Finance Lead

About the Role
This role will be an integral member of the team based in UAE with responsibility for the overall management of the operations relating to the aftermarket ME Geomarket. This role accepts full responsibility for the period-end close process relating to assigned legal entities and business units. The role will require strong financial support and application of accounting governance; having a good grip in accounting standards relating to revenue recognition is a key requirement across multiple geographies. The individual will ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. This role also requires working closely with the operations team to ensure that the KPIs and operational performance targets are achieved.

Responsibilities

• Business Partner to the project and functional managers with regards to costing, forecasting, budget preparation & reporting.
• Manage forecasting of revenue, margin, and invoicing for the whole business unit on a monthly basis.
• Identify, investigate, and analyze potential operational improvement as appropriate.
• Lead change activity in the business ensuring benefits are delivered.
• Identify, investigate, and analyze any cost overruns of the business unit.
• Maximize cashflow and performance of the business unit by implementing strong financial controls.
• Maintain compliance with company financial standards and lead in external and internal audits of the assigned business units.
• Prepare monthly forecasts for the legal entity and business unit assigned.
• Perform Balance Sheet reconciliations, and conduct quarterly Balance Sheet and P&L reviews.
• Review the utilization of all assets, ensuring proper usage.
• Support the team in the implementation of SAP S4/Hana across assigned entities.

You Are Meant for This Job If:

• You have an accounting qualification.
• Solid accounting knowledge is required – particularly in revenue & margin recognition over time, invoicing, cash flow, and working capital.
• Experience in project accounting is preferred (ideally within a manufacturing environment).
• Familiarity with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is essential.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills are necessary.
• You have a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• A minimum qualification is a Bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP) would be considered an advantage.
• Good interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills.
• Must be a self-starter, team player, motivated, and capable of working on your own initiative.
• Certification (CPA, CMA, CFA, ACCA, CA) is a plus.