730 Controller jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi, AE Full-Time Marex Capital (AD) Limited

About Marex

Marex Group plc (NASDAQ: MRX) is a diversified global financial services platform providing essential liquidity, market access and infrastructure services to clients across energy, commodities and financial markets. The group provides comprehensive breadth and depth of coverage across four core services: clearing, agency and execution, market making, and hedging and investment solutions. It has a leading franchise in many major metals, energy and agricultural products, with access to 60 exchanges. The group provides access to the world’s major commodity markets, covering a broad range of clients that include some of the largest commodity producers, consumers and traders, banks, hedge funds and asset managers. With more than 40 offices worldwide, the group has over 2,300 employees across Europe, Asia and the Americas.

The Financial Controller, is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the general ledger and the reconciliation processes within the finance function of Marex Capital (AD) Ltd. This role is further responsible for, process efficiency, reporting accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

General Ledger Management

• Oversee daily GL operations and ensure timely posting of all transactions
• Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Review and approve journal entries, ensuring compliance with accounting policies
• Ensure proper controls are in place for GL transactions and system access
• Oversee the preparation and review of all balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure timely completion of daily bank, broker & client reconciliations
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies during the reconciliation process
• Drive collaboration with the other departments to ensure completeness of sub-ledger to ledger reconciliations (XTP to Peoplesoft)
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies identified during reconciliations
• Implement and maintain a robust reconciliation tracking system

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist in the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts
• Consolidate budgets from all departments, ensuring alignment with corporate goals
• Collaborate with department heads to establish cost allocation models
• Analyse variances between actuals and forecasts, providing actionable insights
• Work closely with department leaders to validate assumptions and improve forecast accuracy
• Support strategic initiatives by providing financial modelling and scenario analysis

Reporting

• Prepare management reports (P&L, cash flow, KPIs) for senior leadership
• Analyse GL data to identify trends, variances, and anomalies
• Provide explanations for significant variances to senior management
• Support the preparation of external financial reports and regulatory filings

Internal Controls, Compliance and Audit Support

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards (IFRS) and internal policies
• Prepare audit schedules and support external auditors during audits
• Implement and maintain internal controls related to GL and reconciliations
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance procedures, identifying areas for improvement and driving corrective actions
• Monitor adherence to the risk assessment framework and checklists across all operations, systems, and processes; review risk assessment outcomes and identify relevant internal controls to close vulnerabilities

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with other Group finance teams to ensure the financial data is accurate and up to date
• Serve as the primary escalation point for critical issues, ensuring swift resolution through coordination with IT and other key stakeholders
• Supervise a team of 3 in the finance function
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, such as accounting, reporting, and IT teams, to ensure alignment of processes
• Provide regular updates and escalate issues to senior management in a timely manner
• Ensuring compliance with the company’s regulatory requirements under the (FSRA, SCA & Other relevant institutions.
• Adhere to the operational risk framework for your role ensuring that all regulatory or company determined parameters are complied with.
• Role model for demonstrating highest level standards of integrity and conduct and reflecting Company Values.
• At all times complying with the Marex’s Code of Conduct.
• To ensure that you are fully aware of and adhere to internal policies that relate to you, your role or any other activities for which you have any level of responsibility
• To report any breaches of policy to Compliance and/ or your supervisor as required
• To escalate risk events immediately
• To provide input to risk management processes, as required.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Professional certifications (CA, CPA, ACCA) is required
• 5-7 years* of experience in financial reporting, general ledger, financial budgeting and analysis ideally in a clearing role in a global financial services firm.
• Experience in delivering variance analysis, financial modelling, and actionable insights to support strategic decisions
• Providing timely and accurate management reports, including P&L, cash flow, and KPIs
• Ensuring strong internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance with IFRS
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A track record of improving processes and adding value to clients/stakeholders
• Strong analytical, organization and documentation skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working in a regulated environment and knowledge of the risk and compliance requirements associated with this.

Critical Leadership Capabilities

• Successful management of the Team, objective setting and reviewing and managing individual performance
• Adapts own influencing approach to individuals, anticipating impact of words and actions
• Pre-empts or resolves conflicts by discussing individual issues with each person
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A collaborative team player, approachable, self-efficient and influences a positive work environment
• Resilient in a challenging, fast-paced environment
• Ability to take a high level of responsibility in a fast pace and high-volume environment
• Excels at building relationships, networking and influencing others
• Strategic collaborator with insight and agility, able to anticipate future challenges, ensuring operational effectiveness

Conduct Rules

You must:

• Act with integrity
• Act with due skill, care and diligence
• Be open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and other regulators
• Pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly
• Observe proper standard of market conduct

Company Values

Acting as a role model for the values of the Company:

Respect – Clients are at the heart of our business, with superior execution and superb client service the foundation of the firm. We respect our clients and always treat them fairly.

Integrity
– Doing business the right way is the only way. We hold ourselves to a high ethical standard in everything we do – our clients expect this and we demand it of ourselves.

Collaborative
– We work in teams – open and direct communication and the willingness to work hard and collaboratively are the basis for effective teamwork. Working well with others is necessary for us to succeed at what we do.

Developing our People
– Our people are the basis of our competitive advantage. We look to “grow our own” and make Marex the place ambitious, hardworking, talented people choose to build their careers.

Adaptable and Nimble
– Our size and flexibility is an advantage. We are big enough to support our client’s various needs, and adaptable and nimble enough to respond quickly to changing conditions or requirements. A non-bureaucratic, but well controlled environment fosters initiative as well as employee satisfaction.

Marex is fully committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the differences that a diverse workforce brings to the company.

*experience outside of this range will also be considered

TotalEnergies has developed a strong expertise in oil and biofuels, natural gas and electricity trading. Trading entities are based in Geneva, Dubai, Houston and Singapore. TotalEnergies installed its European trading hub across in Geneva. TotalEnergies Trading & Shipping is a trading company in charge of all physical trading and shipping of crude oil and refined products on behalf of the TotalEnergies Company. It has been an active participant all over the supply chain as well as on the derivatives paper market in order to manage the market risk for a long time.

We are committed to meet the energy needs of a growing population and we are committed to the energy transition. The volatility of the energy trading markets requires excellence in risk management and a culture of innovation. We are fully embracing the digital revolution.
Our people flourish in an environment that promotes expertise, entrepreneurship spirit, agility and a purpose-driven culture, generating boundless opportunities to learn, grow and achieve collaborative success.
Reinforcing the competencies of our people is a key pillar of our culture: we train our people to ensure their development and we pledge to encourage safety in all our actions.
We look for passion, ambition and open-mindedness. While we evolve in a demanding industry that requests to be always on the edge, we cultivate a friendly workplace where our people feel good, where team spirit and respect guide our daily routine, where the diversity of our people and their skills create a nourishing experience for all of us.

You will be part of a dynamic team of 10 people and will report to the General Manager Financial Control. You will work closely with all of Trading& Shipping Finance departments (Market Risk Control, Treasury, Accounting, Internal Control, Credit), with Management, Operational directions.

Your role will be to provide General Management with the financial information necessary for the Branch's financial management and performance measurement.

What you will do

• You will consolidate and analyze the reporting of the main trading entities of T&S.
• You will ensure the reliability of processes and contribute, in liaison with accounting, to the consistency between management results and accounting results.
• You will monitor the overheads of the entities, their allocation to the various desks and the re-invoicing to the other branches.
• You will carry out ad-hoc analyzes at the request of management
• You will prepare the budget for overheads in collaboration with HR and the different departments.
• You will optimize and develop as much as necessary the tools used in the context of your missions. You will participate in the definition and implementation of the projects necessary for the evolution of the processes and tools used by the financial teams of the various T&S entities.
• You have a master’s degree in finance with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a controlling position.
• You have a strong appetite for numbers, dexterity in handling calculation tools and databases, proficiency in computer tool (PowerBI, Excel)
• You have good knowledge of IFRS standards and are familiar with the hedging concepts
• You have strong critical thinking and analytical skills; you are reactive by nature and will always have a rigorous approach and exercise sense of synthesis and diplomacy
• You are adaptable to changes and are ready to seize the opportunities for learning
• You have good English and French verbal and writing skills
• You can take and carry subjects up to problem solving
• You can work autonomously within a cross-functional team

This is your chance to join Trading &Shipping branch of TotalEnergies—don’t miss it!

Become one of the drivers of energy transition with TotalEnergies Trading & Shipping.
TotalEnergies is a broad energy company that produces and markets energies on a global scale: oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, renewables and electricity. Our 105,000 employees are committed to energy that is ever more affordable, clean, reliable and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 130 countries, TotalEnergies puts sustainable development in all its dimensions at the heart of its projects and operations to contribute to the well-being of people
Trading Shipping :
Give your best to better energy and make the commitment with TotalEnergies. We are one of the most active players in the international oil markets, trading with a vast network of customers and suppliers worldwide: national oil companies, producers, other oil majors, refiners, traders, distributors and end-users.
We have developed a set of trading strategies and expertise, which allows us to respond permanently to market changes and opportunities, on all physical and paper oil markets.
Satisfying the energy needs of a growing world population, curbing global warming, and adapting to changing customer behaviors and expectations are the three challenges that TotalEnergies must meet over the next 20 years. With its biomass blending and trading activity, TotalEnergies Trading & Shipping is an active participant in the development of sustainable biofuels. Our maritime transport expertise also helps to reduce the carbon footprint of sea transportation and we recently announced the time chartering of new vessels equipped with LNG propulsion.

TotalEnergies has developed a strong expertise in oil and biofuels, natural gas and electricity trading. Trading entities are based in Geneva, Dubai, Houston and Singapore. TotalEnergies installed its European trading hub across in Geneva. TotalEnergies Trading & Shipping is a trading company in charge of all physical trading and shipping of crude oil and refined products on behalf of the TotalEnergies Company. It has been an active participant all over the supply chain as well as on the derivatives paper market in order to manage the market risk for a long time.

We are committed to meet the energy needs of a growing population and we are committed to the energy transition. The volatility of the energy trading markets requires excellence in risk management and a culture of innovation. We are fully embracing the digital revolution.
Our people flourish in an environment that promotes expertise, entrepreneurship spirit, agility and a purpose-driven culture, generating boundless opportunities to learn, grow and achieve collaborative success.
Reinforcing the competencies of our people is a key pillar of our culture: we train our people to ensure their development and we pledge to encourage safety in all our actions.
We look for passion, ambition and open-mindedness. While we evolve in a demanding industry that requests to be always on the edge, we cultivate a friendly workplace where our people feel good, where team spirit and respect guide our daily routine, where the diversity of our people and their skills create a nourishing experience for all of us.

You will be part of a dynamic team of 10 people and will report to the General Manager Financial Control. You will work closely with all of Trading& Shipping Finance departments (Market Risk Control, Treasury, Accounting, Internal Control, Credit), with Management, Operational directions.

Your role will be to provide General Management with the financial information necessary for the Branch's financial management and performance measurement.

What you will do

• You will consolidate and analyze the reporting of the main trading entities of T&S.
• You will ensure the reliability of processes and contribute, in liaison with accounting, to the consistency between management results and accounting results.
• You will monitor the overheads of the entities, their allocation to the various desks and the re-invoicing to the other branches.
• You will carry out ad-hoc analyzes at the request of management
• You will prepare the budget for overheads in collaboration with HR and the different departments.
• You will optimize and develop as much as necessary the tools used in the context of your missions. You will participate in the definition and implementation of the projects necessary for the evolution of the processes and tools used by the financial teams of the various T&S entities.

• You have a master’s degree in finance with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a controlling position.
• You have a strong appetite for numbers, dexterity in handling calculation tools and databases, proficiency in computer tool (PowerBI, Excel)
• You have good knowledge of IFRS standards and are familiar with the hedging concepts
• You have strong critical thinking and analytical skills; you are reactive by nature and will always have a rigorous approach and exercise sense of synthesis and diplomacy
• You are adaptable to changes and are ready to seize the opportunities for learning
• You have good English and French verbal and writing skills
• You can take and carry subjects up to problem solving
• You can work autonomously within a cross-functional team

This is your chance to join Trading &Shipping branch of TotalEnergies—don’t miss it!

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

Become one of the drivers of energy transition with TotalEnergies Trading & Shipping.
TotalEnergies is a broad energy company that produces and markets energies on a global scale: oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, renewables and electricity. Our 105,000 employees are committed to energy that is ever more affordable, clean, reliable and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 130 countries, TotalEnergies puts sustainable development in all its dimensions at the heart of its projects and operations to contribute to the well-being of people
Trading Shipping :
Give your best to better energy and make the commitment with TotalEnergies. We are one of the most active players in the international oil markets, trading with a vast network of customers and suppliers worldwide: national oil companies, producers, other oil majors, refiners, traders, distributors and end-users.
We have developed a set of trading strategies and expertise, which allows us to respond permanently to market changes and opportunities, on all physical and paper oil markets.
Satisfying the energy needs of a growing world population, curbing global warming, and adapting to changing customer behaviors and expectations are the three challenges that TotalEnergies must meet over the next 20 years. With its biomass blending and trading activity, TotalEnergies Trading & Shipping is an active participant in the development of sustainable biofuels. Our maritime transport expertise also helps to reduce the carbon footprint of sea transportation and we recently announced the time chartering of new vessels equipped with LNG propulsion.

The Financial Controller – Lockton MENA Limited is responsible for overseeing all financial control activities for the reinsurance broking entity registered in DIFC, and will assume additional oversight responsibilities for Lockton Reinsurance Brokers KSA (LRB KSA) once live. The role combines technical accounting expertise with commercial insight to support business growth, financial integrity, and regulatory compliance. Reporting to the Regional Financial Controller, this role works closely with broking, compliance, and operations teams across MENA to ensure accurate reporting, financial governance, and strategic support in line with UK GAAP, IFRS, and regional regulatory frameworks.

1. Financial Control & Month-End Close

• Lead the month-end close and financial reporting process for Lockton MENA Limited and LRB KSA (once live), ensuring timely and accurate reporting in accordance with UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Manage general ledger integrity including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and intercompany transactions.
• Ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled monthly with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Oversee correct handling, reconciliation, and reporting of Client Money Accounts (CMA) for both entities.

2. Regulatory & Statutory Compliance (DFSA & KSA IA)

• Prepare and submit all DFSA returns within deadline dates for Lockton MENA Limited.
• Coordinate with the local KSA finance team and external consultants to ensure compliance with the KSA Insurance Authority’s (IA) financial reporting and regulatory obligations, including ZATCA VAT / e-invoicing compliance.
• Maintain readiness for inspection and regulatory audits across both jurisdictions.
• Monitor cash flow and capital adequacy in line with DFSA EBCM and KSA regulatory requirements.

3. IBA Oversight

• Supervise the IBA (Insurance Broking Accounts) function, ensuring timely settlement of premiums, return premiums, and claims.
• Oversee client and insurer ledger reconciliations, aged debt reporting, and broker queries.
• Ensure proper segregation of client and office funds in both the UAE and KSA.
• Support the establishment and operationalization of the IBA function for LRB KSA, including process setup, system integration, and controls.

4. Commercial & Strategic Finance

• Support the Regional Financial Controller and CFO with budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking across Lockton MENA and LRB KSA.
• Prepare revenue and cost analysis by class of business and region.
• Provide financial input into commercial initiatives including new market entry, hiring decisions, and platform implementation (e.g., Praktora rollout in KSA).
• Monitor broker-level KPIs, EBITDA trends, and working capital performance across the region.

5. Business Partnering

• Act as finance partner to broking, compliance, and operational teams in both DIFC and KSA.
• Provide guidance on client pricing, commercial terms, and contract structuring.
• Collaborate on MENA-wide finance initiatives and group-wide projects including new entity setup, intercompany governance, and investment cases.

6. Audit, Tax & External Reporting

• Manage external audits and statutory financial statements for Lockton MENA Limited, and support the audit process for LRB KSA.
• Coordinate with tax advisors on VAT, corporate tax, and transfer pricing for both jurisdictions.
• Support preparation of board reporting packs and financial updates to senior leadership.
• Lead, coach, and develop the IBA and finance team to ensure capability and performance.
• Identify and implement improvements in financial systems, controls, and reporting processes.
• Support the setup and development of the KSA finance function, ensuring adherence to group financial governance standards.
• Promote a culture of integrity, compliance, and continuous improvement across all finance activities.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent).
• Minimum 6 years of experience in financial control or broking finance, preferably in reinsurance or insurance.
• Proven experience with DFSA regulations and Client Money handling in the DIFC.
• Familiarity with KSA regulatory and VAT environment is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Experience supporting multi-jurisdictional finance operations is preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge in accounting, broking finance, and regulatory reporting.
• Understanding of DFSA and KSA financial regulatory environments.
• Commercial acumen with the ability to interpret financial data for decision-making.
• ERP and finance systems proficiency (e.g., Oracle, PeopleSoft, Praktora).
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing deadlines across jurisdictions.

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Financial Controller • Dubai, Middle East / North Africa

• Prepare consolidated monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statement as per IFRS.
• Review general ledger and trial balance and provide support on month end closing activities.
• Prepare management reporting packs as requested by Client.
• We will support the Client by providing the guidance on the accounting treatment (journal entries) for new transactions as per IFRS.
• Coordinate with auditors to manage statutory audits of all group entities.
  

Hi All,

We have Financial Controller - Manufacturing - International position available.

Company Name & Job Location:

Indus International FZC

Location:- Sharjah (Dubai) UAE

Job Title: Financial Controller Manufacturing

About Indus International FZC:

Indus International is a leading manufacturer of heat exchangers and other engineering products with a strong global presence. We are committed to delivering innovative and high-quality solutions to our clients across HVAC, refrigeration, and heat pump industries.

Department: Finance & Accounts

Reports To: Chief Financial Controller / CEO

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Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Financial Controller to support the finance leadership in overseeing financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, and internal controls. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and finance, with hands-on experience in managing audits, MIS, and statutory compliance within a corporate or manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

• Prepare and present accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements as per local and international accounting standards (IND-AS/IFRS/GAAP)
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Assist in preparation, forecasts, Track RM, Scrap & Factory details controller and strategic plans.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Perform variance analysis and provide actionable insights to department heads.
• Track and report KPIs for business performance improvement.

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Cost Accounting & Inventory Control

• Implement and manage standard costing system for materials, labor, and overheads
• Analyze manufacturing costs, perform margin analysis, and prepare variance reports
• Supervise physical inventory counts and reconciliation; maintain accurate stock valuation
• Drive improvements in inventory turnover and reduce excess/obsolete stock

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting process in coordination with plant and corporate teams
• Analyze actual vs. budgeted performance and highlight deviations with root-cause analysis
• Assist in capital expenditure planning and return on investment analysis

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and company policies

SAP & Systems

• Maintain financial records and processes within SAP systems (Tally-ERP 9, Oracle, or similar)
• Drive process automation and digitalization of financial workflows within the plant

Leadership & Business Support

• Partner with plant management to improve operational and financial performance
• Lead and mentor the plant finance team, ensuring high performance and continuous development
• Participate in cross-functional projects, including productivity improvement and cost reduction initiatives

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Qualifications & Requirements

• B COM, M COM, CA , CMA (Cost Accountant) is mandatory.
• 7~12 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing finance role, including at least 3 years in a leadership position
• Deep knowledge of cost accounting principles, plant finance, and manufacturing operations
• Strong command over Indian taxation, statutory compliance, and audit processes
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills

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Preferred Traits:

• Proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Strong ethical foundation and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Automotive, Engineering, Chemicals, FMCG, or Heavy Manufacturing

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Salary: Annual Salary in hand AED Between 84000~96,000 + AED Between 21000~24000 (Annual 25% incentive based on performance) + AED Between 7000~8000 (annual paid leave) = Total AED Between 1,12,000~1,28,000 Annual X INR 23.40 = INR Between 26~30.0L Annual Package

VISA - Free

Free Accommodation

Tax Free Income

Free General Medical Insurance

Free Factory insurance

Annual Leave - 1 month paid leave which calculated in Salary structure.

Free Transportation - To and from i.e factory to accommodation.

Free Air ticket will be provided once after completing a contract period of 2 years.

Emirates Identity Card cost - The cost of resident ID, being a personal document, will be borne by candidate.

Tickets Borne by candidates

Basic Facilities:

Performance Incentive:

You will be eligible for the yearly performance-based incentive upto 3 months salary as per Companys policy at the end of financial year.

Accommodation:

**Shared Bachelor accommodation will be provided as per Companys policy.

Group Transportation:

You will be provided free To & From group transportation from Ajman Emirate to factory as per Companys policy.

Medical:

You will provided free basic medical treatment for yourself as per Companys policy.

Annual Leave:

You will be given 30 days paid leave for each completed year of service subject to your confirmation to services on completion of probation period.

Increments:

You will be eligible for annual salary increment on completion of minimum 9 months of service at the close of the Companys financial year.

Gratuity:

You will eligible for Gratuity on completion of 5 years of continuous service.

Contract Period:

First and each subsequent contract will be valid for the 2 years period from residence visa stamping date which can be further renewed with mutual discussion and agreement.

Probation Period:

You will be on probation for a period of 6 months from the date of joining/reporting.

Weekly off & Holidays:

Weekly off will be on Sunday and other public holidays as per Company’s policy.

Thanks & Best Regards,

Nilesh Khairnar

Head Recruiter

Indus International Fzc

M5-8, SAIF Zone, Sharjah United Arab Emirates

Mob # +91 | Tel # +9716 -5578382

Website:

Pune Laison: #121, Shiv Hari Complex, Viman Nagar, Pune 411014

A Financial Controller is a senior-level accounting professional responsible for overseeing all aspects of a company's financial operations. This includes developing and implementing financial strategies, preparing financial reports, managing cash flow, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

• Develop and implement financial strategies to achieve company goals
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
• Manage cash flow and ensure that the company has enough money to meet its obligations
• Oversee all accounting and financial operations
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Manage and develop accounting staff
• Work with other departments, such as sales and marketing, to develop and implement business plans
• Provide financial advice and support to senior management

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• 5+ years of experience in a senior accounting role
• Strong accounting and financial analysis skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong leadership and management skills

• Master's degree in accounting or finance
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
• Experience in a similar industry
• Experience with financial modeling and forecasting software

Financial Controllers typically work in an office setting and may work long hours, especially during tax season and when financial reports are due. However, many employers offer flexible work arrangements, such as telecommuting and compressed workweeks.

Abu Dhabi, AE Full-Time Marex Capital (AD) Limited

About Marex

Marex Group plc (NASDAQ: MRX) is a diversified global financial services platform providing essential liquidity, market access and infrastructure services to clients across energy, commodities and financial markets. The group provides comprehensive breadth and depth of coverage across four core services: clearing, agency and execution, market making, and hedging and investment solutions. It has a leading franchise in many major metals, energy and agricultural products, with access to 60 exchanges. The group provides access to the world’s major commodity markets, covering a broad range of clients that include some of the largest commodity producers, consumers and traders, banks, hedge funds and asset managers. With more than 40 offices worldwide, the group has over 2,300 employees across Europe, Asia and the Americas.

The Financial Controller, is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the general ledger and the reconciliation processes within the finance function of Marex Capital (AD) Ltd. This role is further responsible for, process efficiency, reporting accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

General Ledger Management

• Oversee daily GL operations and ensure timely posting of all transactions
• Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Review and approve journal entries, ensuring compliance with accounting policies
• Ensure proper controls are in place for GL transactions and system access
• Oversee the preparation and review of all balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure timely completion of daily bank, broker & client reconciliations
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies during the reconciliation process
• Drive collaboration with the other departments to ensure completeness of sub-ledger to ledger reconciliations (XTP to Peoplesoft)
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies identified during reconciliations
• Implement and maintain a robust reconciliation tracking system

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist in the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts
• Consolidate budgets from all departments, ensuring alignment with corporate goals
• Collaborate with department heads to establish cost allocation models
• Analyse variances between actuals and forecasts, providing actionable insights
• Work closely with department leaders to validate assumptions and improve forecast accuracy
• Support strategic initiatives by providing financial modelling and scenario analysis

Reporting

• Prepare management reports (P&L, cash flow, KPIs) for senior leadership
• Analyse GL data to identify trends, variances, and anomalies
• Provide explanations for significant variances to senior management
• Support the preparation of external financial reports and regulatory filings

Internal Controls, Compliance and Audit Support

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards (IFRS) and internal policies
• Prepare audit schedules and support external auditors during audits
• Implement and maintain internal controls related to GL and reconciliations
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance procedures, identifying areas for improvement and driving corrective actions
• Monitor adherence to the risk assessment framework and checklists across all operations, systems, and processes; review risk assessment outcomes and identify relevant internal controls to close vulnerabilities

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with other Group finance teams to ensure the financial data is accurate and up to date
• Serve as the primary escalation point for critical issues, ensuring swift resolution through coordination with IT and other key stakeholders
• Supervise a team of 3 in the finance function
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, such as accounting, reporting, and IT teams, to ensure alignment of processes
• Provide regular updates and escalate issues to senior management in a timely manner
• Ensuring compliance with the company’s regulatory requirements under the (FSRA, SCA & Other relevant institutions.
• Adhere to the operational risk framework for your role ensuring that all regulatory or company determined parameters are complied with.
• Role model for demonstrating highest level standards of integrity and conduct and reflecting Company Values.
• At all times complying with the Marex’s Code of Conduct.
• To ensure that you are fully aware of and adhere to internal policies that relate to you, your role or any other activities for which you have any level of responsibility
• To report any breaches of policy to Compliance and/ or your supervisor as required
• To escalate risk events immediately
• To provide input to risk management processes, as required.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• Professional certifications (CA, CPA, ACCA) is required
• 5-7 years* of experience in financial reporting, general ledger, financial budgeting and analysis ideally in a clearing role in a global financial services firm.
• Experience in delivering variance analysis, financial modelling, and actionable insights to support strategic decisions
• Providing timely and accurate management reports, including P&L, cash flow, and KPIs
• Ensuring strong internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance with IFRS
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A track record of improving processes and adding value to clients/stakeholders
• Strong analytical, organization and documentation skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working in a regulated environment and knowledge of the risk and compliance requirements associated with this.

Critical Leadership Capabilities

• Successful management of the Team, objective setting and reviewing and managing individual performance
• Adapts own influencing approach to individuals, anticipating impact of words and actions
• Pre-empts or resolves conflicts by discussing individual issues with each person
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A collaborative team player, approachable, self-efficient and influences a positive work environment
• Resilient in a challenging, fast-paced environment
• Ability to take a high level of responsibility in a fast pace and high-volume environment
• Excels at building relationships, networking and influencing others
• Strategic collaborator with insight and agility, able to anticipate future challenges, ensuring operational effectiveness

Conduct Rules

You must:

• Act with integrity
• Act with due skill, care and diligence
• Be open and cooperative with the FCA, the PRA and other regulators
• Pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly
• Observe proper standard of market conduct

Company Values

Acting as a role model for the values of the Company:

Respect – Clients are at the heart of our business, with superior execution and superb client service the foundation of the firm. We respect our clients and always treat them fairly.

Integrity
– Doing business the right way is the only way. We hold ourselves to a high ethical standard in everything we do – our clients expect this and we demand it of ourselves.

Collaborative
– We work in teams – open and direct communication and the willingness to work hard and collaboratively are the basis for effective teamwork. Working well with others is necessary for us to succeed at what we do.

Developing our People
– Our people are the basis of our competitive advantage. We look to “grow our own” and make Marex the place ambitious, hardworking, talented people choose to build their careers.

Adaptable and Nimble
– Our size and flexibility is an advantage. We are big enough to support our client’s various needs, and adaptable and nimble enough to respond quickly to changing conditions or requirements. A non-bureaucratic, but well controlled environment fosters initiative as well as employee satisfaction.

Marex is fully committed to the elimination of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the differences that a diverse workforce brings to the company.

*experience outside of this range will also be considered

We are looking for a detail-oriented and strategic Financial Controller to oversee all financial operations and ensure accurate financial reporting within our UAE-based organization. The ideal candidate will lead budgeting, forecasting, auditing, and compliance activities, while also providing strategic recommendations to support business growth and financial health.

• Oversee daily operations of the finance and accounting departments.
• Prepare accurate financial reports, statements, and forecasts.
• Develop and manage budgets and financial plans.
• Ensure compliance with UAE financial regulations and tax laws.
• Conduct internal audits and implement internal controls.
• Analyze financial performance and recommend cost reduction initiatives.
• Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors.
• Supervise month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Advise executive management on financial planning and risk management.
• Monitor cash flow, accounts, and financial transactions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; CPA, CA, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in financial management.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, IFRS, and local UAE tax laws.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.