86 Financial Analysis jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Financial Reporting

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Job Title : Financial Reporting / Regulatory Reporting / Tax – All Levels

Location : United Arab Emirates

Industry : Banking / Financial Services

Nationality Requirement : UAE Nationals Only

Overview :

We are actively partnering with multiple leading banks in the UAE to identify UAE National talent for roles in Financial Reporting, Regulatory Reporting, and Tax across various levels – from Analyst to VP and Director. If you have relevant experience in any of these specialisations within the UAE banking sector, we would like to connect with you.

Key Areas of Focus :

  • Financial Reporting

Prepare and review periodic financial statements in accordance with IFRS.

Ensure accurate and timely reporting to senior management and auditors.

Support financial performance analysis and board reporting.

  • Regulatory Reporting

Prepare and submit reports to the Central Bank of the UAE, UAE Ministry of Finance, and other regulators.

Ensure compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks and reporting requirements.

Liaise with risk, compliance, and finance teams to ensure data accuracy and timeliness.

  • Tax (Direct and Indirect)

Handle corporate tax, VAT, and other regulatory tax filings and obligations.

Ensure compliance with UAE tax laws and support internal stakeholders on tax matters.

Liaise with tax advisors and government entities as required.

Requirements :

  • UAE National with a valid Emirates ID.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related fields.

Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CA, or CTA are a plus.

Experience working within the banking or financial services sector in the UAE is mandatory.

Strong understanding of IFRS, Central Bank regulations, and UAE tax laws.

Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial/reporting systems.

What's on Offer :

  • Exciting career pathways within top-tier banking institutions.

Structured training, development, and mentorship programs.

Competitive compensation and benefits packages tailored for UAE Nationals.

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Financial Reporting / Regulatory Reporting / Tax – All Levels

Job Title:Financial Reporting / Regulatory Reporting / Tax – All Levels

Location:United Arab Emirates

Nationality Requirement:UAE Nationals Only

Overview:

We are actively partnering with multiple leading banks in the UAE to identifyUAE National talentfor roles inFinancial Reporting, Regulatory Reporting, and Taxacross various levels – from Analyst to VP and Director. If you have relevant experience in any of these specialisations within theUAE banking sector, we would like to connect with you.

Key Areas of Focus:

  • Prepare and review periodic financial statements in accordance with IFRS.
  • Ensure accurate and timely reporting to senior management and auditors.
  • Support financial performance analysis and board reporting.
  • Regulatory Reporting
    • Prepare and submit reports to theCentral Bank of the UAE, UAE Ministry of Finance, and other regulators.
    • Ensure compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks and reporting requirements.
    • Liaise with risk, compliance, and finance teams to ensure data accuracy and timeliness.
  • Tax (Direct and Indirect)
    • Handlecorporate tax,VAT, and other regulatory tax filings and obligations.
    • Ensure compliance with UAE tax laws and support internal stakeholders on tax matters.
    • Liaise with tax advisors and government entities as required.

Requirements:

  • UAE Nationalwith a valid Emirates ID.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related fields.
  • Professional certifications such asCPA, ACCA, CA, or CTAare a plus.
  • Experience working within thebanking or financial services sector in the UAEis mandatory.
  • Strong understanding of IFRS, Central Bank regulations, and UAE tax laws.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial/reporting systems.

What's on Offer:

  • Exciting career pathways within top-tier banking institutions.
  • Structured training, development, and mentorship programs.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits packages tailored for UAE Nationals.

Interested?

Please send your CV Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Financial Reporting

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Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Unison Consulting Pte Ltd

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in financial reporting, balance sheet and P&L analysis, and be well-versed in IFRS standards. Prior experience in banking or financial institutions is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Preparation of standalone and consolidated financial statements for parent and subsidiaries along with key financial ratios and analysis.
  • Daily computation of product yield, cost of deposits and funds and net interest margin at product and segment level.
  • Preparation and Reconciliation of data extracted from various IT applications with Oracle Reporting System. This includes cross validation of numbers from system reports with Oracle GL System.
  • Daily and monthly track of all Investments, Bank placements, Loans and advances, Deposits and Derivatives transactions including - Movement (Buy/ Sell/ Maturities and valuations) etc.
  • Advising on the existing and new accounting policies/ New Accounting Standards/ IFRSs.
  • Preparation of Budget Variance Analysis with actual performance at each business and segment level. This includes collaborating with various stakeholders for any budget reallocations within departments.
  • Propose the period end closing entries on a timely basis and in accordance with the IFRS / IAS format, as per the agreed plan to ensure efficiency and timeliness.
  • Ensure that provisions, accruals, prepayments, and other entries for periodic and annual closing of financial accounts for Bank are complete, accurate and adequately supported.
  • Coordination with Risk & Collection team to finalize NPL and ECL working and disclosure as per requirements of IFRS9.
  • Preparation of other financial and non-financial Disclosures required in preparation of interim and annual financial statements of the Bank.
  • Providing guidance on financial reporting requirements during new product implementation including financial accounting, Policies and Procedures, pre & post system UAT and implementation etc.
  • Ensure accuracy of reconciliations of all core products on a daily/ weekly/ monthly basis and report exceptions for correction and follow up to demonstrate efficiency in reporting.
  • Prepare all necessary worksheets and financial analysis required by Auditors and other stakeholders.
    • Bachelor's/Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
    • 4+ years of experience in financial reporting
    • Experience in T24
    • Experience in Balance sheet statement
    • Strong understanding of IFRS and accounting principles.
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Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Dubai, Dubai AL Rostamani Group LLC.

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Company: Al Rostamani Group of Companies LLC

Every employee at Al Rostamani Group plays a role in making a real difference to the business and our customers. We care for our employees by offering them meaningful and purposeful work and an opportunity to grow, learn, contribute and succeed. Today, the Al Rostamani Group has come a long way since its birth in 1957. Our group has grown steadfastly with the guiding principles of Commitment, Care & Vision, alongside a strong sense of active involvement in the community. We are a well-diversified group, with a key presence in industries such as General Trading, Automobiles and Heavy Equipment, Travel, Foreign Exchange, Financial Services, Property Management, Construction, Infrastructure Development and Information Technology Services. Our Group employs approximately 2000 people from 41 different nationalities, which contributes to our multicultural and multi-national environment.

Emirates Electrical Engineering is a specialized business platform that provides comprehensive turnkey solutions combining development, financing, construction and operation of solar rooftops for commercial and industrial building in the UAE, also a responsive and flexible organization dedicated for the design and construction of turnkey electrical power projects such as High Voltage Substations, Cable Networks and Transmission Lines.

The purpose of this role is to provide strategic financial insights and support to drive business performance and decision-making. This includes overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and best estimate processes, while developing and maintaining financial models to assess key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics (KFIs). The role requires a deep understanding of macroeconomic factors to evaluate their impact on the business and the ability to communicate complex financial data through clear, concise business presentations and strategic summaries. By providing detailed explanations of financial models and their economic effects, this position ensures senior leadership can make informed decisions aligning with the company’s financial goals and long-term growth strategy.

Job Responsibilities
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead and manage the annual budgeting process and periodic financial forecasts, ensuring alignment with business objectives and accurate financial projections.
  • Financial Modelling: Develop, maintain, and enhance financial models to evaluate business performance, forecast future outcomes, and support decision-making.
  • Commercial Modelling: Design and assist in client commercial modelling, building and fine-tuning models related to SPV, ESCO, MEP, and ESaaS businesses.
  • KPI/KFI Monitoring: Track and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial key performance indicators (KFIs), providing insights to drive operational and financial improvements.
  • Best Estimate & Analysis: Provide accurate best estimates for financial outcomes, incorporating relevant assumptions and macroeconomic factors to inform business strategy.
  • Business Presentations: Prepare and deliver clear, impactful financial presentations to senior leadership, summarising financial performance, trends, and forecasts.
  • Strategic Summaries: Prepare strategic financial summaries, offering actionable insights on financial results and the economic impact of business decisions.
  • Macroeconomic Analysis: Monitor and analyse macroeconomic trends, assessing their potential impact on business performance and advising on strategic actions.
  • Collaboration & Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and senior leadership, to ensure financial models and forecasts are aligned with business needs and objectives.
  • Financial Reporting: Provide timely, accurate, and insightful financial reports to senior leadership, highlighting performance variances and recommending corrective actions when necessary.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve forecasting accuracy, and enhance the overall efficiency of the FP&A function. Input and instance of ad hoc reports and analysis case by case
  • Develop & Present Business Plans: Based on the collected data, prepare detailed business plans, present them to management for review and approval, and create business presentations focusing on the financial aspects of the plans.
  • Conduct Periodic Review & Variance Analysis: Regularly review and update the business plan, performing variance analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions. Prepare and present updated business forecasts in comparison with the original plan.
  • Financial Feasibility Studies: Conduct financial feasibility studies for new ventures, providing management with detailed reports and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
  • Monthly Budget vs. Actuals Performance Reviews: Prepare and analyse monthly performance reviews, comparing budgeted figures with actual results for ongoing projects, highlighting variances and suggesting actions for performance improvements.
  • Automation of back-office functions in SAP ERP, to PowerBI and management information systems
Job Requirements

Qualification and Experience Required

Academic Qualification/s

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Relevant professional certification (e.g., CA, CFA, CPA, CMA) is a must

Work Experience

  • Must have a minimum of 7 to 10 years of work experience in Finance. In a similar role, the desired requirement is experience of 3 to 5 years.

Functional Skills/knowledge required

  • Must possess organisational communication and time management skills and the ability to adapt to changing environments quickly.
  • Ability to effectively direct and supervise.
  • Ability to analyse financial data and to prepare accurate reports in a timely fashion.
  • Experience in using ERP systems (SAP), business intelligence and management reporting systems
  • Excellent communication skills with stakeholders, clients, suppliers, vendors and site staff

At Al Rostamani Group, we seek talented people who work hard to achieve great things. We consider not only your skills and experience, but also your passion for the role, your desire to learn and how well you align with our core values of care, commitment and vision. If this position represents an opportunity you wish to pursue, we invite you to apply.

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Financial Reporting Specialist

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Dubai, Dubai beBeeReporting

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Job Title: Financial Reporting Specialist

Key Responsibilities

Our ideal candidate will oversee financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with standard accounting principles and regulations.

Responsibilities include preparing and analyzing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports according to GAAP standards.

  • Accurate and timely financial information for stakeholders and management is crucial for strategic decision-making.
  • A strong analytical mindset and excellent problem-solving skills are required for this role.
  • The ability to work collaboratively across various departments is essential.

Additional responsibilities include:

  • Ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data and reports generated by the accounting team.
  • Collaborating with internal departments to assist with financial planning and operational efficiency.
  • Developing and implementing policies and procedures to enhance financial reporting quality.
  • Managing the internal audit process to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
  • Maintaining a comprehensive system for tracking financial data and ensuring its accessibility for decision-making.
  • Assisting in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, providing management with financial insights.
  • Coordinating efforts with external auditors during financial audits to ensure seamless information flow.
  • Reviewing accounting discrepancies and recommending corrective actions to management.
  • Staying informed about industry trends and updates in financial reporting standards.
  • Participating in financial meetings and presenting findings to management and key stakeholders.
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Financial Reporting Specialist

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Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi beBeeFinancialReporting

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Job Title: Financial Reporting Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to join our team in the preparation of financial reports. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in financial reporting, balance sheet analysis, and be well-versed in IFRS standards.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Preparation of standalone and consolidated financial statements for parent and subsidiaries along with key financial ratios and analysis.
  • Daily computation of product yield, cost of deposits and funds and net interest margin at product and segment level.
  • Preparation and reconciliation of data extracted from various IT applications with Oracle Reporting System.
  • Daily and monthly track of all Investments, Bank placements, Loans and advances, Deposits and Derivatives transactions including movement (buy/sell/maturities and valuations) etc.
  • Advising on existing and new accounting policies/new Accounting Standards/IFRSs.
  • Preparation of Budget Variance Analysis with actual performance at each business and segment level.
  • Propose period end closing entries on a timely basis and in accordance with the IFRS/IAS format.
  • Ensure that provisions, accruals, prepayments, and other entries for periodic and annual closing of financial accounts are complete, accurate and adequately supported.
  • Coordination with Risk & Collection team to finalize NPL and ECL working and disclosure as per requirements of IFRS9.
  • Preparation of other financial and non-financial Disclosures required in preparation of interim and annual financial statements.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's/Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  • 4+ years of experience in financial reporting.
  • Experience in T24.
  • Strong understanding of IFRS and accounting principles.

This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail and excellent communication skills. If you have experience in financial reporting and want to take your career to the next level, please apply now.

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Financial Reporting Specialist

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Accounting Specialist Job Description

We are seeking an accounting specialist to support our finance operations in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated accounting professional looking to expand their skills in accounts payable, SAP systems, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Handle vendor and payroll processing.
  • Record, verify, and reconcile invoices and vendor statements.
  • Ensure timely processing of liabilities and maintain accurate records.
  • Support in VAT preparation and monthly management reports.
  • Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Work with the finance team to enhance operational efficiency and support internal reporting.

Qualifications:

  • Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Experience with SAP FI-CO is highly desirable.
  • Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and financial governance.
  • CPA/CA qualification is a plus.
  • Must be a UAE national.

Job Requirements:

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
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We are seeking a seasoned Financial Reporting Lead Analyst to drive the generation, analysis, and submission of reports to various constituencies based on local IFRS standards and/or US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the analysis and submission of reports to various constituencies based on local statutory reporting.
  • Manage Local Regulatory Reporting requirements for Central Bank of UAE, Dubai Financial Service Authority, Financial Service Regulatory Authority, and Qatar Financial Centre Regulatory Authority.
  • Submission of Local Financial Statements in liaison with external auditors
  • Responsible for Capital and Liquidity management reporting, including Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP), Stress Testing, Basel Pillar III requirements, and Recovery Plan.
  • Assist with closing the books and sub-ledgers, including passing appropriate required adjustment entries and consolidating financials at the end of each accounting period.
  • Instill operational discipline into existing team processes.
  • Work with senior leadership on strategic planning, establishing guidelines, implementing controls, and executing strategic plans.
  • Assist with the implementation of policies and procedures.
  • Serve as a technical mentor for an area within the business.
  • Build and maintain a thorough understanding of related product reporting and analytics and utilize knowledge of systems and process flows to provide insight and recommendations on identified issues.
  • Operate with a limited level of direct supervision, exercising independence of judgement and autonomy.
  • Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) to senior stakeholders and/or other team members.
  • Assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients, and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct, and business practices, and escalating, managing, and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

  • 6-10 years of experience in Financial Services preferred.
  • Global Project Management experience preferred.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements.
  • Proven organizational and time management skills.
  • Proven problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.

Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree/University degree or equivalent experience.
  • Master's degree preferred.

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Aldar Properties PJSC

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JOB PURPOSE

Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting function. This role will be instrumental in preparing financial statements, ensuring IFRS compliance, managing auditor interactions, and advising accounting treatment of M&A arrangments.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements for multiple legal entities, ensuring timely submission and full compliance with IFRS and UAE corporate law.

• Lead discussions and coordinate with external auditors, managing key audit deliverables and technical issue resolutions.

• Review and validate various intercompany agreements and prepare workings and business cases, ensure proper accounting and monitor implementation and adherence to the terms

• Review legal, shareholder, and JV agreements to determine proper consolidation treatment under IFRS 10, 11, and 12.

• Ensure the compliance with the JV reporting requirements as the JV agreements and maintain day to day engagement with JV partners on Key accounting matters

• Review operational books of legal entities to ensure compliance with IFRS, sound bookkeeping practices, and internal controls.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Tax, Legal, Treasury, and FP&A, to support financial accuracy and integrity.

• Evaluate and document accounting treatments for complex instruments and arrangements, such as put/call options, contingent considerations, and structured deals.

• Prepare technical accounting papers and memos to support positions taken in the financial statements and audit processes.

• Support digital transformation initiatives in financial reporting (e.g., DEX, automation tools), enhancing reporting quality and efficiency.

• Assist in internal and external board/shareholder reporting, ensuring key judgments, accounting treatments, and risks are clearly presented.

RELATED YEAR OF EXPERIENCE

Min of 6+ years of experience in big 4 accounting firms

FIELD OF EXPERIENCE

• experience in financial reporting and technical accounting, preferably in a Big 4 firm or a listed Larget Real Estate Corporation

TECHNICAL AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Deep understanding of IFRS, UAE Corporate Law, intercompany accounting, and M&A transactions.

• Strong technical writing and documentation skills (memos, audit responses, board packs).

• advanced Excel skills.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively across functions.

• Ability to work independently, apply professional judgment, and deliver under pressure.

QUALIFICATION

Chartered Accountant (CA , CPA) or equivalent.

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Regional Financial Reporting Manager

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ISP Regional Financial Controls and Reporting Manager Role Profile

Purpose of Role

The Regional Financial Control s and Onboarding Manager is responsible for leading the finance stream of onboarding for newly acquired schools, while taking on a broader regional remit over tax and regulatory compliance , receivables, payroll governance, financial controls, and risk mitigation. This role ensures the smooth financial integration of new schools into the ISP ecosystem and strengthens financial discipline and compliance across the region.

The role serves as the finance lead for onboarding, ensuring the adoption of ISP's financial systems, reporting calendar, group policies, and internal controls. In parallel, it acts as a regional authority on key financial operations, including:

  • Internal Control s and Risk Management - l ead the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of robust financial control frameworks across all schools in the region. This includes enforcing the ISP Delegation of Authority, identifying and mitigating operational and financial risks, and embedding a strong culture of compliance, accountability, and financial discipline in daily school operations. This includes leading on quarterly balance sheet reviews.
  • Audit, Tax and Regulatory Compliance – lead the region's compliance with internal and external audit requirements, as well as corporate tax, VAT, and transfer pricing obligations in line with local laws and ISP Group policies. Coordinate statutory and internal audits across schools, ensuring timely submission of audit deliverables and resolution of findings. Oversee the accurate preparation, filing, and payment of all tax obligations, and act as the key contact for auditors, tax authorities, and external advisors. Drive continuous improvement in audit and tax-related processes, and ensure schools maintain appropriate documentation, controls, and audit trails.
  • Receivables Management – ove rsee the end-to-end fee collection process across schools, including follow-up on overdue accounts, coordination of escalations where necessary (including legal referrals), and ensuring appropriate provisioning in line with group policy. Work with the team on automation of manual parts of the process.
  • Payroll - provide financial oversight of monthly payroll and end-of-service processes across schools, ensuring accuracy, compliance with applicable tax and accounting standards, and proper financial reporting and reconciliation.

This is a high-impact role in ensuring financial integration, consistency, and resilience across the region. The role contributes to financial sustainability, risk control, and operational efficiency, aligned with ISP's vision of being the school of choice in each community we serve.

In coordination with stakeholders:

  • ISP Middle East Regional Team (Finance, HR, IT)
  • School Leadership Teams in acquired schools
  • School Finance Teams
  • Group Onboarding Manager and Group Finance

Location: Dubai

Reporting Line: Regional Finance Director, Middle East

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Regional Onboarding Manager Key Responsibilities

New School Financial Onboarding

Reporting, Compliance and Control


• Onboarding of the School into the wider ISP network, ensuring policies and procedures are adopted and ISP practices are followed


• Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly and annual financial information.


• Ensure timely and accurate production of month-end numbers and reporting which include Profit and Loss account, Balance Sheet and Cashflow.


• Ensure ISP Group Delegation of Authority framework is implemented as soon as possible. Design internal control systems for all functions in the school to ensure the safeguarding of regional assets and monitor and enforce internal controls.


• Work with regional and group finance & IT functions to ensure school implements ISP core finance and accounting systems (NetSuite, PBCS) as a priority .

Financial Planning and Analysis


• Support the preparation and submission of the first post-acquisition school budget/in-year reforecast


• Review and reconcile initial budget/forecast to investment case model, identifying any differences and reasons behind variances


• Support school to implement ISP standard KPI and performance monitoring reports


• Undertake such other reasonable responsibilities and tasks that may, from time to time, be assigned by the Regional Managing Director and other key stakeholders.

Controls and Risks Management


• Take ownership of designing, implementing, and strengthening financial controls across all schools in the region to ensure a consistent, compliant, and risk-aware financial environment aligned with ISP policies and local regulations.


• Lead regular control reviews of school-level financial procedures—including cash handling, procurement, fee collection, payroll, invoicing —identifying weaknesses or inefficiencies and driving process improvements to mitigate risks.


• Ensure full and ongoing implementation of the ISP Delegation of Authority ( DoA ) framework in every school, including periodic reviews to reflect organisational changes and reinforce financial accountability.


• Monitor adherence to core financial controls, including segregation of duties, payment approval processes, reconciliations, and documentation standards, providing hands-on support to school finance teams where gaps are identified.


• Act as a key point of contact during internal or external reviews, coordinating responses, facilitating documentation, and supporting resolution of findings.


• Lead the investigation and resolution of financial control breaches, anomalies, or incidents, working in collaboration with school leadership and school finance to assess root causes and implement corrective actions.


• M aintain the regional finance risk register that identifies and tracks material financial process risks across schools, along with the corresponding mitigation actions.


• Support capacity building within school finance teams by promoting awareness of financial risks and controls through training, mentoring, and hands-on coaching.


• Champion a culture of financial integrity and operational discipline in all school finance operations, with a focus on safeguarding resources, preventing errors, and reducing the potential for fraud or misuse of funds.

Audit, Tax and Regulatory Compliance


• Act as the regional lead for all audit-related matters, including the coordination of annual statutory audits for schools and internal audit reviews initiated by the group.


• Liaise with external auditors to ensure timely and accurate completion of school and regional audits, managing audit deliverables and resolving queries.


• Support internal audit reviews by preparing documentation, addressing findings, and ensuring implementation of remediation actions.


• Oversee compliance with all corporate tax, VAT, and transfer pricing requirements across the region.


• Coordinate the preparation and submission of tax returns in collaboration with local advisors and ISP Group Finance.


• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure timely adaptation of finance processes to remain compliant.


• Maintain appropriate documentation and support tax audits and queries from authorities. .

Receivables and Collections


• Drive continuous improvement in receivables management processes across schools, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and strong internal controls.


• Support school teams in the effective follow-up of outstanding balances, providing guidance on best practices for parent communications.


• Coordinate the escalation of complex or high-risk cases in line with internal protocols and in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.


• Monitor and advise on appropriate financial provisioning for doubtful debts in accordance with group policy.


• Collaborate with finance and legal teams, as appropriate, to manage more sensitive receivables issues in a discreet and professional manner.

Payroll

  • Provide financial oversight of monthly payroll processing across schools, ensuring accuracy of financial data, correct accounting treatment, and alignment with budgeted staff costs.
  • Review payroll journals, accruals, and reconciliations as part of the monthly close cycle.
  • Ensure end-of-service liabilities are correctly calculated, recorded, and periodically reviewed against provisions.
  • Monitor compliance with internal financial controls and statutory obligations relating to payroll and staff benefits.
  • Identify risks or inefficiencies in payroll-related financial processes and recommend improvements.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

  • The successful candidate will need to have a minimum of five years' experience in financial operations, audit , and/ or internal controls. They will be a self-starter who takes initiative, can manage a diverse workload across multiple schools, is detail-oriented and deadline-driven, and has the ability to embed lasting improvements in financial control environments.
    • Essential skills/experience:

    1. Fluent English is essential, Arabic advantageous

    2. Qualified accountant (chartered or equivalent)

    3. Strong financial controls and risk management experience in a school or similar environment

    4. Demonstrated experience implementing and monitoring Delegation of Authority and financial control frameworks

    5. Advanced Excel skills

    6. Excellent communication and influencing skills

    7. Flexibility, multi-tasking mindset and an ability to deal with shifting priorities

    8. Hands-on approach

    9. Comfortable managing a variety of financial and non-financial stakeholders

    10. Experience in the education industry is desirable but not required

    ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

    ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

    All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history.

    ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

    ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

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  22. support_agent Customer Service & Helpdesk
  23. medical_services Dental
  24. medical_services Driving & Transport
  25. medical_services E Commerce & Social Media
  26. school Education & Teaching
  27. electrical_services Electrical Engineering
  28. bolt Energy
  29. local_mall Fmcg
  30. gavel Government & Non Profit
  31. emoji_events Graduate
  32. health_and_safety Healthcare
  33. beach_access Hospitality & Tourism
  34. groups Human Resources
  35. precision_manufacturing Industrial Engineering
  36. security Information Security
  37. handyman Installation & Maintenance
  38. policy Insurance
  39. code IT & Software
  40. gavel Legal
  41. sports_soccer Leisure & Sports
  42. inventory_2 Logistics & Warehousing
  43. supervisor_account Management
  44. supervisor_account Management Consultancy
  45. supervisor_account Manufacturing & Production
  46. campaign Marketing
  47. build Mechanical Engineering
  48. perm_media Media & PR
  49. local_hospital Medical
  50. local_hospital Military & Public Safety
  51. local_hospital Mining
  52. medical_services Nursing
  53. local_gas_station Oil & Gas
  54. biotech Pharmaceutical
  55. checklist_rtl Project Management
  56. shopping_bag Purchasing
  57. home_work Real Estate
  58. person_search Recruitment Consultancy
  59. store Retail
  60. point_of_sale Sales
  61. science Scientific Research & Development
  62. wifi Telecoms
  63. psychology Therapy
  64. pets Veterinary
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