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Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 04/14/2025

Financial Operations Analyst - UAE National

Meet myZoi

myZoi is changing lives for the better for those who deserve it the most. We are an exciting fintech start-up aiming to promote financial inclusion globally. Our vision is to provide a level playing field to the unbanked and the underbanked in accessing essential financial services in an affordable, convenient, and transparent fashion.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Operations Analyst to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will assist in performing bookkeeping, daily reconciliations, and various financial operations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records and transactions. This role is critical for maintaining compliance with local financial regulations and ensuring smooth daily operations within our fast-paced and dynamic environment. Please apply via the link below if you are interested.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Bookkeeping & Financial Operations:
   

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including journal entries, accounts payable/receivable, and general ledger entries.
  
• Support the preparation of financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow) and management reports in accordance with local regulatory standards.
  
• Assist in the preparation of tax filings, ensuring compliance with UAE tax laws and other applicable financial regulations.
  

• Daily Reconciliations:
  

• Perform daily bank reconciliations to ensure accurate and timely recording of transactions, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.
  
• Reconcile transactions between internal financial systems and external platforms to ensure consistency and accuracy of financial data.
  
• Monitor and reconcile customer and vendor accounts to track payments, charges, and any discrepancies.
  
• Assist with timely closing of books on a monthly basis. Accounting entries to be recorded before end of the accounting period.
  
• Assist in preparing regular financial reports for management, highlighting key trends, variances, and operational efficiencies.
  
• Analyze financial data to identify patterns and areas for potential improvement in cash flow, expense management, and profitability.
  
• Help track financial KPIs and assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
  

• Compliance & Regulatory Support:
  

• Ensure all financial activities are conducted in accordance with UAE financial regulations, specifically in relation to fintech and payment processing.
  
• Assist in audits by providing necessary documentation and supporting materials.
  
• Help ensure internal controls are maintained, and financial data is protected according to applicable privacy and data protection laws.
  

• General Financial Operations:
  

• Accounts Payable: Manage and monitor vendors payments on a regular basis. Ensure timely and accurate processing of accounts payable. Perform creditor analysis and ageing on a periodic basis. Address and resolve any vendor payment related issues.
  
• Accounts Receivable: Generate and send out invoices to clients in a timely manner. Monitor accounts receivable ageing and follow up on overdue payments.
  
• Provide general administrative support to the finance department, including preparing financial documentation, reports, and correspondence.
  
• Collaborate with other departments, including operations, to resolve financial issues and discrepancies.
  
• Assist in maintaining financial systems and platforms, ensuring accurate data entry and system functionality.
  
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in all financial records and reconciliations.
  
• Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a team, while also being able to handle tasks independently.
  
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to new financial systems, tools, and regulations as the fintech landscape evolves.
  

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
  
• 2-3 years of experience in accounting and financial operations. Experience in fintech or regulated industry is preferred.
  
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze and interpret financial data accurately.
  
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
  
• Ability to identify issues in financial data and propose practical solutions.
  
• Exhibits business judgment, strong analytical, coordination, and decision-making skills.
  
• Strong working knowledge of accounting principles, procedures and internal controls.
  
• Proficiency in accounting software (Dynamics 365 Business Central), Microsoft Excel and reporting tools like Power BI and Tableau.
  

At myZoi we strive to create both a product and a team that embraces equality, inclusion, diversity and freedom. We want people who can be themselves and bring their own brand of value to the team. Come and join us!

United Arab Emirates

About Dubai Holding Entertainment:

Dubai Holding Entertainment offers an impressive range of destinations and attractions that enhance the appeal and competitiveness of Dubai as an international tourism and leisure hub, with the added value of the quality of the facilities and the high standards of training, supervision, and security.

Ain Dubai, the tallest observation wheel in the world, is the jewel of the Bluewaters extraordinary and one-of-a-kind experience and is set to offer a majestic new experiential perspective from the eye in the sky across Dubai’s mesmerizing skyline.

Global Village is one of the longest established tourist attractions in Dubai having opened its doors in 1997. It offers world-class cultural and family entertainment, featuring 26 international pavilions and millions of visitors every season.

As the most recent attraction within Dubai Holding Entertainment, Dubai Parks and Resorts is the Middle East’s largest multi-themed leisure and entertainment destination comprising of three separate theme parks: MOTIONGATE Dubai, LEGOLAND Dubai and LEGOLAND Water Park.

Leading destinations and attractions by Dubai Holding Entertainment also include Coca-Cola Arena, the largest multipurpose indoor arena in the Middle East; Roxy Cinemas, a premiere theatre experience; and The Green Planet in City Walk, a destination that recreates a tropical forest and many more.

Dubai Holding Entertainment owns the largest radio network in the region. Arabian Radio Network (ARN) is the most dynamic multiplatform broadcaster in the UAE and is at the forefront of innovation. It provides advanced in-studio cameras, broadcasting on-air, online on smartphone apps and the Apple TV platform. ARN has ten radio stations, including Dubai Eye, Virgin Radio, Al Arabiya and Hit – reaching over 200 nationalities and 4 million listeners each week in seven languages.

Building on ARN’s commitment to embracing the future and being able to provide access to the best marketing platforms in the region, MPN by Dubai Holding Entertainment is a multimedia sales house, operating premium out-of-home assets, video production, event sponsorship and activations.

Job Overview:

Here's your chance to step into the role of Senior Manager Finance Operations - Dubai Holding Entertainment. In this position, you'll take on key responsibilities that include:

1. Finance Operations Oversight

• Lead and manage the day-to-day finance operations for the entire group, ensuring accurate accounting and financial reporting
• Oversee all finance back-office functions managed by shared services (e.g., GL, AP, AR, Tax), ensuring seamless and efficient processes
• Develop and maintain financial control systems and processes to ensure compliance with Group policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements

2. Financial Planning and Budgeting

• Work closely with business unit leaders and senior management to prepare annual budgets and forecasts that align with the company’s financial goals
• Ensure proper budget control by monitoring variances and identifying areas for improvement
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to provide financial insights, advising on cost-saving opportunities, and highlighting areas requiring corrective action

3. Finance Business Partnering

• Act as a key finance business partner to various operational departments, providing actionable financial insights to support business decision-making
• Proactively engage with functional leaders and business units to influence strategic decisions that align with financial objectives
• Provide guidance on financial performance, metrics, cost optimization, and profitability analysis

4. Process Improvement & Automation

• Drive initiatives to optimize finance processes, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements
• Collaborate with IT and back-office shared services teams to implement tools, systems, and processes that streamline financial operations
• Continuously evaluate current processes to identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies and recommend corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, tax laws, and industry standards
• Proactively identify and mitigate financial risks within the business and support internal audits
• Ensure proper management of tax filings, payments, and compliance in all jurisdictions
• Review financial reports, analyzing trends, forecasts, and budget adherence
• Provide senior leadership with clear, concise reports on financial performance, identifying key insights, trends, and variances from the budget
• Prepare regular financial updates and presentations for management, highlighting key financial metrics, forecasts, and recommendations for corrective actions
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge to support both finance operations and business partnering efforts
• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team culture while promoting continuous learning and development within the department
• Promote cross-functional collaboration to align finance operations with business objectives

About you:

The preferred candidate for this role should possess the following experience and credentials:

• Degree in Accounting/ Finance. Professional certification such as a CA or ACCA required
• 10+ years of relevant experience within the Finance department of a large corporation
• Extensive knowledge of IFRS standards and their application. Strong experience in financial reporting under IFRS
• Analytical mindset with the ability to distil complex financial data into actionable insights

About the Benefits:

In the world of entertainment, Dubai Holding Entertainment is dedicated to nurturing the talents and well-being of our team members. Join our dynamic and diverse workforce to enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, exciting career development opportunities, and a collaborative and creative work environment. We strongly believe in empowering our workforce, as they play a pivotal role in shaping unforgettable entertainment experiences for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most innovative candidates who aspire to make a significant impact on the future of the entertainment industry in Dubai. At Dubai Holding Entertainment, we embrace equal opportunity and promote a discrimination-free environment where everyone's unique talents and contributions are celebrated. Join us in crafting a thrilling and extraordinary tomorrow in entertainment!

• Job Identification
• Job Category Finance
• Posting Date 09/19/2025, 11:49 AM
• Apply Before 10/20/2025, 11:49 AM
• Degree Level Associate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Dubai, AE DH Entertainment LLC, Global Village Management Office, Dubai, AE

As a Functional Consultant specialising in D365 Finance, you will:

• Lead and support the end-to-end implementation, configuration, optimisation and ongoing support of Dynamics 365 Finance modules;
• Act as a bridge between business finance stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring business requirements are properly understood, translated into system configuration, and delivered in line with best practice;
• Champion continuous process improvement, ensuring our finance systems support strategic objectives, regulatory requirements, and scale well as the organisation grows.

• Elicit, analyse and document detailed business requirements from finance stakeholders (e.g. FP&A, accounting, treasury, tax, controllership)
• Translate requirements into functional design specifications, fit-gap analyses, and solution proposals
• Configure and implement core D365 Finance modules such as General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Cash & Bank, Budgeting, and Project Accounting
• Define and verify integrations with other systems (e.g. external tax engines, procurement / supply chain, reporting tools)
• Lead and facilitate workshops, training sessions, user acceptance testing (UAT), and data migration activities
• Produce documentation (e.g. process maps, configuration guides, user manuals)
• Provide go-live support, post-implementation stabilisation and continuous improvement suggestions
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations (e.g. UK GAAP, IFRS where relevant), audit requirements, and internal controls
• Collaborate closely with technical consultants, solution architects, project managers, and external partners / vendors
• Keep abreast of updates and enhancements in D365 Finance and recommend how these can be leveraged

• Proven experience (typically 3-5+ years) working as a D365 Finance Functional Consultant (or in a very similar role), with full or substantial lifecycle implementation experience (design through to go-live and post-go-live)
• Deep knowledge of finance processes and best practices (GL, AR, AP, FA, cash management, budgeting, period-end close)
• Strong understanding of integration, data migration, and reporting components in ERP environments
• Excellent communication skills — able to engage with business finance users and translate technical detail into business-friendly language
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, including experience with fit-gap analysis and process re-engineering
• Experience working in matrix / cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder expectations
• Comfortable working in both structured (governed) environments and agile or hybrid project delivery methodologies

• Relevant Microsoft certifications (e.g. MB-310: Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance, MB-300 etc.)
• Experience of multi-entity, multi-currency, multinational implementations
• Knowledge of regulatory, statutory, tax, and audit requirements in the UK / Europe (VAT, IFRS, etc.)
• Familiarity with tools such as Lifecycle Services (LCS), Azure DevOps, RSAT, Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate)
• Experience of using Agile / Scrum delivery, DevOps practices
• Exposure to financial reporting, BI tools, dashboarding

Do you enjoy being part of a successful team?

Are you an experienced Finance Specialist looking for a new opportunity?

Be a part of our Finance Team

Our Finance Team provides support and insight for the business through planning, analyzing and reporting. We use extensive data to aid important decision making that impacts our global organization and to identify areas for improvement. Our team innovates through digitization to constantly improve the value we provide.

As a Lead Finance Specialist - FP&A Operations you will be responsible for providing regional FP&A and reporting for Corporate, a business, or a P&L within a business. This Position requiring thorough understanding, application and mastery of approaches, theories, methodologies and application in a concrete organizational context.

• Managing the business cycle- 3 year plan, budget, forecasts at each level of the organization.
• Defining KPIs to measure the performance in all areas of the organization. Analyze the performance and propose action plans to improve profitability and cash generation as well as corrective action plans as needed.
• Advising functional managers or other Functions regarding approaches, processes and procedures in the own field.
• Handling communication with direct colleagues and the business about approach and methods for solving complex problems.
• Leading as a project leader of medium sized projects or is a major contributor to bigger projects. Work goals typically take 3-6 months to complete and the time horizon for results/impact is typically 2-12 months after the event.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business/Commercial or similar from an accredited university or college.
• Have a minimum of 3 years of experience in FP&A.
• Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in Finance.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Great interpersonal and leadership skills.

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
• Comprehensive private medical care options.
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs.
• Tailored financial programs.
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits.

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.