Financial Reporting Manager

Dubai, Dubai Antal International Network

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One of our clients, a leading multinational in the energy drinks industry, is seeking a Financial Reporting Manager for their Dubai office. This is a high-visibility role working closely with the Group CFO and senior leadership, offering exposure to multinational operations and complex reporting environments.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving group-wide compliance, financial reporting excellence, and supporting strategic initiatives such as M&A and IPO readiness

Location: Dubai, UAE

Salary: AED 35,000 – AED 40,000 + Benefits

Note: Only candidates who have worked with or are currently working with Big 4 firms will be shortlisted for interview.

Job Title: Group IFRS Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Group IFRS Manager to lead financial reporting in a multinational FMCG environment. This senior role requires strong IFRS expertise, consolidation skills, and the ability to advise the CFO and Board on complex accounting matters.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead preparation of consolidated financial statements under IFRS across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Maintain and enforce Group accounting policies.
  • Advise on complex transactions (M&A, revenue, instruments, leases, impairments).
  • Manage external audits and ensure timely, high-quality reporting.
  • Strengthen internal controls and drive reporting process improvements (SAP HANA).
  • Act as IFRS subject-matter expert, training and supporting finance teams globally.
Must-Have Requirements
  • Professional qualification: ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent.
  • 7–10 years of professional experience, including Big 4 audit background (Manager/Senior Manager level).
  • Proven expertise in IFRS and group consolidations.
  • Strong exposure to multinational operations, preferably FMCG or manufacturing.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills with experience engaging CFOs, Boards, and auditors.
  • Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Experience with SAP (S/4HANA) is a strong plus.
What We Offer
  • Strategic, high-visibility role with CFO and leadership team.
  • Opportunity to shape group reporting and controls in a fast-growing FMCG business.
  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Exposure to IPO readiness and investor relations.

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Financial Reporting Director

Dubai, Dubai Qataryello

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This opportunity is with a large organisation within the environmental sector. The company is recognised for its focus on innovation and operational excellence, offering a professional environment for career advancement.

  • Supervise the preparation and delivery of accurate financial reports in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Develop and implement financial reporting processes and controls to ensure data integrity.
  • IFRS specialist, across all group consolidation.
  • Provide strategic financial insights to support business decision-making.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial reporting with organisational goals.
  • Ensure adherence to all accounting policies and procedures.
  • Lead audits and liaise with external auditors to facilitate smooth reviews.
  • Monitor and manage financial risks, providing recommendations for mitigation.
  • Mentor and guide the finance team to foster professional growth and expertise.

A successful Financial Reporting Director should have:

  • Professional qualifications in accounting, such as ACCA, CA, or equivalent.
  • Proven expertise in financial reporting and IFRS.
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory and compliance standards in accounting and finance.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Experience in managing teams and collaborating with cross-functional departments.
  • Proficiency in financial software and tools relevant to reporting
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Financial Controller - External Reporting

Dubai, Dubai Qataryello

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Our client is a multinational player in their sector, headquartered in Dubai. With hundreds of legal entities across the group and a significant intercompany network, they maintain robust and structured financial operations and reporting, adhering to international accounting standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee all day-to-day activities of the external reporting team for the Group
  • Manage relationships with external auditors and accounting service providers
  • Provide mentorship and technical accounting guidance to the wider finance team
  • Coordinate the preparation of over 400 audited/unaudited financial statements for statutory and financier compliance
  • Collaborate with the tax department to support compliance and reporting processes
  • Maintain and enhance internal controls to ensure integrity in reporting
  • Assist in interpreting and implementing new/revised IFRS standards applicable to the Group
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of reporting systems (e.g. Oracle, CaseWare)
  • Conduct quarterly legal entity reviews across the Group
  • Lead or contribute to various finance projects as needed

Key Performance Indicators:

  • Timely and accurate delivery of IFRS-compliant financial statements
  • Meeting all financier and statutory reporting deadlines
  • Strong technical accounting and IFRS implementation
  • Effective coordination with auditors and tax teams
  • Up-to-date internal documentation of accounting policies
  • Strong leadership and performance management of the External Reporting Team
  • Qualified Accountant (CA, ACCA, CPA) with at least 8 years' post-graduate experience
  • Minimum of 5 years in a Big 4 audit firm, with strong exposure to IFRS and external audit
  • Previous experience in managing a team and handling multiple priorities
  • Knowledge of CaseWare and Oracle Financials is advantageous
  • Familiarity with local UAE regulatory reporting requirements
  • High level of proficiency with accounting systems and Excel
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Vice President, Non-Financial Regulatory Reporting, Wealth (UAE Nationals Only)

Dubai, Dubai Citigroup

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The Non-Financial Regulatory Reporting Operations cover key areas:
+ **Reporting** - e-2-e execution of non-financial regulatory reporting processes, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timelines in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal Citi standards.
+ **Controls** - comprehensive control framework that includes pre-submission, post submission controls, issue management, and sustainable risk mitigation practices.
+ **Oversight** - Lead governance activities, including escalation protocols, regulatory issue remediation, disclosure to regulators to ensure transparency and accountability across reporting functions.
+ **Compliance Management** - Drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency, data integrity, and operational resilience.
+ **Horizontal Function** - Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Technology and Business partners to ensure alignment of reporting practices with evolving regulatory expectations and Citi policies.
The Vice President (VP) oversees the end-to-end execution of UAE non-financial regulatory reporting processes, ensuring strong governance and operational consistency across business lines or regions. VPs lead teams in the execution and review of reporting outputs, monitor metrics, and establish accountability for performance standards. They serve as control champions, working closely with Technology and Compliance to enhance reporting infrastructure and controls. VPs drive the strategic enhancement of post-submission controls and issue resolution, ensuring documentation standards are upheld. They lead risk forums and partner across functions to manage regulatory expectations and deadlines. VPs support regulatory inspections, prepare senior management reporting, and escalate material issues as needed. They are responsible for evaluating staff performance and team capacity, helping align skillsets with business needs. VPs foster a culture of compliance and continuous improvement within their teams. This role prepares professionals for broader leadership, with a focus on resilience and strategic risk management.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Preparation and submission of local non-financial regulatory reporting obligations to CBUAE, SCA, and other UAE regulators,
+ Analyzing regulatory reporting process front to back
+ Resolving issues related to local non-financial regulatory reporting
+ Communicate operational changes arising from remediation or process or control enhancements to Operations & Technology
+ Develop Business Requirements for system-related enhancements and end to end management of implementation of new or amended regulations
+ Reconcile positions and ensure of completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of local non-financial regulatory reporting
+ Execute the road map to improve local non-financial regulatory reporting operations efficiency, controls, and resilience
+ Streamline process inconsistencies, mitigate risks, and process documentation. Share knowledge among team to manage regulatory reporting operations functions.
+ Anticipate details of future regulations by communicating directly with key stakeholders and staying informed of relevant trends and industry news
+ Ensure alignment with regulatory changes and expectations
+ Drive projects and process improvements
+ Maintain documentation and oversee governance routines
+ Support leadership in strategic planning and initiatives
+ Support all control functions including MCA, audits, procedures updates and implementation
+ Calculate and monitor key KPIs and metrics
+ Timely escalation of issues and monitoring till resolution
+ Closely cooperate with Business and Tech partners on gap identification and process improvements
+ Prepare and participate in governance forums
+ Support internal & external audit reviews in relation to regulatory reporting operations & controls processes
+ Coordinate task allocation and completion in regulatory reporting operations team
+ Continue professional development in order to keep abreast of emerging technologies, methods and best practices.
**Qualifications:**
+ Minimum 8 years of experience in Operations, preferably in regulatory reporting space
+ Solid experience in local non-financial regulatory reporting
+ Proven experience working with demanding business stakeholders within a cross-functional matrix environment
+ Deep understanding of regulations and operational processes
+ Good understanding of Investments and Capital Market products as well as trade execution and settlement processes
+ Analytical thinking skills
+ Effective workload management
+ Effective, adjusted to recipient communication skills
+ Critical thinking and drawing logic conclusions
+ Adequate level of proficiency with MS Office Suite with experience presenting to stakeholders and senior leadership
+ Experience working both independently and, in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
**Education:**
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
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Vice President, Non-Financial Regulatory Reporting, Wealth (UAE Nationals Only)

Dubai, Dubai Citigroup Inc.

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Overview

The Non-Financial Regulatory Reporting Operations cover key areas:

  • Reporting - e-2-e execution of non-financial regulatory reporting processes, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timelines in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal Citi standards.
  • Controls - comprehensive control framework that includes pre-submission, post submission controls, issue management, and sustainable risk mitigation practices.
  • Oversight - Lead governance activities, including escalation protocols, regulatory issue remediation, disclosure to regulators to ensure transparency and accountability across reporting functions.
  • Compliance Management - Drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency, data integrity, and operational resilience.
  • Horizontal Function - Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Technology and Business partners to ensure alignment of reporting practices with evolving regulatory expectations and Citi policies.
Role Summary

The Vice President (VP) oversees the end-to-end execution of UAE non-financial regulatory reporting processes, ensuring strong governance and operational consistency across business lines or regions. VPs lead teams in the execution and review of reporting outputs, monitor metrics, and establish accountability for performance standards. They serve as control champions, working closely with Technology and Compliance to enhance reporting infrastructure and controls. VPs drive the strategic enhancement of post-submission controls and issue resolution, ensuring documentation standards are upheld. They lead risk forums and partner across functions to manage regulatory expectations and deadlines. VPs support regulatory inspections, prepare senior management reporting, and escalate material issues as needed. They are responsible for evaluating staff performance and team capacity, helping align skillsets with business needs. VPs foster a culture of compliance and continuous improvement within their teams. This role prepares professionals for broader leadership, with a focus on resilience and strategic risk management.

Responsibilities
  • Preparation and submission of local non-financial regulatory reporting obligations to CBUAE, SCA, and other UAE regulators
  • Analyzing regulatory reporting process front to back
  • Resolving issues related to local non-financial regulatory reporting
  • Communicate operational changes arising from remediation or process or control enhancements to Operations & Technology
  • Develop Business Requirements for system-related enhancements and end to end management of implementation of new or amended regulations
  • Reconcile positions and ensure of completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of local non-financial regulatory reporting
  • Execute the road map to improve local non-financial regulatory reporting operations efficiency, controls, and resilience
  • Streamline process inconsistencies, mitigate risks, and process documentation. Share knowledge among team to manage regulatory reporting operations functions.
  • Anticipate details of future regulations by communicating directly with key stakeholders and staying informed of relevant trends and industry news
  • Ensure alignment with regulatory changes and expectations
  • Drive projects and process improvements
  • Maintain documentation and oversee governance routines
  • Support leadership in strategic planning and initiatives
  • Support all control functions including MCA, audits, procedures updates and implementation
  • Calculate and monitor key KPIs and metrics
  • Timely escalation of issues and monitoring till resolution
  • Closely cooperate with Business and Tech partners on gap identification and process improvements
  • Prepare and participate in governance forums
  • Support internal & external audit reviews in relation to regulatory reporting operations & controls processes
  • Coordinate task allocation and completion in regulatory reporting operations team
  • Continue professional development in order to keep abreast of emerging technologies, methods and best practices.
Qualifications
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in Operations, preferably in regulatory reporting space
  • Solid experience in local non-financial regulatory reporting
  • Proven experience working with demanding business stakeholders within a cross-functional matrix environment
  • Deep understanding of regulations and operational processes
  • Good understanding of Investments and Capital Market products as well as trade execution and settlement processes
  • Analytical thinking skills
  • Effective workload management
  • Effective, adjusted to recipient communication skills
  • Critical thinking and drawing logic conclusions
  • Adequate level of proficiency with MS Office Suite with experience presenting to stakeholders and senior leadership
  • Experience working both independently and, in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

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Senior Vice President, Non-Financial Regulatory Reporting, Wealth (UAE Nationals Only)

Dubai, Dubai Citigroup

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Job Description

The Non-Financial Regulatory Reporting Operations cover key areas:
+ **Reporting** - e-2-e execution of non-financial regulatory reporting processes, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timelines in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal Citi standards.
+ **Controls** - comprehensive control framework that includes pre-submission, post submission controls, issue management, and sustainable risk mitigation practices.
+ **Oversight** - Lead governance activities, including escalation protocols, regulatory issue remediation, disclosure to regulators to ensure transparency and accountability across reporting functions.
+ **Compliance Management** - Drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency, data integrity, and operational resilience.
+ **Horizontal Function** - Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Technology and Business partners to ensure alignment of reporting practices with evolving regulatory expectations and Citi policies.
The Non-Financial Regulatory Reporting Operations Senior Vice President is accountable for overseeing the end-to-end execution of the UAE non-financial regulatory reporting function. This role ensures completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of regulatory reports while maintaining a strong control framework. The Senior Manager designs, implements, and monitors controls including post-submission validation, issue management, and sustainable mitigation strategies. They lead governance activities by chairing local control forums, managing escalations, and ensuring regulatory remediation plans are executed effectively. The Senior Manager engages proactively with internal stakeholders including Compliance, Risk, and senior leaders to align practices with policy changes and regulatory updates. They drive standardization, automation, and process optimization initiatives to enhance data integrity and operational resilience. This role is responsible for the strategic oversight of audit and regulatory examination activities. The Senior Vice President mentors VPs and contributes to the leadership and development of the broader reporting team. They oversee the implementation of local regulatory change management processes and ensure that enterprise standards are embedded in day-to-day operations. Through thought leadership and collaboration, the Senior Manager strengthens the firm's regulatory reporting capabilities and risk posture.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Accountable for local non-financial regulatory reporting obligations to CBUAE, SCA, and other UAE regulators, building trusted relationships and representing the firm in high-level discussions, consultations, and industry forums.
+ Shape and influence non-financial regulatory reporting strategy for UAE, advising senior leadership on regulatory trends and potential impacts.
+ Lead senior-level engagement in local, non-financial regulatory reporting reviews, audits, and supervisory meetings, ensuring effective representation of the firm and credibility with regulators.
+ Oversee all UAE non-financial regulatory reporting submissions, ensuring reports are complete, accurate, and timely, with zero tolerance for material errors.
+ Identify stakeholders and key organizations in order to build and manage relationships with each for local non-financial regulatory reporting.
+ Design, oversee, and evaluate operative strategies to have efficient processes, and reduce regulatory risk to the institution.
+ Design strategies for local non-financial regulatory reporting that generate improvements.
+ Escalate in timely manner the potential risk issues, revenue leakages etc. to senior management.
+ Review processes, procedures, strategy changes, and capacity plans to ensure productivity, inventory control, and turnaround time according to Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
+ Oversee all policies and procedures are in place to ensure operations run within the highest quality standards and Regulatory Risks are minimized for local non-financial regulatory reporting
+ Develop proposals for all initiatives and communicate opportunities and progress against the proposal in a concise and timely manner to senior leadership
+ Provide judgements based on analysis of facts and a diverse range of internal and external sources in complicated, unique, and dynamic situations
+ Negotiate internally and communicate management report to senior management, recommending next course of action
+ Resolve highly complex and varying issues that have substantial potential impact
+ Participate in improvement projects with internal and external stakeholders
+ Responsible for project / program management and tools process adherence, training (if required) and delivery.
+ Build an effective team through hiring exceptional candidates, coaching, collaboration, and motivation of staff.
+ Continue professional development to keep abreast of emerging technologies, methods and best practices.
+ Appropriately 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, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.
**Qualifications:**
+ Minimum 10 years of experience in financial industry, preferably in regulatory reporting space
+ Proven record of achievement in leading teams in a large, matrixed organization
+ Solid experience in local non-financial regulatory reporting
+ Proven experience working with demanding business stakeholders within a cross-functional matrix environment
+ Deep understanding of regulations and operational processes
+ Strong interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, facilitate, and enhance performance within a cross - functional environment.
+ Proven experience leading a team
+ Good understanding of Investments and Capital Market products as well as trade execution and settlement processes
+ Analytical thinking skills
+ Effective workload management
+ Effective, adjusted to recipient communication skills
+ Critical thinking and drawing logic-based conclusions
+ Adequate level of proficiency with MS Office Suite with experience presenting to stakeholders and senior leadership
+ Experience working both independently and, in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
**Education:**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
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**Job Family:**
Operations Support
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**Time Type:**
Full time
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**Most Relevant Skills**
Please see the requirements listed above.
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**Other Relevant Skills**
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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_Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law._
_If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review_ _Accessibility at Citi ( _._
_View Citi's_ _EEO Policy Statement ( _and the_ _Know Your Rights ( _poster._
Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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Senior Vice President, Non-Financial Regulatory Reporting, Wealth (UAE Nationals Only)

Dubai, Dubai Citigroup Inc.

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Job Description

The Non-Financial Regulatory Reporting Operations cover key areas:

  • Reporting - e-2-e execution of non-financial regulatory reporting processes, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timelines in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal Citi standards.
  • Controls - comprehensive control framework that includes pre-submission, post submission controls, issue management, and sustainable risk mitigation practices.
  • Oversight - Lead governance activities, including escalation protocols, regulatory issue remediation, disclosure to regulators to ensure transparency and accountability across reporting functions.
  • Compliance Management - Drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency, data integrity, and operational resilience.
  • Horizontal Function - Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Technology and Business partners to ensure alignment of reporting practices with evolving regulatory expectations and Citi policies.

The Non-Financial Regulatory Reporting Operations Senior Vice President is accountable for overseeing the end-to-end execution of the UAE non-financial regulatory reporting function. This role ensures completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of regulatory reports while maintaining a strong control framework. The Senior Manager designs, implements, and monitors controls including post-submission validation, issue management, and sustainable mitigation strategies. They lead governance activities by chairing local control forums, managing escalations, and ensuring regulatory remediation plans are executed effectively. The Senior Manager engages proactively with internal stakeholders including Compliance, Risk, and senior leaders to align practices with policy changes and regulatory updates. They drive standardization, automation, and process optimization initiatives to enhance data integrity and operational resilience. This role is responsible for the strategic oversight of audit and regulatory examination activities. The Senior Vice President mentors VPs and contributes to the leadership and development of the broader reporting team. They oversee the implementation of local regulatory change management processes and ensure that enterprise standards are embedded in day-to-day operations. Through thought leadership and collaboration, the Senior Manager strengthens the firm’s regulatory reporting capabilities and risk posture.

Responsibilities:
  • Accountable for local non-financial regulatory reporting obligations to CBUAE, SCA, and other UAE regulators, building trusted relationships and representing the firm in high-level discussions, consultations, and industry forums.
  • Shape and influence non-financial regulatory reporting strategy for UAE, advising senior leadership on regulatory trends and potential impacts.
  • Lead senior-level engagement in local, non-financial regulatory reporting reviews, audits, and supervisory meetings, ensuring effective representation of the firm and credibility with regulators.
  • Oversee all UAE non-financial regulatory reporting submissions, ensuring reports are complete, accurate, and timely, with zero tolerance for material errors.
  • Identify stakeholders and key organizations in order to build and manage relationships with each for local non-financial regulatory reporting.
  • Design, oversee, and evaluate operative strategies to have efficient processes, and reduce regulatory risk to the institution.
  • Design strategies for local non-financial regulatory reporting that generate improvements.
  • Escalate in timely manner the potential risk issues, revenue leakages etc. to senior management.
  • Review processes, procedures, strategy changes, and capacity plans to ensure productivity, inventory control, and turnaround time according to Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
  • Oversee all policies and procedures are in place to ensure operations run within the highest quality standards and Regulatory Risks are minimized for local non-financial regulatory reporting.
  • Develop proposals for all initiatives and communicate opportunities and progress against the proposal in a concise and timely manner to senior leadership.
  • Provide judgements based on analysis of facts and a diverse range of internal and external sources in complicated, unique, and dynamic situations.
  • Negotiate internally and communicate management report to senior management, recommending next course of action.
  • Resolve highly complex and varying issues that have substantial potential impact.
  • Participate in improvement projects with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Responsible for project / program management and tools process adherence, training (if required) and delivery.
  • Build an effective team through hiring exceptional candidates, coaching, collaboration, and motivation of staff.
  • Continue professional development to keep abreast of emerging technologies, methods and best practices.
  • Adequate level of proficiency with MS Office Suite with experience presenting to stakeholders and senior leadership.
  • Experience working both independently and, in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
Qualifications:
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in financial industry, preferably in regulatory reporting space
  • Proven record of achievement in leading teams in a large, matrixed organization
  • Solid experience in local non-financial regulatory reporting
  • Proven experience working with demanding business stakeholders within a cross-functional matrix environment
  • Deep understanding of regulations and operational processes
  • Strong interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, facilitate, and enhance performance within a cross - functional environment.
  • Proven experience leading a team
  • Good understanding of Investments and Capital Market products as well as trade execution and settlement processes
  • Analytical thinking skills
  • Effective workload management
  • Effective, adjusted to recipient communication skills
  • Critical thinking and drawing logic-based conclusions
  • Adequate level of proficiency with MS Office Suite with experience presenting to stakeholders and senior leadership
  • Experience working both independently and, in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field

Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi. View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.

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Financial Controller | External Reporting | Aircraft Leasing | Dubai

Dubai, Dubai Lucida Search Partners

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Financial Controller | External Reporting | Aircraft Leasing | Dubai About the Company

Our client is a leading aircraft leasing company based in Dubai, UAE. With a global presence and a diverse portfolio of aircraft, who are at the forefront of the aviation finance industry. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Controller to join their team and lead their external reporting function.

Job Overview

As the Financial Controller for External Reporting, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of our financial reporting. You will be responsible for overseeing the preparation of financial statements, managing regulatory reporting requirements, and providing strategic financial insights to support decision-making processes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the preparation and review of consolidated financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
  • Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all financial reporting deadlines are met
  • Manage the external audit process, serving as the primary point of contact for external auditors
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior management, board members, and regulatory bodies
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies
  • Implement and maintain robust internal controls over financial reporting
  • Provide technical accounting guidance and support to various departments within the organization
  • Analyze complex accounting issues and prepare position papers on technical accounting matters
  • Monitor and interpret changes in accounting standards and regulations, assessing their impact on the company's financial reporting
  • Coordinate with tax and treasury departments to ensure accurate and consistent financial reporting
  • Prepare and present financial reports and analysis to senior management and the board of directors
  • Manage and develop a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, training, and mentorship
  • Continuously improve financial reporting processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy
  • Participate in special projects and initiatives as required, such as system implementations or process improvements
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure the integrity of financial data and support business decision-making
Qualifications and Requirements
  • Qualified accountant (ACA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) with at least 8 years of post-graduate accounting/audit experience
  • Total work experience of 8 to 15 years in accounting, finance, or audit roles
  • Strong understanding of IFRS and its application in the leasing industry
  • Proficiency in CaseWare and Oracle Financials is highly advantageous
  • Experience in the aviation or aircraft leasing industry is preferred but not essential.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proven leadership and team management experience
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft Office applications
  • Experience with financial reporting software and ERP systems
Key Competencies
  • Technical Expertise: Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of accounting principles, IFRS, and their application in
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Kearney, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

Dubai, Dubai Kearney Italia, Inc.

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Kearney, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst — Full-time in Dubai, Middle East & Africa region.

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Kearney, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

As the FP&A Analyst in our Dubai office, you will support the financial planning and analysis function with a focus predominantly on the Middle East region. This role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and providing strategic insights to drive business decisions. The FP&A Analyst will collaborate with various departments to gather and analyze financial data, identify trends, and support decision-making processes. A proactive mindset, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly are essential. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who can contribute to the company's growth and profitability through meticulous financial planning and analysis.

Reporting directly to the Senior Financial Planning & Analytics Manager and functionally to the Regional CFO and ME Financial Controller. The role also works closely with Finance teams in Dubai, South Africa, Turkey, London, and Chicago, as well as other local functions such as HR, Staffing, Office Management, and Legal. The ME finance team consists of 11 members.

Key responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain complex financial models to support various business scenarios and strategic initiatives.
  • Conduct detailed variance analysis to compare actual results to budget and forecast, identifying key drivers and providing actionable insights.
  • Monitor and analyze cost structures, identifying areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
  • Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop accurate revenue forecasts and track performance against targets.
  • Evaluate capital expenditure proposals, perform ROI analysis, and track project performance.
  • Perform scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to assess the financial impact of different business decisions and external factors.
  • Conduct benchmarking studies to compare company performance against industry peers and best practices.
  • Create and maintain dashboards and visualizations to communicate financial performance and key metrics to stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies, assisting with audits and regulatory reporting as needed.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the FP&A function.
  • Act as a strategic partner to business units, providing financial insights and recommendations to support operational and strategic decisions.
  • Identify and assess financial risks, developing strategies to mitigate potential impacts on the business.
  • Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve business performance.
  • Assist in the preparation and management of the annual budget, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Support ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed, providing timely and accurate information to stakeholders.
Who you are

After nearly 100 years, we know this business is fundamentally about making connections—between facts, figures, insights, strategies, tools, technologies and above all, people. That’s why we look for proactive, positive, and flexible individuals who are always unapologetically their unique selves.

We want to hear from you if you:

  • Have a university degree or equivalent and are studying for, or completed an internationally recognized Certified/Chartered accountant qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA
  • Have a minimum 5 years in a similar role. Professional service industry experience is desirable
  • Have a strong knowledge of financial planning and analysis in a related role
  • Possess strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling
  • Have experience with financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus
  • Have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Arabic is desirable
  • Are commercially minded and are willing to be hands on
  • Have strong organization skills, attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
  • Are a self-driven, highly motivated team player who understands the implications of collaborating in a truly global environment
What we can offer you

Every day, our people work to be the difference for our clients, our communities, and our colleagues. They are sustained by a competitive remuneration package plus comprehensive benefits and perks, including but not limited to:

  • Generous retirement/pension savings contributions
  • Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and their families
  • Structured and on-the-job learning and development opportunities
  • Personalized opportunities to help you chart a unique career journey to pursue your own personal and professional goals

Apply now. Submit your cover letter, CV (.doc or .pdf format only) via our website.

Equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination Kearney prides itself on providing a culture where our employees belong and thrive equally, which means our people feel comfort, confidence, and joy as they do great things for our firm, our colleagues, and our clients. Kearney is an equal opportunity employer; we recruit, hire, train, promote, develop, and provide other conditions of employment without regard to a person’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences consistent with applicable laws. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. We encourage everyone to apply, including those who may not feel historically represented in consulting.

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