6 Finops Specialist jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Currie & Brown are looking for an Associate (Cost Management - pre contracts) to join our growing team in Abu Dhabi, working on exciting projects in the region. This role will require being based full time in Abu Dhabi, working in either our head office or the client office.

As an Associate, you will support project leaders in generating a high standard of service delivery, achieving successful outcomes for our clients, capturing and sharing knowledge across projects, enhancing our culture of innovation and reinforcing our reputation as a preferred service provider.

You will be:

• Providing accurate cost advice and reporting to our clients
• Delivering projects, commissions and professional assignments
• Assuming a leading role in setting objectives and priorities, working as a proactive team player
• Maintaining effective communication to ensure all information is available for the successful completion of projects; liaising with other managers to ensure efficient financial control
• Undertaking cost management services with limited supervision
• Delivering all work outputs in an accurate and timely manner
• Providing support to the team leader/service leaders in the cost management of projects
• Representing the company in a professional and diligent manner; meeting, negotiating and corresponding with clients to form strong working relationships.

What do you need?:

• BSc in quantity surveying or equivalent
• Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS)
• Previous pre contract experience gained within a global consultancy firm is essential
• Experience on a variety of large developments such as hospitality, leisure, residential, retail and infrastructure
• Good technical writing, client-facing and communication skills
• Well-organised, diligent, proactive, assertive, well-disciplined and commercially astute

Currie & Brownprioritise for the long term and honour our commitments. We are compassionate and inclusive in the way we approach our work, and always look to invest in our people’s futures. Be it a desire to work internationally, a drive to progress, or even a curiosity to operate in a new sector, we are there for our people at every stage – providing advice, support and the structure to achieve. That is why so many of us have established and built successful careers here for so long.

We don’t offer just a job we offer a career with clear structured route to progression, and a track record of making international mobility happen with international moves encouraged on a permanent or secondment basis.

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work everyday and that is why we firmly believe equality, diversity and inclusion should be taken seriously. Diverse people, backgrounds and experiences develop the most innovative of ideas, they are essential to our success, that is why we actively encourage applications from all backgrounds.

With the backing of our parent company, we are a truly independent business. Our people are empowered to make quick, agile decisions, as well as work directly with some of the world’s brightest partner brands in our industry through Dar Group.

We offer comprehensive benefits packages in all our global regions which have been specifically tailored to offer additional rewards to our employees from entry level to senior executives.

Overview

EMEA Financial Operations Manager

At Horizontal Digital we hold ourselves to one key belief: You are only as good as your worst customer experience. This mantra is what drives our digital consultancy to think beyond easy answers and instead create websites apps portals and other experiences that solve customer needs for Fortune 500 companies in intuitive and empathetic ways. And we make this lofty standard a reality by fusing strategy data design and technology together to arrive at solutions that set the bar higher for everyone.

We use these values to fuel superior results :

• Lock arms — We forge relationships that make our impact 1000x stronger. This means working across departments and engaging both our clients and our communities to deliver the greatest good.
• Show hustle — We are not ones to sit on our hands and wait. Instead we anticipate opportunities collectively roll up our sleeves and find ways to execute the exceptional.
• Embrace change — From new technologies to workplace philosophies we welcome the unexpected and constantly anticipate what is next.
• Elevate empathy — We listen before we take action. This means understanding a variety of perspectives and holding ourselves to a higher standard of accountability.
• Never settle — We motivate each other to push past the easy answers and collectively arrive at bigger more inspiring ideas.

But enough about us. Let us talk about you.
As our EMEA Financial Operations Manager you will play a key role owning the dayto-day financial operations of our organization across the UK KSA Dubai and India. You will oversee revenue recognition invoicing collections and compliance while driving process improvements and unifying global operations. This is both a strategic and hands-on role—perfect for someone who thrives on operational excellence, collaboration and enabling a seamless customer experience through finance.

What you will do:

• Review and work with the business on Statements of Work for Financial Language around revenue recognition, invoice & discounts
• Work with Project Managers to understand and configure project setup in the PSA Application
• Run Monthly revenue recognition jobs and review with the business and finance teams
• Oversee accurate timely and compliant invoicing across all regions
• Monitor AR aging, drive collections performance and reduce DSO through pro-active strategies.
• Partner with other departments on revenue forecasting and reporting.
• Provide financial operations insights and regular reporting to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with Operations IT and Business teams to streamline financial systems and champion automation initiatives.
• Implement and refine policies workflows and controls that strengthen operational efficiency.
• Oversee the month end closing process for all EMEA regions
• Liaison for local compliance for the EMEA regions

Who you are:

• A collaborative and driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced global environment.
• Skilled at building trust and clear communication across cultures and departments.
• Detail-oriented with a knack for identifying process improvements and driving change.
• Comfortable balancing strategic oversight with day-to-day execution.
• Energized by solving problems and delivering measurable impact.
• Adaptable to evolving business needs.
• Driven to elevate operational excellence and the overall customer experience.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• 8 years of experience in revenue recognition, billing and AR management working in professional services organizations
• Familiarity with various contract models such as Fixed Fee, Retainers & T&M Caps/Floors
• Experience managing multicountry financial operations (experience in UK, Middle East and India strongly preferred).
• Experience partnering with Project Management, Operations and senior leaders to drive both operational and strategic initiatives.
• Proficiency with multiple ERP systems. Certinia experience a major plus.

Required Experience: Manager

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!

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Communications

ABOUT THE COMPANY

We are a global energy maritime logistics leader with a world-class asset base. We are the dedicated and vital logistics arm for ADNOC Group, providing mission critical and highly specialized services across ADNOC’s entire value chain. We also provide market-leading, cost-competitive maritime and logistics solutions to over 100 global customers and ship to more than 50 countries across the world.

As a global energy maritime logistics leader and the dedicated and vital logistics arm for ADNOC Group, we are driven to set the highest standards in shipping and maritime operations, pushing boundaries and pioneering new frontiers in sustainability. We are committed to delivering world-class solutions that are innovative and efficient, while always putting safety first

JOB PURPOSE:
This role is responsible for the day-to-day management and execution of financial and regulatory communications activities to ensure all reporting obligations for ADNOC L&S as a listed entity are fulfilled. Managing reputational risks and ensuring positioning opportunities are maximised are also part of the remit.
Reporting obligations include quarterly and annual earnings announcements and management presentations; regulatory announcements relating to the AGM and the release of material information and ad hoc company updates; and the release and positioning of corporate reports including the Annual Report, Sustainability Report and Governance Report.
This role is suited to someone with a background in corporate or financial communications with experience in internal and external stakeholder and media relations, ideally at a listed entity. It requires someone who can gain the trust of senior leaders and work effectively across teams to generate materially sensitive company information.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Maintaining a calendar of financial and regulatory communications obligations
• Drafting materials to support financial and regulatory communication obligations
• Working with a network of L&S business as well as finance, corporate communications and legal functional colleagues to align and secure the approval of draft materials
• Managing the release of approved materials to external stakeholders, including the media
• Working with IR to manage quarterly and annual earning calls and answering questions from the media
• Ensuring alignment with broader internal audiences, as appropriate
• Identifying ongoing reputation risks and opportunities and escalating where necessary
• Supporting senior leaders ahead of external engagements
• Managing agency support when it is required

Generic Accountabilities
Supervision

• Plan, supervise and coordinate all activities in the assigned area to meet functional objectives.
• Train and develop the assigned staff on relevant skills to enable them to become proficient on the job and deliver the respective section objectives.

Budgets

• Provide input for preparation of the Section / Department budgets and assist in the implementation of the approved Budget and work plans to deliver Section objectives.
• Investigate and highlight any significant variances to support effective performance and cost control
• Implement approved Section / Department policies, processes, systems, standards and procedures in order to support execution of the Section’s / Department work programs in line with Company and International standards.

Performance Management

• Contribute to the achievement of the approved Performance Objectives for the Section / Department in line with the Company Performance framework.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Design and implement new tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of operational processes.
• Identify improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with ISO standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the function.

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability

• Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.

Reports

• Provide inputs to prepare Section MIS and progress reports for Company Management.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or other relevant degree

Group Company: ADNOC Logistics & Services

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At Atlantis, we exist to bring the extraordinary to every holiday and experience through connection, empowerment, precision, care and warmth. Inspired by the majesty and mystery of the ocean, Atlantis resorts are unique destinations full of life, wonder and surprise, where we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn.

Atlantis, The Royal will forever change the landscape of Dubai. Crafted by the world’s leading designers, architects and artists, this iconic destination will offer extraordinary stays, dining, attractions and entertainment. The world is yet to experience anything like it. With a sense of exhilaration and discovery, we create unforgettable memories by providing guests the opportunity to discover an extraordinary world filled with thrilling adventures. Whether we are designing a couple’s retreat or serving the extraordinary in one of our award‑winning celebrity chef restaurants, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of courage, inspiration and innovation. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion.

The Operations Manager at Cloud 22, your will be responsible for the overall operations of the outlet and ensuring a consistent and outstanding guest experience. The Operations Manager will manage all areas of service within the restaurant and Bar, including but not limited to, training, motivating and retention of the team, food cost, labor cost, P&L responsibility, staffing plans, safety, and hygiene, all whilst adhering to all company policies and procedures and brand guidelines.

To be successful in this role you will need to have a minimum of 10 years’ experience within Hospitality, with at least 5 years in a similar leadership role, preferably in Beach Club-Night life environment. The successful candidate will be someone with high energy and a positive approach towards building working relationships and overcoming complex challenges. They will be results driven and confident in their ability to change and adapt themselves as well as their team to work towards common goals. A strong sense of leadership and an excellent motivator who has the experience and knowledge to understand the combination of detail, quality and volume whilst being able to delegate and set clearly defined expectations. A strong understanding of financials is essential as well as the ability to operate within the policies, procedures, and systems of Atlantis, The Royal.

Atlantis Dubai is an iconic entertainment destination comprised of two world-class resorts; Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis, The Royal; offering an unbeatable opportunity for you to grow and develop in your career.

Join a team that is adventurous, creative, warm-hearted and extroverted. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.