4 Reconciliation Analyst jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Property Finder is the leading property portal in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, dedicated to shaping an inclusive future for real estate while spearheading the region’s growing tech ecosystem. At its core is a clear and powerful purpose: To change living for good in the region.

Founded on the value of great ambitions, Property Finder connects millions of property seekers with thousands of real estate professionals every day. The platform offers a seamless and enriching experience, empowering both buyers and renters to make informed decisions. Since its inception in 2007, Property Finder has evolved into a trusted partner for developers, brokers, and home seekers. As a lighthouse tech company, it continues to create an environment where people can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the transformation of real estate in MENA.

We are looking for the next Group Manager for General Ledger to join our dynamic finance team at Property Finder in Egypt. In this pivotal role, you'll be responsible for book keeping, technical accounting, period closures and audited financial statements. With proven experience in accounting you'll provide strategic financial insights while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Booking Keeping

• Maintain books of accounts
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of general ledger activities
• Manage posting of financial transactions, manage internal customer query resolution and ensure equal distribution of workload across all General Ledger team members
• Manage monthly books closing exercises
• Manage intercompany balances
• Maintain an efficient system of policies and procedures that impose an adequate level of control over bookkeeping and period closing activities and provide support for regulatory reporting
• Maintain integrity of the General Ledger reconciliations to appropriate sub-ledgers and supporting documents including month end reconciliation to the General Ledger

Technical Accounting

• Create accounting papers to demonstrate the organization’s accounting positions
• Create lease models under IFRS 16
• Advice finance leadership on accounting impacts for various business strategies
• Create and review financial statements under relevant accounting standards
• Periodic consolidation of financial statements across group companies
• Laise with external auditors for timely completion of audits

Management responsibilities

• Manage the GL team’s workload and assign priorities as needed
• Deliver clear and timely communication on all issues, both internal and external
• Lead the team to continuously improve performance and motivate team members
• Lead the team to achieve individual and GL team objectives
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested that are in accordance with the responsibilities of a member

Others

• Recommend chart of accounts
• Mentor, Coach and lead the GL accountant
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Tax assessments

The Person

Desired Qualifications:

• Qualified bachelor’s degree or professional diploma such CPA, CA, UKCA
• Experience in auditing
• 8 -10 years of experience in accounting and financial statements
• Worked with Big 4
• Proficiency in creating financial statements under IFRS
• Strong operational and implementation knowledge on IFRS

Other Capabilities:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Stong target orientation

Our promise to talent

At Property Finder, we believe talent thrives in an environment where you can be your best self. Where you are empowered to create, elevate, grow, and care. Our team is made up of the best and brightest, united by a shared ambition to change living for good in the region. We attract top talent who want to make an impact. We firmly believe that when our people grow, we all succeed.

Property Finder Guiding Principles

• Think Future First
• Data Beats Opinions, Speed Beats Perfection
• Our People, Our Power
• The Biggest Risk is Taking no Risk at All

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Role Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic FP&A Manager to support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making for a real estate development company. The role requires strong financial modeling skills, a deep understanding of real estate finance, and the ability to provide actionable insights to senior management.

• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes for real estate projects and overall company operations.
• Prepare financial models, scenario analysis, and profitability forecasts for new and ongoing development projects.
• Analyze financial performance, track KPIs, and provide variance analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with project managers, accounting, and operations teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Develop dashboards and reports to provide actionable insights to senior management and stakeholders.
• Support investment analysis, feasibility studies, and capital allocation decisions for new development projects.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, corporate policies, and internal controls.
• Assist in presentations to investors, lenders, and executive leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred).
• 5–8 years of experience in FP&A, preferably in real estate development, construction, or property investment.
• Strong financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, ERP systems, and financial reporting tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Yardi).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Real Estate Project Finance
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Financial Modeling & Valuation
• KPI Tracking & Reporting
• Investment & Feasibility Analysis
• ERP & Reporting Tools

Overview

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

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.

• 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.

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

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.

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