Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Operations & Reporting

Oversee

monthly, quarterly, and annual closings

for both UAE and African entities--ensure IFRS compliance and alignment of P&L and Balance Sheet records. Prepare consolidated

management reports

, financial dashboards, and insights for executive decision-making. Implement and manage

financial automation

tools like Power BI or Dynamics reporting modules.

2. Taxation & Regulatory Compliance

Manage

VAT filings

, customs duties, and tax submissions for UAE business (within Free Zone context) Coordinate with African entity for local tax filings, compliance with withholding taxes, excise duties, and double taxation agreements.

3. System Implementation & Automation

Lead deployment and optimization of

Microsoft Dynamics

for accounting, inventory, and reporting automation. Drive integration with other systems (procurement, sales, distribution) to streamline data flows and reduce manual reconciliation.

4. P&L & Balance Sheet Oversight

Monitor cost center performance, gross and net margin trends, and inventory valuation (especially relevant in alcohol distribution/retail). Conduct variance analysis and recommend corrective actions for improving profitability.

5. Audit & Compliance Management

Coordinate and support

internal and external audits

for both entities, ensuring timely delivery of schedules and clean audit reports (e.g., no qualifications) Maintain strong internal controls, review policies, and ensure regulatory adherence across jurisdictions.

6. Cross-functional Collaboration & Strategy

Partner with procurement, operations, logistics, and commercial teams on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives. Provide financial guidance on pricing strategies, import/export cost optimization, and channel effectiveness (wholesale vs. retail) in African markets.

Qualifications & Experience

Professional Qualification:

Chartered Accountant (CA).

Experience:

Minimum

5 years post-qualification

, with at least

1 years in UAE

Free Zone environments Proven experience in the

FMCG

,

alcohol, beverage, or F&B industry

, especially within a Free Zone context (import/export, regulated goods). Exposure to African tax regimes and cross-border financial operations.

Software Expertise:

Hands-on with

Microsoft Dynamics, Tally

(D365 Finance & Operations) for ERP and financial automation.

Technical Skills:

Strong command of

African tax systems

(imports, excise duties, withholding tax, VAT where applicable) and

UAE taxation

(VAT, corporate tax, customs duty in Free Zones) Proficient in

financial reporting

, specifically

P&L statements

,

balance sheets

, variance analysis, and

management reporting

. Advanced skills in

Excel

, with experience in automation tools (e.g., Power BI, Power Automate) to streamline reporting workflows.

Education:

Bachelor's or Master's in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED10,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

Do you have experience in the FMCG, alcohol, beverage, or F&B industry? Do you have experience working in JAFZA? * Do you have knowledge of an African Tax system?