Job Description

We are recruiting for a strategic and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a global manufacturing business. This role plays a key part in supporting the regional business with strong financial stewardship, driving business performance, and ensuring compliance.
Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Lead the Finance team in delivering accurate and timely reporting

• Ensure compliance with IFRS, local regulations, and Group policies

• Oversee budgeting and forecasting cycles

• Provide financial reports and respond to internal information requests

Business Partnering

• Collaborate with the site management team to drive profitability and business growth

• Support GM and management team with results analysis and business reviews

• Enable the commercial team with pricing, customer onboarding, and collections

• Work closely with Operations for cost, variance, and efficiency analysis

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure local and Group compliance across financial operations

• Uphold internal controls and identify areas for improvement

• Mitigate risks in collaboration with key stakeholders

• Manage audits and ensure ethical standards are met

Treasury & Secretarial

• Deliver accurate cash flow forecasting and manage working capital

• Handle banking, insurance, and company secretarial matters

• Ensure adherence to Group Treasury policies

To play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategyOpportunity to gain exposure across commercial and operational finance functions

• Qualified Accountant (CA, ACCA, CPA) with at least 8 years' post-graduate experience

• Degree in Accounting or related field

• Minimum 15 years' experience with recent years as Financial Controller in a manufacturing MNC

• Strong background in costing, manufacturing finance, audit, tax, and treasury

• Familiarity with IFRS and UAE financial regulations / UAE experience is mandatory

• Experience with Hyperion/Cognos is highly desirable

• Proven leadership and business partnering experience

• Excellent communication, influencing, and organisational skills

Our client is a global leader in specialist manufacturing, with operations across Europe, America, and Asia. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, they provide tailored solutions to clients in over 100 countries. The business has a presence in the UAE through a manufacturing site and regional office, playing a pivotal role in supporting the Group's global operations.

• Opportunity to lead the finance function of a global business in the UAE

• Dynamic and multicultural working environment

• Attractive salary and benefits package

• Key strategic role with direct exposure to regional and global stakeholders

Skills Required