Job Description

About Us

Cyberdrone is a leading creative drone show company based in the UAE. With a dynamic team of 50 professionals, we deliver unforgettable experiences for our clients. We are in an exciting phase of global expansion, with a holding company and two subsidiaries in the UAE (Mainland and Freezone) and new operations launching in Brazil and the Czech Republic. We are looking for a financial leader to join our team and help build the financial backbone for our next stage of growth.

The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated, hands-on, and strategic

Finance Manager

to own our company's end-to-end financial operations. This is a unique "full-spectrum" role. You will be responsible for managing day-to-day financial processing (payroll, invoicing, expenses) while also providing senior-level strategic guidance to leadership.


The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who is comfortable managing operational details while simultaneously building financial models for our new international entities. You will be the central point of contact for all finance-related matters, guiding department heads on budgeting and ensuring our global operations are built on a scalable and compliant financial foundation.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Payroll (60%)

Payroll:

Manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process for all UAE staff (approx. 45 employees) and international freelancers, ensuring timely and accurate transfers.

Expense Management:

Oversee and process employee expense claims, including overtime calculations, fuel reimbursements, and food allowances, ensuring compliance with company policy.

Accounts Receivable (A/R):

Issue all client invoices accurately and in a timely manner.

Collections:

Actively manage accounts receivable, performing dunning (collections) and following up on overdue payments to ensure healthy cash flow.

Accounts Payable (A/P):

Manage supplier payments and execute all necessary bank transfers.

Strategic Finance & Leadership (30%)

Budgeting & Forecasting:

Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

Develop and maintain financial forecasts and "what-if" scenarios for our expanding worldwide operations (UAE, Brazil, Czech Republic).

Financial Control & Profitability:

Oversee project profitability and sales pricing, ensuring all projects meet targeted margins. Provide guidance to the Sales department on pricing strategies and profit optimization.

Leadership:

Act as the finance leader for the company, guiding and educating department heads on financial discipline, budgeting, and a P&L-ownership mindset.

Reporting:

Liaise with our external accountants to ensure all bookkeeping is accurate and management reports are delivered on time for leadership review.

Banking & Compliance (10%)

Bank Relations:

Serve as the primary point of contact for all banking partners (local & international).

Local Compliance:

Liaise with UAE local authorities (e.g., DED, Freezone) for trade license renewals and other administrative requirements.

Requirements & Qualifications

Must-Haves:

Experience:

5-7+ years of progressive experience in a finance role.

UAE Experience:

Must have proven experience with UAE mainland and freezone financial operations, including WPS payroll, UAE banking systems, and managing trade license renewals.

International Finance:

Experience managing finances for multi-entity or multi-country operations (understanding of foreign currency, inter-company transactions).

Full-Spectrum Skills:

Demonstrated ability to be both hands-on (managing payroll, invoicing) and strategic (building forecasts, budgeting).

Tech-Savvy:

Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (for financial modeling) and experience with accounting software (e.g., Xero, Zoho Books, QuickBooks).

Attitude:

A proactive, "roll-up-your-sleeves" mentality suited for a fast-paced, 45-person company environment.

Communication:

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills, with the confidence to advise senior leadership.

Nice-to-Haves:

SME/Startup Experience:

Previous experience in an SME or startup is a significant advantage.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

Certifications:

Professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CMA, CPA) is a plus but not required if experience is strong.

What we offer:

Competitive salary House rent allowance Commuting allowance 24 vacation days + Public Holidays Flight ticket to home (max. 3000 aed) per year 3 months probationary period Medical insurance Official UAE residency/work visa



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