Job Description

Financial Controller (Onsite - Full Ownership Role)

Location:

Onsite - UAE

Reports to:

CEO

Department:

Finance

Type:

Full-Time | Senior Leadership

Role Overview

This is

not

a passive "review from a distance" position.

You'll be physically embedded with the team, leading the month-end close, reviewing and approving all journal entries, enforcing financial discipline, and making sure no number leaves the finance department unchecked.



If the numbers don't add up -- you know why.

If a deadline is at risk -- you're already ahead of it. If a risk exists -- you flag it and fix it.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Control & Reporting

Lead and own the

monthly close

process from start to finish



Review and approve all journal entries and reconciliations (banks, payment processors,

intercompany, etc.)





Maintain and enforce the

Chart of Accounts

and posting discipline



Deliver monthly P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements with full supporting schedules



Ensure all entries are fully documented and audit-ready



Identify and escalate financial risks to the CEO with clear, data-backed reporting

Statutory, Audit & Tax

Oversee VAT, payroll tax, and corporate tax preparation and filings



Coordinate with external auditors to ensure a smooth year-end process



Prepare statutory financial statements and ensure compliance with UAE and international accounting standards

Treasury & Payments

Oversee payment review and approval workflows



Monitor and report on weekly cash positions, with full reconciliation detail



Liaise with banks and payment partners to support operational finance

Team & Cross-Functional Leadership

Work closely with the Finance Manager, Senior Accountant, and other teams



Review output for accuracy and compliance, providing corrective feedback



Maintain and strengthen internal control processes



Present monthly red/yellow/green finance health status to the CEO

Why Onsite Matters

You'll be onsite to:





Review and verify source documentation



Lead real-time close meetings and approvals



Collaborate closely with operational and finance teams



Maintain complete visibility and control over processes

The Right Candidate Can...

Instantly explain our financial position and close status



Present audit-ready schedules without last-minute scrambling



Spot and resolve discrepancies before they reach leadership



Build stronger processes when weaknesses are found

Success in This Role Means...

Month-end close is

on time, accurate, and complete

Financial reports are

clear, consistent, and actionable

No unexplained entries or missing reconciliations



Finance operations run smoothly because expectations and controls are clear



Leadership trusts your numbers -- and your judgment

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA/CA preferred)



Minimum

8 years

in accounting or financial control



At least

2 years

as a Controller or final reviewer



Mastery of

GAAP or IFRS

Experience in:



Multi-entity accounting



Revenue recognition



Tax compliance (VAT, payroll tax, statutory)



Internal controls and reconciliations



Proficiency in ERPs such as Zoho Books, Xero, or NetSuite



Fluent English communication skills -- written and verbal



Strong discipline in documentation and audit preparation

Bonus Experience

Worked in

SaaS, eLearning, or fintech

environments



Built or cleaned up close processes in scaling businesses



Liaised directly with regulators or compliance teams



Experience with UAE tax systems and cross-border operations

How to Apply

Send your CV and a short note covering:





Where you've led or owned the month-end close process



An example of a financial issue you caught early and resolved



* Your most-used accounting system -- and one you'd never use again