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Our client is a global solar energy organization providing leading edge technology solutions across a diverse range of residential and commercial sectors.

As part of their growth, we are hiring a UAE experienced financial controller to join their Dubai team. Dubai.

The role will lead the strategic business and financial planning to formulate the maximum ROI on investments and operational costs whilst achieving cost optimization, revenue growth objectives and delivering operational excellence.

Role Summary

• Provide strategic financial insights and analysis to support decision-making, mitigate risks and areas of operational improvement to optimize revenue and profit.

• Financial reporting and business intelligence \xe2\x80\x93 prepare comprehensive board financial and management reports.

• Strategic business planning & forecasting \xe2\x80\x93 develop and manage the budgeting and forecasting process including Annual Operating Plans; liquidity forecasting;

• Prepare and conduct risk assessments; design and implement of internal controls to mitigate risks, improve operational efficiencies, reduce costs and increase profitability.

• Establish robust automated financial processes, policies and systems.

• Business review meetings \xe2\x80\x93 lead monthly business review meetings with functional heads and business leaders to discuss financial insights and performance.

• Conduct feasibility studies of proposed investments and projects and provide recommendations on investment decisions.

• Treasury and cash flow management

• Develop performance drivers, scorecards and KPIs to measure business performance and variances.

• Build strong relationships with banking partners and financial institutions.

• Lead internal and external audits.

Mandatory Skills & Experience

• 10 \xe2\x80\x93 15 years post qualification experience with 5 years\xe2\x80\x99 mid-level finance management specializing in strategy and business planning, financial modeling, cash flow management and profit optimization.

• Working knowledge of IFRS and UAE corporate income tax reporting.

• UAE driving license is a strong advantage.

Education

• Chartered Accountant (ACA) or CFA is mandatory

Candidate Profile

• Currently living in the United Arab Emirates \xe2\x80\x93 must be able to live and work in Dubai.

• Fluent in English.

• Strategic thinker with the gravitas to become a trusted advisor and strategic business partner.

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