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Umami Comms DMCC

We are seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations of our agency and internal departments under. Reporting directly to the CFO, this mid-senior leadership role focuses on FP&A, financial reporting, business partnering and compliance, ensuring accuracy and clarity across all financial processes. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic, multi-stakeholder environments and can transform data into strategy.
 
Key Responsibilities.
• Manage finance team execution of month-end closing, review accounting entries, and ensure timely reporting. • Prepare and analyze P&L statements for the entire agency & internal departments. • Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting cycles. • Monitor performance metrics, margins, and internal KPIs. • Ensure VAT and corporate tax compliance. • Develop management reports and dashboards for HODs and CFO. • Oversee internal financial controls and drive process improvement. • Provide insights to guide agency-level financial decision-making.
 
Requirements.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Finance Manager capacity. • Proficiency in Xero and advanced Excel skills. • Strong understanding of UAE VAT, corporate tax, and compliance frameworks. • Exceptional analytical and communication skills. • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline; certifications like ACCA, CPA, or CMA are an advantage. • Experience in B2B services (PR, Creative, Marketing, or professional service agencies preferred).
 
Competencies.
• Analytical mindset with strategic financial perspective. • Strong leadership and team management ability. • Accuracy, accountability, and process orientation. • Confidence in presenting reports and insights to leadership. • Adaptable to multi-entity reporting environments and growth transitions.
 
Career Growth.
This role is designed as a critical steppingstone towards Agency CFO responsibilities. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to shape the financial structure and performance management framework of the entire agency and its brands.

Finance Manager

Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist in developing and managing social media content calendars, ensuring consistent brand voice and messaging.</li><li>Collaborate with account managers, designers, and other stakeholders to deliver engaging social initiatives.</li><li>Implement, schedule, and track posts using relevant platforms and tools.</li><li>Monitor campaign performance, provide basic analytics reports, and offer actionable recommendations.</li><li>Participate in ideation sessions, contributing fresh, creative ideas for client campaigns.</li><li>Manage time effectively to meet multiple project deadlines.</li><li>Engage in day-to-day project management to maintain workflow efficiency.</li><li>Support in liaising with the right team members and stakeholders during content calendar development.</li></ul>

Junior Social Media Executive

roject implementation<ul><li>Develop and execute public relations/media strategies for our clients in the F&B sector and ensure communication strategy is consistent and reflects each client’s strategic vision</li><li>Manage the implementation of PR plans, including press conferences, media briefings, analyst meetings, and media tours</li><li>Contribute to the design of and execute media relations campaigns</li></ul>Media outreach<ul><li>Pitch consumer and trade media, deliver placements, and ensure flawless story follow-through</li><li>Work with external parties such as media, journalists, influencers, clients, agencies, and brands for partnerships</li><li>Identify and create original stories to build brand reputation and pitch to media</li><li>Assist clients in writing news releases, media invites, Q&As, features, bios, and other communication material</li><li>Support media events with planning, organization, and on-ground execution</li><li>Prepare clients for interviews with media brief documents, interview prep, and media training</li></ul>Editorial<ul><li>Draft PR materials, including press releases, backgrounders, pitch letters, and other documents</li><li>Oversee the writing of junior-level staffers</li></ul>Research<ul><li>Conduct research, including internet searches, third-party and media audits</li><li>Identify key opinion leaders (KOLs)</li><li>Evaluate and analyse information and data, developing succinct, accurate summaries and insights</li></ul>Account management<ul><li>Ensure timely delivery of projects</li><li>Oversee daily monitoring, including editing daily reports</li><li>Participate in client plan presentations</li><li>Manage specific projects that are part of larger campaigns</li><li>Supervise junior staff to ensure balanced workload and successful delivery</li><li>Provide strong leadership, manage and motivate a team of juniors toward objectives</li><li>Own client relationships on specific projects</li><li>Maintain day-to-day contact with the client on assigned accounts</li></ul>F&B sector expertise<ul><li>Build and maintain positive relationships with F&B experts, tastemakers, clients, prospects, and media</li><li>Establish credibility and grow awareness through thought-leader engagement</li></ul>

Senior PR Account Executive (SAE)

We’re Hiring!
 


Are you a dynamic PR professional with a passion for storytelling and strong media relationships? Do you love working with F&B brands and thrive in a creative, fast-paced environment? If you have experience in PR agencies and are looking to take the next step in your career, this role is for you!
 
At Umami Comms, we are looking for a PR Account Executive to support our team in executing PR campaigns, managing media relations, and delivering outstanding results for our clients.
 
What We’re Looking For:
<ul><li>1–2 years of PR agency experience, preferably working with F&B, hospitality, or lifestyle brands.</li><li>Strong media and influencer relations skills, with an understanding of the regional PR landscape.</li><li>A strong affinity for the F&B industry.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a knack for story-telling and pitching (English is a must; Arabic is a plus!).</li><li>A creative thinker with a proactive attitude and impeccable organizational skills.</li><li>Proven ability to craft engaging press releases, pitches, and content.</li></ul>
 
What You’ll Do:
<ul><li>Execute strategic PR campaigns tailored to client needs and goals.</li><li>Assist in managing client accounts, supporting senior team members in executing PR campaigns.</li><li>Build relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers to secure media coverage.</li><li>Craft compelling PR materials, including press releases, pitches, and client features.</li><li>Monitor industry trends, media opportunities, and competitor activity.</li><li>Help organize and coordinate press events, influencer activations, and media briefings.</li><li>Collaborate with creative and digital teams to deliver cohesive and integrated marketing communications strategies.</li></ul>
Why Join Us?
 
At Umami Comms, we’re a fast-growing, creative PR agency with a passion for F&B and hospitality. Our team is dynamic, innovative, and people-first, offering you the chance to grow and work on exciting brand campaigns.
 
Ready to Launch Your PR Career?
Send us your CV and portfolio! We’d love to hear from emerging PR professionals who are eager to make an impact.


 



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PR Account Executive

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