Finance & Investment Manager

Role Summary

The Finance & Investment Manager will be responsible for leading the Group’s financial strategy, taxation compliance, investment analysis, treasury management, and internal financial controls.

This is a senior strategic role above the Assistant Manager – Accounts & Finance position and will supervise and guide the finance department while maintaining oversight across subsidiaries and new ventures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Financial Strategy, Reporting & Planning

• Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the Group and subsidiaries under IFRS.

• Develop short-term and long-term financial plans (6-month, 1-year, 3-year projections).

• Conduct financial analysis, KPI tracking, and variance reporting.

• Identify financial trends, risks, and opportunities.

• Prepare financial reports for Board and Chairman-level review.

• Lead annual budgeting process and rolling forecast monitoring.

• Ensure proper consolidation across all Group entities.

2. Cash Flow & Treasury Management

• Prepare and monitor 12-month cash flow forecasts across subsidiaries.

• Optimize working capital cycles.

• Oversee receivables and payables discipline.

• Manage banking relationships and negotiate credit facilities.

• Structure funding strategies for expansion and operations.

• Identify alternative financing solutions (bank loans, investors, partnerships).

3. Investment & Business Growth Strategy

• Conduct feasibility studies for acquisitions, joint ventures, and expansions.

• Perform due diligence and financial risk assessments.

• Develop detailed financial models (Buy vs Build, IRR, NPV, ROI analysis).

• Conduct valuation analysis for mergers, acquisitions, and divestments.

• Provide strategic recommendations on restructuring or liquidation of underperforming units.

• Conduct industry and market financial research to identify new opportunities.

4. Taxation & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure accurate and timely filing with UAE Federal Tax Authority (VAT, Corporate Tax, Excise where applicable).

• Liaise with external tax advisors and auditors.

• Maintain updated knowledge of UAE tax regulations and compliance requirements.

• Develop tax-efficient structuring strategies.

• Manage tax audits and documentation.

• Monitor tax exposure across subsidiaries and related entities.

5. Accounting Oversight & Internal Controls

• Supervise the Assistant Manager – Accounts & Finance and accounting team.

• Oversee general ledger, AR, AP, payroll (WPS), and reconciliations.

• Lead external audits and implement corrective actions.

• Establish and enhance internal controls to prevent fraud and financial mismanagement.

• Monitor fixed assets, inventory, and insurance coverage.

• Ensure compliance with UAE corporate laws and accounting standards.

6. Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate financial risks (liquidity, FX exposure, credit risk, operational risk).

• Ensure proper insurance coverage (professional liability, staff, asset insurance).

• Conduct periodic financial health reviews.

7. Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestments

• Lead financial evaluation for mergers and acquisitions.

• Prepare structured due diligence reports.

• Support transaction structuring and negotiation from financial perspective.

• Recommend optimal timing and strategy for investments and exits.

8. Financial Systems & Automation

• Evaluate and implement ERP and MIS systems.

• Improve financial reporting automation.

• Ensure secure and efficient financial software management.

• Coordinate with IT regarding financial system infrastructure.

9. Stakeholder & Banking Relations

• Maintain relationships with banks, investors, and financial institutions.

• Negotiate credit lines and financial facilities.

• Manage partner/shareholder reporting and capital contribution tracking.

10. Leadership & Department Development

• Mentor and supervise finance team.

• Build financial discipline across the organization.

• Establish financial governance standards.

• Participate in hiring and structuring finance department growth.

Skills & Qualifications Required

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.

• CPA / ACCA / CMA / CFA (preferred).

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in finance, accounting, and investment analysis.

• Experience in M&A, valuation, financial modeling, and strategic planning.

• Strong knowledge of UAE financial regulations, IFRS, VAT, Corporate Tax.

• Experience handling FTA audits and tax compliance.

• Strong ERP and financial modeling proficiency.

• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED17,000.00 - AED22,000.00 per month

Experience:

• Finance & Investment Managment: 8 years (Preferred)