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FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
CATEGORY
Non Faculty Vacancies
COLLEGE
Departments
DEPARTMENT
Finance Department
JOB PURPOSE
As a Financial Controller To be responsible for ensuring the absolute integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the University’s financial operations. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, the role provides strategic oversight across all core finance functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, General Ledger, Tax, and Financial Planning and Analysis.
MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES & EXPECTATIONS
Strategic Financial Oversight & Section Coordination
1. Identify process gaps and inefficiencies across sections, coordinating corrective actions with Heads of Sections to ensure smooth interdepartmental workflows with IT, Procurement, and FMPD.
2. Support the Director of Finance in achieving departmental KPIs by gathering data, preparing progress reports, and implementing approved action plans.
Governance, Policy Compliance & Risk Management
3. Assist in developing and updating fiscal management policies and procedures, ensuring full alignment with IFRS, UAE regulations, and industry best practices.
3. Assist in developing and updating fiscal management policies and procedures, ensuring full alignment with IFRS, UAE regulations, and industry best practices.
4. Conduct periodic awareness and training sessions for staff to ensure consistent application of UoS financial policies and procedures.
Financial Reporting, Audit & Tax Compliance
5. Monitor monthly and annual closing activities, leading the preparation of the trial balance, year-end schedules, and annual financial statements.
6. Ensure full compliance with UAE Tax laws (VAT and Corporate Tax) by reviewing filings, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
Operational Control & Transactional Review
7. Review and approve payment batches, AP invoices, and authorize high-value journal vouchers exceeding AED 1 million.
8. Engage with internal profit-generating units (e.g., Medical Clinics, Research Centers) to review their revenue processes and internal controls.
Process Improvement & Stakeholder Relations
9. Drive digital transformation by supporting ERP (Oracle Fusion) enhancements and automation initiatives in collaboration with IT and external consultants.
10. Provide consultative assistance to Deans, Directors, and other university entities regarding the interpretation of budget information and financial policies.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to prepare professional documents, in both Arabic and English.
- Excellent working knowledge of personal computer applications with an emphasis on MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, and Teams.
- Hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion ERP and advanced data visualization tools like Power BI.
- Ability to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial operations across GL, Fixed Assets, and Tax.
- Expert-level understanding of UAE financial laws and international accounting standards to mitigate institutional risk.
- Proficiency in high-level financial modelling, budget monitoring, and performance analysis.
- Capability to lead diverse finance sections and coordinate with external units like IT, Procurement, and Academic Departments.
- High attention to detail in reviewing high-value transactions and complex reconciliations.
- Proactive identification of gaps in internal controls and the ability to implement corrective governance actions.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant discipline.
- A professional qualification as a chartered accountant or qualified member of an accountancy body (e.g. CPA, CMA, ACCA, CIMA, ICAS, etc.).
- An MBA or a master’s degree in Finance will add an advantage.
- 10-12 years of UAE experience in a similar role, preferably in higher education institutions.
- Priority is to UAE Nationals.
JOB LOCATION
University of Sharjah (Main)
JOB CRITERIA
GENDER
, Female, Male,
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree/higher diploma
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
10
LIVING IN UAE
Open for all
NATIONALITY
, All,
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