General Manager Finance- Dubai

Position: General Manager Finance

Department: Finance

Location: Dubai

Qualification & Experience :CA with 8 years of experience.

Reporting to - AVP- FP&A

Team Size: 2-3 professionals

Looking for Indian Nationality currently based at Dubai and CA Qualified(8+ Years)

Please share profile on mukesh@careerist.in

Summary / Key Responsibilities:

The incumbent will play a critical role to steer business to sharp path of growth by leading in analytics to drive

top line growth, improve margins and improve cash flow. The incumbent will also be responsible for accurate

& on time Long range plans (LRP) , budgeting & forecasting pricing of new & existing projects/products and

review of financial performance & profitability, Evaluation of Business cases for New product development or

product extension for each market. To be responsible for presenting management report on projection &

variance in revenue, operating cost and Income.

This role will also be responsible for Finance controller for Dubai based entities, and will manage international

accounting, taxation (including UAE direct and indirect taxes), and consolidation. The role will lead Global

transfer pricing, global audits, IFRS accounting, cash flow management, local statutory compliances, entity

accounting, treasury, banking relationships, Oversee Dubai payroll processing, provisioning, and controlling.

The role involves developing tax planning strategies, managing global statutory projections (including P&L , cash flow and balance sheets) and consolidation, and liaising with regional controllers on taxation and flow matters.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in international accounting, FP&A, excellent analytical skills, and

the ability to work effectively in a global environment. The incumbent should have experience of working in

Dubai and understanding of all UAE

KEY FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES

International Accounting, Taxation & Transfer Pricing

• Lead global accounting operations, including entity-level reporting, intercompany reconciliations, and statutory consolidation under IFRS and UAE laws.
• Ensure compliance with direct and indirect tax regulations across jurisdictions, including UAE, India, and the U.S.
• Develop and maintain transfer pricing documentation, contracts, and strategies in alignment with OECD guidelines.
• Liaise with external advisors and legal teams to ensure robust tax planning and audit readiness.
• Monitor global tax law changes and assess their impact on business operations and profitability.

Cash Flow, Treasury & Banking

• Oversee global cash flow forecasting, variance analysis, and liquidity planning.
• Collaborate with treasury teams to manage FX risk, hedging strategies, and optimize cash deployment.
• Maintain strong banking relationships, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance with banking regulations.
• Drive strategies to improve working capital efficiency across receivables, inventory, and payables.

Statutory Compliance & Governance

• Ensure timely filing of statutory financials and tax returns across all operating geographies.
• Liaise with local authorities and auditors to resolve compliance queries and ensure audit closure.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of local accounting standards and implement tax optimization strategies.
• Develop and enforce global finance governance calendars, internal controls, and SOP adherence.

Corporate Policy & Contract Validation

• Own and update corporate policies including Delegation of Authority, travel, and contract signing protocols.
• Validate business contracts with vendors, customers, and banks to safeguard company interests.
• Provide training and guidance to teams on policy compliance and documentation standards.

Controlling, Provisioning & Month-End Close

• Lead month-end close processes across regions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports with regional controllers.
• Manage provisioning and latest estimates (LE), including balance-to-go and forecast accuracy.
• Conduct variance analysis and recommend cost control measures across functions.

Global FP&A & Business Partnering

• Deliver monthly/quarterly business scorecards with actionable insights in both local and reporting currencies- In dashboards as agreed.
• Analyze P&L variances vs. plan, LE, and prior year by market, product, and customer.
• Restructure and upgrade MIS systems for entity, SKU, and BU profitability aligned with financials.
• Establish rolling forecasts for P&L and cash flow with >95% accuracy.
• Partner with HODs to review overheads and ensure budget discipline.

Strategic Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting :

• Lead annual budgeting and LE processes across revenue, P&L, CAPEX, and cash flow.
• Consolidate budgets and present to CFO, Business Finance Head, and President.
• Support long-range planning (LRP) and scenario modeling with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure budgeting rules and SOPs are followed across geographies.

Finance Transformation & Automation:

• Benchmark financial metrics and define glide paths to best-in-class performance.
• Lead cost-saving initiatives across functions and geographies.
• Drive automation through ERP enhancements, dashboarding, and data analytics.
• Conduct portfolio reviews to identify pricing, mix, and COGS optimization opportunities.