Managing Director Accounting & Controls

Finance, including but not limited to: Accounting & Controls; Financial Systems; Payroll; Purchase to Pay; Record to Report; Corporates Development & Strategic Finance

Applicants are considered based on education, experience relative to the job specifications, demonstrated leadership and overall performance, and other information that may be required.

POSITION REPORTS TO: VP Accounting

POSITION WILL BE DOMICILED IN: Dubai

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Direct a team of managers and professionals that plan, organize, direct, and control the Accounting and Controllership functions for the enterprise. Ensures that the internal control structure related to accounting and financial statement balances are fairly reported.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead a team of professionals and managers including selection, education, development, motivation, providing strategic direction.
• Ensure that all financial data used or released by the corporation, as it relates to the functional areas of responsibility and legal entities is accurate and timely.
• Conducts monthly closing meetings with Accounting and Financial managers to ensure accuracy and complete understanding of monthly results.
• Participates in monthly closing meetings with the regional leadership and Corporate Controller’s team to review results and provide explanations on results as well as any anomalies.
• Oversees statutory audit and regulatory reporting functions to ensure timely completion of audits and regulatory report findings as well as compliance with local standards.
• Participates and/or leads project teams with the goal to improve internal processes, including collaboration with the Enterprise Business Solutions and Data and Technology teams on automation and system solutions.
• Maintains compliance with SEC reporting requirements, US GAAP, Local Country GAAP, and IFRS and Sarbanes-Oxley section 404 (SOX) requirements.
• Develop and maintain systems and processes that improve the internal controls of the corporation and provide periodic internal control certifications.
• Utilize data to pro-actively and objectively monitor and address internal related control concerns and opportunities.
• Establish and maintain a “culture of exceptional compliance” through on-going education, effective relationship building and collaboration with leadership and functional compliance champions.
• Contribute to, develop and execute strategic initiatives as determined by CBS leadership Perform other duties as assigned

Principal responsibilities are those most important or most frequently performed duties. The incumbent will perform other duties as required.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Chartered Accountant (CA) certification or equivalent certifications from accredited accounting institutions in major countries in the world

• Significant related experience in accounting and/or auditing, and contract systems.

• Knowledge of data processing systems, accounting terms, and processes & procedures.

• Exposure to foreign statutory accounting and regulatory reporting requirements.

• Strong management, human relations and communication skills.

• Excellent planning, organizational, and analytical skills.

• Verbal and written fluency in both English and Spanish is preferred.

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience at Manager or higher level.

Abilities Required:

• Ability to effectively persuade, influence and gain consensus with all levels of leadership.
• Motivational and innovative leader with proven ability to challenge status quo.
• Excellent organizational, time management, analytical and project management skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communicator; present information in a simple and concise manner.
• Confident and effective decision making and problem resolution skills.
• Proven collaborator and effective negotiator.
• Ability to identify and utilize appropriate technology.

FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce in which we enforce fair treatment, and provide growth opportunities for everyone.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth or a related medical condition), physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Our Company

FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.

Our Philosophy

The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy, or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people. Our success in the industry is attributed to our people. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company.

Our Culture

Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions, and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure, and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.