finance controller

Alaan

<div><p><b>About Alaan</b></p><p><b>
Alaan is the Middle East&rsquo;s first AI-powered spend management platform, built to help businesses save time and money.</b><br>
Our all-in-one solution combines smart corporate cards, real-time expense tracking, AI-powered automation, seamless accounting integrations, and deep financial insights- designed to simplify finance operations and maximize control over company spend.</p><p>
Founded in 2022, Alaan is already the trusted partner of over 2000 leading businesses across the UAE and KSA, including G42, Careem, McDonald&rsquo;s, Tabby, Al Barari, Rove Hotels, Rivoli, and CarSwitch. Together, our customers have saved over AED 100 million with Alaan.</p><p>
In just three years, Alaan has become the #1 expense management platform in the Middle East- and we&rsquo;ve done it while becoming profitable.</p><p>
Alaan is also backed by Y Combinator and top global investors, including Peak XV (formerly Sequoia India &amp; SEA), and built by a world-class team with experience from McKinsey, BCG, Goldman Sachs, Careem, Rippling, and other high-growth companies. This creates an environment where employees learn from top-tier talent while building at startup speed.</p><p>
We&rsquo;re not just building software. We&rsquo;re reimagining how finance works for modern businesses across the region.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Financial Reporting, Consolidation &amp; Compliance</b></h3><ul><li>
Own and manage <b>monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes</b> for all legal entities across UAE, KSA, India, and Singapore.<br>
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Prepare <b>standalone and consolidated financial statements</b> in accordance with <b>IFRS</b> and applicable local accounting standards.<br>
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Manage <b>group consolidations</b>, including <b>intercompany accounting, eliminations, reconciliations, and transfer pricing support</b>.<br>
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Lead <b>statutory audits</b> across all jurisdictions and act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, and consultants.<br>
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Ensure full compliance with country-specific regulatory and tax requirements, including:<br>
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UAE:</b> VAT filings, Corporate Tax compliance, ESR where applicable<br>
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KSA:</b> ZATCA regulations, VAT filings, Zakat / Corporate Income Tax<br>
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India:</b> GST filings, TDS, statutory audits, Companies Act requirements<br>
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Singapore:</b> GST filings, corporate income tax, ACRA statutory filings<br>
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Oversee all <b>statutory filings, regulatory submissions, and local financial statements</b> in each jurisdiction.<br>
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Develop and maintain <b>board- and investor-ready consolidated reporting packs</b>, including commentary and key financial insights.</li></ul><p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Financial Operations &amp; Internal Controls</b></h3><ul><li>
Design, implement, and continuously enhance <b>internal control frameworks, financial policies, and SOPs</b> across all entities.<br>
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Oversee <b>Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Treasury, and Banking operations</b> across multiple countries.<br>
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Manage <b>multi-currency cash flow forecasting</b>, liquidity planning, and <b>working capital optimization</b>.<br>
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Coordinate and supervise <b>local finance teams, outsourced accountants, and payroll providers</b> in each jurisdiction.<br>
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Lead the <b>implementation, optimization, and governance of ERP and financial systems</b> supporting multi-entity operations (e.g., NetSuite, Xero, QuickBooks).<br>
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Ensure appropriate <b>revenue recognition policies</b> aligned with <b>fintech / SaaS business models</b> under IFRS.<br>
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Manage <b>foreign exchange exposure</b>, intercompany settlements, and cross-border fund flows.</li></ul><p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Strategic Finance, Planning &amp; Analysis</b></h3><ul><li>
Partner closely with senior leadership on <b>annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial planning</b>.<br>
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Provide <b>actionable financial analysis</b> to support strategic initiatives, market expansion, and operational decision-making.<br>
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Develop, track, and report on <b>key financial KPIs, unit economics, and profitability metrics</b>.<br>
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Support <b>pricing strategy, margin analysis, and product-level profitability assessments</b>.<br>
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Drive <b>month-end variance analysis</b>, identify trends, and clearly communicate financial performance to stakeholders.</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What We&rsquo;re Looking For</b></h2><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Required Qualifications</b></h3><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in <b>Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline</b>.<br>
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CA, CPA, ACCA, or CMA</b> qualification strongly preferred.<br>
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5+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience</b>, with at least <b>3 years in a Controller or senior finance leadership role</b>.<br>
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Strong command of <b>IFRS</b>, financial reporting, and consolidation.<br>
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Proven experience with <b>multi-jurisdiction regulatory and tax compliance</b> (UAE, KSA, India, and/or Singapore experience highly desirable).<br>
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Hands-on experience managing <b>intercompany accounting, consolidations, and transfer pricing coordination</b>.<br>
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Experience with <b>ERP and accounting systems</b> such as NetSuite, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar.<br>
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Demonstrated ability to <b>build, scale, and professionalize finance operations</b> in high-growth environments.</li></ul><p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Preferred Experience</b></h3><ul><li>
Background in <b>fintech, SaaS, payments, or technology-enabled financial services</b>.<br>
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Experience working in <b>venture-backed startups or fast-scaling companies</b>.<br>
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Prior experience at a <b>Big 4 accounting firm</b> or top-tier finance organization.<br>
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Strong exposure to <b>multi-entity, multi-currency accounting environments</b>.<br>
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Experience supporting <b>fundraising, due diligence, and investor reporting</b>.</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Skills &amp; Competencies</b></h2><ul><li>
Exceptional <b>attention to detail</b> and commitment to accuracy and compliance.<br>
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Strong <b>analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking</b> capabilities.<br>
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Excellent <b>communication and stakeholder-management skills</b>, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear insights.<br>
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Self-driven, adaptable, and comfortable operating in <b>fast-paced, ambiguous environments</b>.<br>
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Process-oriented mindset with a passion for <b>building scalable, repeatable systems</b>.<br>
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High standards of <b>integrity, governance, and ethical financial practices</b>.</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Why Join Alaan?</b></h2><ul><li><b>
Impact:</b> Play a central role in shaping the financial backbone of the region&rsquo;s leading spend management platform.<br>
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Growth:</b> Join a profitable, high-growth company backed by world-class investors.<br>
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Team:</b> Collaborate with professionals from McKinsey, BCG, Goldman Sachs, and leading global tech firms.<br>
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Innovation:</b> Help reimagine how modern businesses manage and control spending.<br>
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Culture:</b> Be part of a high-performance, collaborative environment focused on excellence and continuous learning.</li></ul></div>

Finance Controller

Al Mana Ventures WLL

<ul><li>The financial controller will oversee the preparation and analysis of financial statements, ensure compliance with accounting standards and manage financial reporting processes.</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting, monitoring financial performance, supervise overall</li></ul><p>Accounting operations and ensures accuracy in financial records to support audit&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Manage and optimize company cash flow and internal controls of company assets</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p>

Finance Controller/ Finance Manager

SYSTRA

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SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.</div><div>
For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.</div>
Context:
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The Finance Internal Controller plays a critical role in ensuring the financial integrity and compliance of SYSTRA across its global operations. This position is responsible for developing and implementing internal control measures, assessing risks, and ensuring the effectiveness of financial processes. The Finance Internal Controller is also involved in training and guiding finance teams to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to internal controls and compliance.</div>
Missions/Main Duties:
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Internal Control Review:</b></div><ul><li>
Conduct regular reviews of Internal Control tool controls to assess the company's financial processes, transactions, and compliance with relevant regulations and policies.</li><li>
Prepare comprehensive feedback for stakeholders.</li><li>
Conduct periodic assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend adjustments as necessary.</li></ul><div><b>
Internal Control Implementation:</b></div><ul><li>
Develop and implement robust internal control procedures and policies to safeguard company assets, prevent fraud, and ensure accuracy of financial data.</li><li>
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed internal controls into daily operations.</li><li>
Identify areas of improvement and recommend corrective actions to address deficiencies.</li></ul><div><b>
Internal Control Tool Implementation:</b></div><ul><li>
Participate in the implementation of the company tool and ensure it proper utilization over the Group entities.</li></ul><div><b>
Training and Guidance:</b></div><ul><li>
Provide training and guidance to finance and operational teams on internal control policies, procedures, and best practices.</li><li>
Foster a culture of compliance and ethical conduct throughout the organization.</li></ul><div><b>
Risk Assessment:</b></div><ul><li>
Evaluate financial and operational risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.</li><li>
Continuously monitor changes in regulatory requirements and industry best practices to ensure compliance.</li></ul>
Profile/Skills:
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Internal Control, Audit or Finance, Accounting, or any other related field.</li><li>
3/4 years of experience minimum required, preferably in internal control or audit field</li><li>
Proven experience in internal control, audit, or compliance roles within a multinational company.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of audit methodology, and best practices.</li><li>
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural and fast-paced environment.</li><li>
Strong project management and leadership skills.</li></ul>
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Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.</div></div>

Finance Internal Controller

Autopoint spare parts

<p><b>About Us:</b><br/>Auto point Spare Parts is a growing automotive parts business focused on accuracy, strong systems, and professional operations. We are looking for a reliable, process-driven Accounts Officer to manage our daily financial operations and ensure smooth supplier and cash control.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Supplier reconciliation and statement matching</li><li>Tracking cheques, cash, and bank deposits</li><li>Managing utility bills and recurring payments</li><li>Posting and maintaining records in accounting software (Zoho Books preferred)</li><li>Preparing payment summaries for management approval</li><li>Supporting stock reconciliation and inventory control</li></ul><p><b>Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>2&ndash;5 years of accounting or finance experience</li><li>Strong reconciliation and follow-up skills</li><li>Experience with accounting software (Zoho Books is a plus)</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Process-oriented mindset and professional work ethic</li></ul><p><b>What We Offer:</b></p><ul><li>Stable role in a growing business</li><li>Clear systems and structured workflows</li><li>Opportunity to learn and grow with the company</li></ul><p><b>How to Apply:</b><br/>Send your CV to: +97450328168, yasir@autopointspareparts.com<br/>Subject line: <i>Accounts Officer Application</i></p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: QAR2,000.00 - QAR2,500.00 per month</p><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Accountant: 2 years (Preferred)</li></ul>

Accounts Officer / Finance Controller

Al Taraf Trading LLC

<p>Taraf Group is seeking a highly experienced Commercial Finance &amp; Cost Controller to oversee financial strategy, pricing, and profitability across a growing portfolio of hospitality and product brands including specialty coffee, roastery, dessert concepts, and modern F&amp;B experiences.</p><p>This is a strategic leadership role for a finance professional who understands operations, menu engineering, integrators, and product pricing &mdash; not traditional accounting only.</p><p>About The Role</p><p>You will work directly with the founder to build financial structure across brands such as:</p><ul><li>Akiro</li><li>Pull</li><li>Unfolded</li><li>ChillCha Matcha</li><li>Berry Roastery</li><li>Taraf product lines &amp; future concepts</li></ul><p>Your mission is to transform financial data into smart business decisions, improve margins, and support expansion.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Commercial Finance &amp; Strategy</p><ul><li>Build group dashboards showing brand performance, profitability, and sales channels.</li><li>Analyze dine-in, delivery platforms (Talabat, Noon, etc.), and web sales performance.</li><li>Support financial planning for new concepts, kiosks, and product launches.</li></ul><p>Food Costing &amp; Menu Engineering</p><ul><li>Manage recipe costing and pricing across multiple brands.</li><li>Identify high-waste ingredients and low-margin products.</li><li>Recommend pricing adjustments based on cost trends and commissions.</li></ul><p>Roastery &amp; Product Pricing (Berry)</p><ul><li>Develop pricing structures for coffee beans, matcha, and retail products.</li><li>Monitor web store profitability and wholesale margins.</li><li>Calculate roasting, packaging, and logistics costs.</li></ul><p>Supplier &amp; Purchasing Optimization</p><ul><li>Compare supplier quotations and negotiate pricing improvements.</li><li>Build centralized purchasing strategies across brands.</li></ul><p>VAT &amp; Tax Coordination</p><ul><li>Oversee VAT processes and ensure compliance across entities.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors.</li></ul><p>Executive Reporting</p><ul><li>Deliver weekly owner dashboards including:</li><li>Net profit per brand</li><li>Integrator performance</li><li>Cashflow forecast</li><li>Waste and inventory insights</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Proven experience in F&amp;B, coffee, hospitality, or retail finance.</li><li>Strong understanding of food costing, menu engineering, and inventory control.</li><li>Experience with POS systems and delivery platform reporting.</li><li>Advanced Excel / financial modeling skills.</li><li>Strategic thinker with operational awareness.</li><li>UAE VAT knowledge preferred.</li></ul><p>What We&rsquo;re Building</p><p>Taraf Group is expanding into specialty coffee, roastery products, modern dessert concepts, and innovative F&amp;B experiences. We are looking for someone who wants to grow with a founder-driven group and help shape the financial backbone of multiple brands.</p><p>Position Level</p><p>Senior / Managerial &mdash; reporting directly to Founder.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: AED4,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month</p>

Group Commercial Finance & Cost Controller (F&B & Retail)

<div><div><div><div><div>Requisition ID: 24092
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Job Category: Finance &amp; Control
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Career level: Professional
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Contract type: Permanent
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Location:
Pune, IN
</div></div></div></div><div>Dear Colleagues,</div><br>
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We are in the process of identifying a suitable candidate for the role of <b>Purchase and Logistics Controller &ndash; ISEA</b> position. This position will be at level 4A based in Pune and will report to Finance and Controlling, Finance and Controlling.</div><br>
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About SKF
</b></div><div>SKF started its operations in India in 1923. Today, SKF provides through its five technology-centric platforms: bearings and units, seals solutions and services. Over the years the company has evolved from manufacturing company to a knowledge-driven engineering company sustainable and competitive business excellence.</div><br>
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 </div><div>SKF's solutions provide sustainable ways for companies across the sectors to achieve breakthroughs in friction reduction, energy efficiency and reliability. With a strong commitment to research-based innovation value-added solutions that integrate all its five technology platforms. About the organization: www.skf.com/in</div><br>
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</div><div>SKF Purpose Statement
</div><div>Together, we re-imagine rotation for a better tomorrow.
</div><div>By creating intelligent and clean solutions for people and the planet</div><br>
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Job Title: </b>Logistics and Purchase Controller &ndash; India and South-East Asia</div>
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Reports To: </b>Operations Controller &ndash; India and South-East Asia</div>
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Role Type: </b>Team Handling</div>
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Location: </b>Pune</div>
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<p>A Supply Chain Finance role leading the Controlling &amp; Reporting activities to support financial planning, analysis and decision-making across India and South-East Asia Operations for SKF India (Industrial). This role bridges finance and operations, ensuring that supply chain activities align with business objectives and deliver cost efficiency for Logistics, Purchase and Demand Chain (L&amp;DC) for Domestic and Imported manufactured Products.</p>
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<li><b> Profile of the job holder/key requirements</b></li>
</ul><ul><li>CA / CA- Inter / ICWA / MBA in Finance with 7 to 10 years of post-qualification experience. Diploma in Inventory and Warehouse management; Supply Chain Finance; Data Analytics would be an added advantage.</li>
<li>Hands-on experience in Financial Planning and Global reporting</li>
<li>Strong working experience on MS Office and good understanding of finance systems (mainly SAP ERP)</li>
<li>Good communication skills, verbal and written</li>
<li>Strong collaboration with stakeholders across Cross Functional Teams</li>
<li>Ability to independently handle / manage day-to-day tasks</li>
</ul><ul><li><b>Key Responsibilities</b></li>
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<p><b>An individual contributor role to manage day-to-day Controlling and Reporting Responsibilities of all Logistics, Purchase &amp; Demand Chain activities in line with India and Corporate (Group) requirements.</b></p>
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Controlling Responsibilities
</b></div><ul><li>Partner with L&amp;DC, Purchase and Operations teams to provide financial insights and recommendations</li>
<li>Responsible for driving cost efficiency and cost savings projects within L&amp;DC environment.</li>
<li>Monitor inventory, logistics and procurement expenses to identify opportunities for optimization.
</li><li>Provide clear insights into various cost drivers and continuously monitor to ensure overall cost is minimized.
</li><li>Develop and maintain cost models, budgets and forecasts for L&amp;DC units and work with various stakeholders to minimize costs
</li><li>Develop an accurate cost re-charge mechanism to various business units
</li><li>Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies and internal controls</li>
<li><b>Controlling Governance</b> - Respond to queries from Group and other stakeholders and provide timely and accurate information</li>
<li><b>Cost Project Validation &amp; Controls</b> - Streamline activities and work on improvement projects in line with required KPIs</li></ul><br>
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Accounting and Reporting Responsibilities</b></div>
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<li><b>Financial Reporting</b> - Lead the month-end activities related to financial reviews, accruals and data submission to Finance Accounting teams.
</li><li><b>Data Analysis and Expense Validation </b>- Responsible for driving data validation, timely processing of all Expenses /Purchase requisitions</li>
<li><b>Cost Bucketing and Apportionment</b> - Timely and accurate allocation of all costs; Share information to all stakeholders within Business units and factories</li>
<li><b>Periodic Reporting </b>- Update specified modules in SKF systems, both monthly and periodic modules as per the India and Group timelines
</li><li><b>MIS Ownership</b> - Support the L&amp;DC and Purchase teams including Factory warehouses/DCs, in all necessary activities and provide related data as required from time to time</li></ul><br>
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<li><b> Key interfaces
</b></li></ul><ul><li>L&amp;DC Team</li>
<li>Purchase Team</li>
<li>Factory Operations Team</li>
<li>Controlling and Finance</li></ul><br>
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Interested candidate/s can share their resume to Supriya.Joshi@skf.com</p></div><p></p>

Logistics and Purchase Controller - ISEA

SARENS

<div><p><b>Analytical &ndash; Precise &ndash; Reliable</b><br>
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As Financial Controller in Cairo, Egypt, you&rsquo;ll take ownership of cost control and financial accuracy across our project portfolio. You&rsquo;ll prepare budgets, forecasts, and cost reports, track expenditures in detail in line with group standards and legal requirements. Working side‑by‑side with procurement and project teams, you&rsquo;ll help identify cost‑saving opportunities and translate data into clear insights. Your work will give management the visibility they need to steer performance and strengthen results.<br>
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<b>Join the force behind #NOTHING TOO HEAVY, NOTHING TOO HIGH</b></p><p><b><br>
Responsibilities:</b></p><div><b><br>
</b><br>
<ul><li>Prepare cost reports, variance analysis, and reliable forecasts.</li><li>Track and control expenditures against budget and estimates.</li><li>Collaborate with accounting, procurement and project teams to verify and validate costs.</li><li>Identify cost‑saving opportunities and support implementation.</li><li>Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and accounting standards.</li><li>Maintain accurate cost‑related data in ERP and financial systems.</li><li>Support audit and financial review processes.</li></ul><br>
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<p><b>ABOUT YOU</b>
</p>
<p>You&rsquo;re detail‑oriented, analytical, and thrive where <b>precision meets impact</b>. You bring strong financial skills, a proactive mindset, and the confidence to navigate complex, industrial project environments. You&rsquo;re ready to own your numbers, challenge assumptions, and help Team Blue rise to every challenge.<br>
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<b>Requirements:</b></p><br>
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3-5 years of experience in cost control, ideally in construction, heavy industry as a Finance Manager</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field<br>
</li><li>
Solid knowledge of Egypt Tax legislation</li><li>
Strong analytical and financial modelling skills</li><li>
Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems</li><li>
High accuracy, thoroughness, and ability to meet deadlines</li><li>
Good knowledge of English</li><li>
Power BI and D365 experience</li></ul><p><b>
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<p><b>WE OFFER</b></p>
<p>We offer a <b>market conform salary according to the seniority in the position</b>, complemented by Sarens&rsquo; global learning culture, strong safety focus, and opportunities to grow your career in a truly international, family‑owned engineering group.</p><p>
Join Team Blue and help move what the world thought was impossible.</p></div>

Jnr Financial Controller

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