finance director

Sony Music Entertainment

<div></div><div><div>Finance</div><div></div><div>
Dubai</div></div>
<br><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>As the Finance Director, you will act as a key partner to the Managing Director and regional leadership, driving investment decisions across artists, catalog, partnerships, and acquisitions, while ensuring best-in-class financial governance and operational excellence.</div>
<p>
You will be responsible for the overall finance operations, analytics, reporting, budget preparation and M&amp;A execution.</p>
<p>
You will manage and control overall accounting and reporting systems ensuring compliance with local Accounting Policy, Financial regulations and Governing policies.</p><br>
<p></p>
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What you'll do:</b></h2>
<div><i>
Strategic Finance &amp; Business Partnering</i></div>
<ul><li>Act as strategic finance partner to the Managing Director and functional heads, providing financial insights to drive growth, profitability and risk mitigation.</li><li>Lead short-term and long-term financial planning aligned to business strategy.</li><li>Evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, acquisitions, artist/content investments and new business initiatives through financial modelling and ROI analysis.</li><li>Develop and track KPIs aligned to revenue streams (catalogue, frontline, licensing, digital, physical, etc.).</li><li>Drive margin improvement initiatives and cost optimization programs.</li></ul>
<p><i>
Financial Planning and analysis</i></p>
<ul><li>Own the annual operating plans and budgets.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate reporting and closures of annual budgeting while maintaining budget ownership with the department and business leaders.</li><li>Work closely with MD and CFO-Finance in driving optimal performance for the business, monitoring budgets and developing financial projections.</li><li>Oversee and advise the month end accounting and monthly forecasts for all associated cost of business.</li></ul>
<p><i>
General Ledger, reporting &amp; Audits</i></p>
<ul><li>Oversee all processes related to compiling and submitting standard notes to financial statements for parent company reporting.</li><li>Oversee all processes related to preparation of executive and external reporting.</li><li>Prepare, review and distribute statutory filings and shareholder reports.</li><li>Govern audit relations, determine controls framework and consistently update tax and statutory audits on emerging changes in business operations.</li><li>Financial dashboard and regular reporting to the management.</li><li>Holding board meetings and do necessary filings in compliance with the local law.</li><li>Cash flow reporting &amp; monitoring.</li><li>Partner with global and regional finance to align with company reporting standards.</li><li>Work closely with Legal to align commercial terms with financial reporting.</li></ul>
<p><i>
Accounts Payable &amp; Taxation</i></p>
<ul><li>Payment processing as per the Authority matrix.</li><li>VAT and other local regulatory Compliance.</li><li>Review and validate tax liability accounts, calculate tax adjustments or provisions, prepare and post tax journal entries.</li><li>Fixed asset accounting.</li><li>Royalty reporting and accounting.</li></ul>
<p><i>
Accounts Receivable</i></p>
<ul><li>Revenue recognition in line with the policy.</li><li>Perform revenue mix and AR analysis, analyze customer balances and AR aging, review potential doubtful receivables and bad debt reserves.</li><li>Review collections worklist, follow-up with customers based on policies and procedures.</li><li>Calculate and record bad debt reserves.</li></ul>
<p><i>
Admin and Office Operations</i></p>
<ul><li>Oversee administrative operations including facilities, vendor management, office compliance, maintenance, service contracts and insurance.</li><li>Lead vendor negotiations to optimize cost structures.</li><li>Ensure contract repository and documentation governance.</li><li>Oversee payroll, employee reimbursements, employee insurance related matter and related compliance.</li></ul><br>
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Who You Are:</b></h2>
<div><i>
Technical/Functional</i></div>
<ul><li>Education Qualification/Background: CPA/ CA/ equivalent finance degree.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Preferred Industry (or specific exposure): Multinational, media, entertainment, content acquisition companies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Relevant Work Experience (years): 10-12 years.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Exposure to M&amp;A transactions, deal structuring and investment analysis preferred.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Knowledge of IFRS and accounting policies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Knowledge of VAT and Dubai local law compliances.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience of working on commercial deals, joint ventures / mergers / acquisitions related commercial and governing roles.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Business &amp; Commercial acumen.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent presentation skills with an ability to translate financial data into clear commercial insights for seniors, including speaking to the trends and major drivers of the activity.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience of handling Audit processes.</li></ul>
<ul><li>JV structuring and partnership modelling.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Public accounting experience a plus.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><i>
Behavioral</i></p>
<ul><li>Collaborative leadership style, build trust across creative and commercial teams, assisting others when required.</li></ul>
<ul><li>High ownership mindset with ability to influence senior stakeholders and challenge constructively.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Structured, organized and execution driven.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Closure-oriented, multitasking approach and ability to operate in a lean, fast-moving environment.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Discretion in handling confidential information.</li></ul>
<ul><li>High urgency and bias for action, moves fast without sacrificing quality.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
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What we give you:</b></h2>
<ul><li>You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to fuel the creative journey.</li></ul>
<ul><li>A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork.</li></ul>
<ul><li>We invest in your professional growth &amp; development.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Equal Opportunities</b><br>
<br>
As an active part of a culturally and socially diverse society, Sony Music&rsquo;s aim is that our workforce is diverse and inclusive. Sony Music is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.<br>
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We employ, retain, promote and otherwise treat all employees and job applicants according to their merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We apply this policy without regard to any individual&rsquo;s sex, race, religion, origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition or disability.<br>
<br>
<b>Privacy Policy</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

Finance Director

Sony Music Global Job Board

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>As the Finance Director, you will act as a key partner to the Managing Director and regional leadership, driving investment decisions across artists, catalog, partnerships, and acquisitions, while ensuring best-in-class financial governance and operational excellence.</p>
<p>
You will be responsible for the overall finance operations, analytics, reporting, budget preparation and M&amp;A execution.</p>
<p>
You will manage and control overall accounting and reporting systems ensuring compliance with local Accounting Policy, Financial regulations and Governing policies.</p><br>
<p></p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What you'll do:</b></h2>
<p><i>
Strategic Finance &amp; Business Partnering</i></p>
<ul><li>Act as strategic finance partner to the Managing Director and functional heads, providing financial insights to drive growth, profitability and risk mitigation.</li><li>Lead short-term and long-term financial planning aligned to business strategy.</li><li>Evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, acquisitions, artist/content investments and new business initiatives through financial modelling and ROI analysis.</li><li>Develop and track KPIs aligned to revenue streams (catalogue, frontline, licensing, digital, physical, etc.).</li><li>Drive margin improvement initiatives and cost optimization programs.</li></ul>
<p><i>
Financial Planning and analysis</i></p>
<ul><li>Own the annual operating plans and budgets.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate reporting and closures of annual budgeting while maintaining budget ownership with the department and business leaders.</li><li>Work closely with MD and CFO-Finance in driving optimal performance for the business, monitoring budgets and developing financial projections.</li><li>Oversee and advise the month end accounting and monthly forecasts for all associated cost of business.</li></ul>
<p><i>
General Ledger, reporting &amp; Audits</i></p>
<ul><li>Oversee all processes related to compiling and submitting standard notes to financial statements for parent company reporting.</li><li>Oversee all processes related to preparation of executive and external reporting.</li><li>Prepare, review and distribute statutory filings and shareholder reports.</li><li>Govern audit relations, determine controls framework and consistently update tax and statutory audits on emerging changes in business operations.</li><li>Financial dashboard and regular reporting to the management.</li><li>Holding board meetings and do necessary filings in compliance with the local law.</li><li>Cash flow reporting &amp; monitoring.</li><li>Partner with global and regional finance to align with company reporting standards.</li><li>Work closely with Legal to align commercial terms with financial reporting.</li></ul>
<p><i>
Accounts Payable &amp; Taxation</i></p>
<ul><li>Payment processing as per the Authority matrix.</li><li>VAT and other local regulatory Compliance.</li><li>Review and validate tax liability accounts, calculate tax adjustments or provisions, prepare and post tax journal entries.</li><li>Fixed asset accounting.</li><li>Royalty reporting and accounting.</li></ul>
<p><i>
Accounts Receivable</i></p>
<ul><li>Revenue recognition in line with the policy.</li><li>Perform revenue mix and AR analysis, analyze customer balances and AR aging, review potential doubtful receivables and bad debt reserves.</li><li>Review collections worklist, follow-up with customers based on policies and procedures.</li><li>Calculate and record bad debt reserves.</li></ul>
<p><i>
Admin and Office Operations</i></p>
<ul><li>Oversee administrative operations including facilities, vendor management, office compliance, maintenance, service contracts and insurance.</li><li>Lead vendor negotiations to optimize cost structures.</li><li>Ensure contract repository and documentation governance.</li><li>Oversee payroll, employee reimbursements, employee insurance related matter and related compliance.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Who You Are:</b></h2>
<p><i>
Technical/Functional</i></p>
<ul><li>Education Qualification/Background: CPA/ CA/ equivalent finance degree.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Preferred Industry (or specific exposure): Multinational, media, entertainment, content acquisition companies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Relevant Work Experience (years): 10-12 years.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Exposure to M&amp;A transactions, deal structuring and investment analysis preferred.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Knowledge of IFRS and accounting policies.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Knowledge of VAT and Dubai local law compliances.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience of working on commercial deals, joint ventures / mergers / acquisitions related commercial and governing roles.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Business &amp; Commercial acumen.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent presentation skills with an ability to translate financial data into clear commercial insights for seniors, including speaking to the trends and major drivers of the activity.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience of handling Audit processes.</li></ul>
<ul><li>JV structuring and partnership modelling.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Public accounting experience a plus.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><i>
Behavioral</i></p>
<ul><li>Collaborative leadership style, build trust across creative and commercial teams, assisting others when required.</li></ul>
<ul><li>High ownership mindset with ability to influence senior stakeholders and challenge constructively.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Structured, organized and execution driven.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Closure-oriented, multitasking approach and ability to operate in a lean, fast-moving environment.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Discretion in handling confidential information.</li></ul>
<ul><li>High urgency and bias for action, moves fast without sacrificing quality.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What we give you:</b></h2>
<ul><li>You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to fuel the creative journey.</li></ul>
<ul><li>A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork.</li></ul>
<ul><li>We invest in your professional growth &amp; development.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Equal Opportunities</b><br>
<br>
As an active part of a culturally and socially diverse society, Sony Music's aim is that our workforce is diverse and inclusive. Sony Music is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.<br>
<br>
We employ, retain, promote and otherwise treat all employees and job applicants according to their merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We apply this policy without regard to any individual's sex, race, religion, origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition or disability.<br>
<br>
<b>Privacy Policy</b><br>
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Please click here to read our privacy policy before beginning the application process as you will need to agree to the terms of the policy before submitting your information.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

KEO International Consultants

<div>Overview:
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KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration &ndash; through conceptualization &ndash; to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments.</div><div></div><div><br>
For over 60 years we&rsquo;ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world&rsquo;s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.</div><div></div><div><br>
As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 57th largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2025 WA100 Survey.</div><div></div><div><br>
We invite you to join us. Why?</div><div></div><div><br>
When you join KEO, you&rsquo;ll discover more than just a job &ndash; you&rsquo;ll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits, you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards, mentoring and coaching programs and extensive in-house on demand learning courses.</div><div></div><div><br>
Our newest opportunity is for a talented <b>Director &ndash; Sustainable Finance Advisory</b> to join our award-winning team based in<b> </b><b>Dubai, UAE.</b></div><br>
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Responsibilities:
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The Director, Sustainable Finance Advisory, is accountable for establishing and growing KEO&rsquo;s green and sustainable finance advisory service line across the GCC and Europe. The role leads mandate origination, client engagement, and service delivery across sustainable finance frameworks, climate risk, and regulatory transition services. This is a revenue-generating, client-facing position with full commercial accountability for the service line from day one, bring deep technical expertise and established market relationships in sustainable finance, having led or operated within ESG or sustainable finance functions at a bank, development finance institution, or leading consultancy. The individual is recognised in the GCC market, operates with commercial independence, and can originate and close mandates without hand-holding. This role is the commercial engine of the service line and is critical to achieving annual targets.</div><br>
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Originate, pitch, and close sustainable finance mandates independently across the GCC and European markets. Take full commercial accountability for annual revenue targets .</li><li>
Develop and deliver sustainable finance frameworks (green bonds, social bonds, sustainability-linked loans), PRB roadmaps, GRESB advisory, climate risk diagnostics, net-zero transition plans, and EU Taxonomy/CSRD advisory for banks, developers, and asset owners.'s full service offerings to the market and coordinate and cooperate with other Divisional Leaders to ensure services that are unique to the Sustainability division are proactively offered to all markets.
</li><li>Build and maintain senior client relationships with banks, DFIs, real estate developers, and infrastructure owners across the GCC and Europe. Leverage existing network to accelerate mandate pipeline.</li><li>
Work closely with Advisory/ESG teams and Director, Sustainability to ensure service line integration, business development and joint bidding across KEO&rsquo;s wider sustainability practice.
</li><li>Up-to-date knowledge of GCC and European regulatory developments (CBUAE Sustainable Finance Framework, UAE SCA, Saudi CMA ESG rules, EU Taxonomy, SFDR, CSRD) and translate these into actionable advisory propositions and client content.</li><li>
Manage and mentor the Departmental staff. Define workflow, quality standards, and delivery processes for the team.</li><li>
Report monthly to MD and Director, Sustainability on pipeline, mandate status, revenue tracking, and market intelligence.</li><li>
Embrace, display and promote KEO values and contribute to the wider Sustainability &amp; Environment division&rsquo;s culture and standards.</li><li>
Achieve annual revenue targets and maintain strong pipeline for sustainable revenue and client retention.</li><li>
Ensure all client engagements are documented, scoped, and managed to KEO quality standards, including sub-consultant coordination where required.</li><li>
Work with KEO&rsquo;s Executive and Divisional leadership to integrate sustainable finance advisory into cross-practice bids and client proposals.</li><li>
May perform other duties.</li><li>
Plan workload and ensure adequate utilization across the team. Prepares and delivers performance appraisals. Identifies training needs and supports professional development. Works with HR on team growth as the service line scales.</li></ul><div>
Deep technical knowledge of sustainable finance instruments and frameworks (green bonds, SLLs, PRB, GRESB, TCFD/ISSB, IFRS S1/S2, EU Taxonomy, SFDR, CSRD, SBTi). Commercial acumen and ability to originate, structure, and close advisory mandates independently. Excellent client-facing and presentation skills; credible at C-suite and board level. Established network within GCC banking, real estate, and infrastructure sectors. Strong written communication skills &mdash; able to produce compelling proposals, frameworks, and client deliverables.</div><div><br>
</div>Qualifications:
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To be successful in this position, you will be professionally qualified with<b> 15 or more years</b> of experience in the field with progressive levels of responsibility.</div><div>
in sustainable finance, ESG advisory, or a closely related field within financial services or capital markets advisory. Demonstrable experience leading or operating within a sustainable finance or ESG function at a bank, DFI, or Tier 1 consultancy. Track record of structuring and delivering green bonds, SLLs, sustainability frameworks, or equivalent instruments for financial institutions or corporate clients. GCC market experience and established client relationships are essential. European market knowledge is a strong advantage.</div><div></div><div><br>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Familiarity with ESG data platforms (MSCI, Bloomberg ESG, Sustainalytics) is an advantage.</div><div></div><p><br>
KEO&rsquo;s performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety, and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its contribution to client success wherever we work.</p><p>
We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.</p></div>

Director - Sustainable Finance Advisory

tashkeel

<p>Position: Head of Finance &amp; Strategy</p><p>Reporting To: Founder / Director of Operations &amp; Commercial Strategy<br/>Location: Dubai<br/>Salary: Competitive + performance-based bonus linked to financial targets</p><p>Role Overview</p><p>Tashkeel is seeking a Head of Finance &amp; Strategy to lead financial planning, performance management, and revenue structuring across Tashkeel and Tasmeem Tashkeel.</p><p>This is not a traditional finance role. It is a business-critical position focused on driving financial clarity, accountability, and growth across multiple revenue streams including consultancy, design, production, retail, workshops, exhibitions, and F&amp;B collaborations.</p><p>The role requires a commercially minded individual who can translate numbers into decisions, implement structured financial systems, and ensure that each department operates with clear targets aligned to overall business objectives.</p><p>You will work closely with leadership to build a financially disciplined organization, ensuring that all projects, departments, and initiatives contribute effectively to revenue and profitability targets.</p><p>Core Responsibilities</p><p>1. Financial Strategy &amp; Business Planning</p><ul><li>Define and implement financial strategy across Tashkeel and Tasmeem Tashkeel</li><li>Translate annual revenue goals into clear monthly and departmental targets</li><li>Develop financial models to support decision-making across projects, expansions, and new initiatives</li><li>Advise leadership on profitability, cost structures, and investment decisions</li><li>Identify financial risks and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations</li></ul><p>2. Revenue Tracking &amp; Performance Management</p><ul><li>Build and oversee real-time financial tracking systems aligned with Zoho and internal workflows</li><li>Monitor performance across all departments including:</li><li>Consultancy and design projects</li><li>Production and fabrication</li><li>Retail and product sales</li><li>Workshops and programs</li><li>Events and collaborations</li><li>Establish department-level KPIs and ensure accountability</li><li>Conduct regular performance reviews with department heads</li><li>Identify underperforming areas and implement corrective strategies</li></ul><p>3. Budgeting, Forecasting &amp; Reporting</p><ul><li>Lead the development of annual budgets and rolling forecasts</li><li>Track actual performance against forecasts and adjust strategies accordingly</li><li>Deliver clear, structured financial reports to leadership, including:</li><li>Revenue breakdowns</li><li>Profitability per project and department</li><li>Cash flow analysis</li><li>Ensure all financial data is accurate, timely, and actionable</li></ul><p>4. Project Profitability &amp; Cost Control</p><p>Work closely with the Director of Operations &amp; Commercial Strategy, Project Manager, and Tasmeem Tashkeel design team to:</p><ul><li>Evaluate project budgets before approval</li><li>Track project profitability in real time</li><li>Ensure pricing reflects actual costs and required margins</li><li>Align commercial strategy with operational execution across all projects</li></ul><p>Implement systems to ensure:</p><ul><li>No project proceeds without full financial clarity</li><li>Margins are protected, monitored, and improved over time</li><li>Cost structures are transparent across materials, production, staffing, and external suppliers</li></ul><p>Analyze and continuously optimize cost efficiency while maintaining quality and delivery standards across Tashkeel and Tasmeem Tashkeel outputs.</p><p>5. Departmental Target Setting &amp; Accountability</p><ul><li>Define financial targets per department and revenue stream</li><li>Align targets with business objectives and team capacity</li><li>Create a culture of financial ownership across teams</li><li>Support department heads in understanding and improving their financial performance</li><li>Work closely with Business Development and Marketing teams to align sales targets with financial goals</li></ul><p>6. Systems &amp; Process Implementation</p><ul><li>Optimize the use of Zoho to ensure all projects and financial data are properly tracked</li><li>Ensure every project is logged, monitored, and financially evaluated</li><li>Implement structured workflows linking:</li><li>Project initiation &rarr; budgeting &rarr; execution &rarr; profitability review</li><li>Establish standard financial procedures across the organization</li></ul><p>7. Cross-Functional Collaboration</p><ul><li>Work closely with:</li><li>General Manager</li><li>Director of Operations &amp; Commercial Strategy</li><li>Project Manager</li><li>Business Development team</li><li>Marketing team</li><li>Accounts team</li><li>Ensure all departments are aligned with financial objectives and performance expectations</li></ul><p>Qualifications &amp; Experience</p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (Master&rsquo;s or MBA preferred)</li><li>8&ndash;12 years of experience in finance, strategy, or commercial roles</li><li>Experience in multi-revenue stream businesses such as:</li><li>Creative consultancies</li><li>Design studios</li><li>Hospitality groups</li><li>Proven experience in financial planning, business performance management, and forecasting</li><li>Strong understanding of the UAE business environment</li></ul><p>Key Skills</p><ul><li>Strong commercial and strategic thinking</li><li>Ability to translate financial data into business decisions</li><li>Advanced financial modeling and forecasting</li><li>High level of organization and attention to detail</li><li>Strong communication skills across creative and operational teams</li><li>Ability to build and implement systems, not just manage them</li></ul><p>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)</p><ul><li>Achievement of overall monthly and annual revenue targets</li><li>Accuracy and effectiveness of financial forecasting</li><li>Improvement in project and departmental profitability</li><li>Implementation and adoption of financial tracking systems (Zoho)</li><li>Reduction of inefficiencies and cost leakages</li><li>Clarity, consistency, and usability of financial reporting</li></ul><p>Pay: AED12,000.00 - AED18,000.00 per month</p><p>Ability to commute/relocate:</p><ul><li>Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Financial Manager: 5 years (Required)</li><li>Financial Advisor: 3 years (Required)</li></ul><p>Language:</p><ul><li>English (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Head of Finance & Strategy

Emerson

<div><p><b>Job Summary
</b></p><p>If you are a <b>Senior Finance Manager </b>professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, this role offers the chance to lead a critical finance function for Emerson&rsquo;s Headquarters in Dubai and the Central Region, covering the UAE and Oman. In this highly visible role, you will partner with regional and business leadership to deliver high ‑ quality financial insights, ensure strong governance, and support strategic decision ‑ making across Emerson. Reporting to the Regional Finance Director, you will have broad exposure across financial reporting, planning, treasury, and statutory compliance while contributing to continuous improvement and regional growth initiatives.
</p><p><b>In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
</b></p><ul><li>Act as a trusted finance partner to Business Units, Functions, and regional teams by delivering clear financial insights, analysis, and recommendations that support operational and strategic decisions
</li><li>Analyse financial performance by business unit and country, identifying key trends, drivers, risks, and opportunities to improve profitability and support sustainable growth
</li><li>Partner closely with regional leadership to provide proactive financial guidance for both day ‑ to ‑ day operations and longer ‑ term strategic planning
</li><li>Take end ‑ to ‑ end financial ownership of UAE legal entities, ensuring accurate financial statements, consistent application of accounting policies, and strong internal controls in line with Emerson standards
</li><li>Lead statutory reporting activities and coordinate with Emerson Accounting &amp; Reporting, external auditors, and internal audit teams to ensure timely completion of annual audits with full compliance
</li><li>Own and manage Local In ‑ Country Value (ICV) plans for the UAE, ensuring alignment with local regulatory requirements and Emerson processes
</li><li>Prepare, consolidate, and co ‑ own rolling forecasts, financial plans, and annual budgets in line with the Emerson planning calendar
</li><li>Manage banking relationships, including signatory administration, online approvals, bank facility renewals, cash pooling, liquidity reporting, and trade finance activities
</li><li>Lead and support ad ‑ hoc financial projects and cross ‑ functional initiatives as required by regional finance leadership
</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems, and reporting by promoting standardisation, automation, and efficiency
</li><li>Support integration activities related to acquisitions and organisational changes across the World Area
</li><li>Build and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including regional leadership, Business Units, shared service teams in Manila and Pune, and HR to support payroll, incentive plans, and employee settlements
</li></ul><p><b>Who You Are:
</b></p><p>You consistently deliver accurate and timely outcomes, even when information is evolving, by applying sound judgement and a structured approach. You work effectively across functions, cultures, and geographies, building trust and collaboration at all levels of the organisation. You are comfortable assessing business and market opportunities from both a financial and commercial perspective, translating complex data into clear insights that inform decision ‑ making. You balance attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities, adapting quickly while maintaining a strong focus on quality and results.
</p><p><b>For This Role, You Will Need:
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance, or an equivalent field
</li><li>Professional accounting qualification such as CA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent
</li><li>Strong knowledge of accounting fundamentals and financial reporting standards
</li><li>A minimum of 10 years of experience in US GAAP and IFRS reporting
</li><li>A minimum of 10 years of experience in a managerial role within a finance function in a large or complex organisation
</li><li>Experience working with Oracle or similar ERP systems and Hyperion Financial Management or equivalent tools
</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, work to tight deadlines, and deliver results in a dynamic environment
</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
</b></p><ul><li>Experience with large data sets, advanced reporting, or visualisation tools such as Power BI
</li><li>Well ‑ developed interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in diverse, multicultural environments
</li><li>Ability to navigate and build networks within a global, multi ‑ layered organisation to gather information and drive alignment
</li></ul><p><b>Our Culture and Commitment To You
</b></p><p>At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives&mdash;because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
</p><p>We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family&rsquo;s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide, medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
</p><p>Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.</p></div>
<br><div><p><b>WHY EMERSON
</b></p><p><b>Our Commitment to Our People
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Senior Finance Manager

shipa

<div><b>Job Brief:
</b><p><i>As the Finance Executive you will support the team to handle the financial operations for three companies: Shipa Freight Solution LLC, KSK Logistics LLC, and Boxit4me Inc. Your role will be to ensure financial accuracy, manage reporting, and lead key financial processes, including our annual audit.</i></p><p></p>
Your Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Oversee and manage the accounts for two UAE-based companies, Shipa Freight Solution LLC and KSK Logistics LLC, and one US-based company, Boxit4me Inc.</li><li>
Conduct comprehensive reviews of company accounts and supervise complex accounting entries.</li><li>
Prepare and present accurate financial reports to senior management.</li><li>
Coordinate financial activities and transactions with other Shipa entities.</li><li>
Review and reconcile intercompany transactions.</li><li>
Supervise banking transactions and manage cash flow.</li><li>
Lead the annual audit process and serve as the main point of contact for external auditors.</li><li>
Develop and maintain accurate cash flow forecasts.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, particularly in the UAE.</li><li>
Prepare banking operations</li></ul><br>
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Requirements</b><br>
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Your Qualifications:<ul><li>
A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.</li><li>
5 years of progressive experience in a junior management finance or accounting role.</li><li>
Proven experience as accountant.</li></ul><p></p>
Your Proficiencies:<ul><li>
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.</li><li>
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple entities and priorities simultaneously.</li><li>
Ability to work independently.</li><li>
Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.</li><li>
In-depth knowledge of UAE tax laws and regulations.</li><li>
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate with various internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>
Experience in banking operations, domestic and international</li></ul></div>

Junior Accountant

Aurora Digital Technologies

<p><b>Finance Manager</b></p><p><b>Location:</b> Dubai, United Arab Emirates<br/><b>Department:</b> Finance<br/><b>Work format:</b> On-site</p><p><b>The Project</b></p><p>We are building a fast-growing iGaming startup with international ambitions. This is a lean, hands-on environment where finance is expected to be a business function, not a back-office silo. The role comes with real ownership from day one and direct exposure to senior leadership. For the right person, this is a chance to grow with the business into a broader finance leadership role as the company scales.</p><p>This is an on-site position in Dubai. Compensation and package are discussed individually with each candidate. The company can support relocation where required.</p><p><b>The Role</b></p><p>This role is designed as the CFO&rsquo;s right hand.</p><p>You will help run the finance function end to end: management reporting, planning and analysis, finance operations, coordination with external accountants and auditors, treasury support, reporting automation, and process building across the business. We need someone who is comfortable moving between detail and decision-making &mdash; close the month properly, explain the numbers clearly, challenge assumptions, improve tools, and help build a finance function that can scale.</p><p>This is not a narrow reporting role. It is for someone who is equally comfortable with operational discipline, analytical depth, and cross-functional execution.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><p><b>1. Management Reporting and Business Planning</b></p><p>1.1. Own the preparation of monthly management reporting packs for the CFO and senior leadership, including commentary on key financial results, trends, risks, and opportunities.</p><p>1.2. Perform plan-versus-actual and factor analysis of financial results, identifying the underlying drivers of deviations across revenue, margin, bonus costs, payment costs, marketing spend, operating expenses, and EBITDA.</p><p>1.3. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and scenario-planning processes across the business.</p><p>1.4. Maintain and continuously improve the business financial model.</p><p>1.5. Develop tools and methodologies for analyzing the economics of the business across markets, products, channels, promotions and major cost drivers.</p><p>1.6. Maintain and update regular finance reporting templates, KPI frameworks, and reporting forms used by the finance department.</p><p><b>2. Finance Operations, Treasury, and Counterparty Payments</b></p><p>2.1. Coordinate day-to-day finance operations across the project perimeter, including management accounts, reconciliations, close activities, control reviews, and support for statutory reporting.</p><p>2.2. Work with external accountants and advisers on bookkeeping, statutory accounts, tax, VAT, audit, and compliance matters for legal entities across Cyprus, the UAE, and offshore jurisdictions.</p><p>2.3. Support the opening, maintenance, and operational servicing of bank accounts for legal entities within the group structure.</p><p>2.4. Monitor liquidity, cash balances, intercompany positions, and working-capital requirements, escalating risks early and clearly.</p><p>2.5. Control outgoing payments to counterparties, ensuring proper approval flow, documentation, accuracy, and timing.</p><p>2.6. Review and monitor key reconciliations across bank accounts, PSPs, wallets, intercompany balances, and other balance sheet lines.</p><p>2.7. Support finance-related settlement and control processes covering suppliers, consultants, affiliates, revenue-share partners, and other counterparties.</p><p><b>3. Systems, Automation, and Finance Data</b></p><p>3.1. Define business requirements for the IT department for the development of finance and back-office services, including analysis of dashboards, reporting automation, data layers, and finance-supporting risk-management systems.</p><p>3.2. Work with IT and relevant business teams to improve data quality, reporting logic, and the reliability of finance source data across the back office, BI environment, payment systems, and accounting tools.</p><p>3.3. Participate in implementation and improvement of ERP, reporting, BI, and workflow systems used by Finance.</p><p><b>4. Governance, Controls, and Cross-Functional Process Design</b></p><p>4.1. Participate in shaping internal regulations, SOPs, approval matrices, and control procedures for the finance department.</p><p>4.2. Develop and refine operating processes jointly with Operations, Legal, and Risk.</p><p>4.3. Prepare recommendations for management on business performance and operational efficiency improvements</p><p><b>Requirements</b></p><p>1. 5+ years of relevant experience in finance management, FP&amp;A, business control, financial reporting, or similar roles.</p><p>2. Strong experience in management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modelling.</p><p>3. Strong Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets and detailed financial information.</p><p>4. Experience with accounting systems, ERP tools, and BI or reporting platforms.</p><ul><li>Strong stakeholder-management skills and the ability to work directly with CFO-level leadership and department heads.</li></ul><p>6. Fluent English, both written and spoken.</p><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p><p>1. Previous experience in iGaming, sportsbook, fintech, digital payments, or other high-volume online business.</p><p>2. ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CPA, CFA, or equivalent professional qualification.</p><p>3. Experience working across multi-entity and multi-jurisdiction structures.</p><p>4. Experience in finance-reporting automation and finance-systems improvement projects.</p><p>5. Experience with crypto accounting, wallet-flow reporting, digital-asset controls, and related finance processes if the product includes crypto rails.</p><p><b>We Offer</b></p><p>1. A high-trust finance role with real ownership and direct exposure to the CFO.</p><p>2. Clear professional and career growth potential along the business scaling</p><p>3. An on-site role in Dubai with relocation support where required.</p><p>4. Competitive compensation and package discussed individually with each candidate.</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Describe a finance process or reporting workflow you personally improved or automated. What was the problem, what changes did you implement, and what measurable impact did it have?</li></ul><p>Important: AI-generated answers will automatically disqualify the candidate.</p><ul><li>Explain how you would investigate a significant variance between forecasted and actual EBITDA in a high-volume online business. Which key areas would you analyze first and why? Important: AI-generated answers will automatically disqualify the candidate.</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

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