senior accountant

financial analyst

financial controller

head of finance

senior cost manager

senior director finance

Calvin James Recruitment

<div>
 <p>
  We are seeking an experienced Head of Finance to lead the financial strategy and operations of a growing organization in Abu Dhabi. This role is critical in guiding financial direction, ensuring long-term sustainability, and driving business performance.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Key Responsibilities:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Develop and execute financial strategies that align with organizational goals.
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring to support executive decision-making.
  </li>
  <li>
   Oversee monthly accounting, reporting, and internal controls to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage working capital, billing, and collections to optimize cash flow.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and safeguard company assets.
  </li>
  <li>
   Drive process improvements, financial transformation, and system enhancements.
  </li>
  <li>
   Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance team.
  </li>
  <li>
   Partner with senior executives, auditors, investors, and regulators to provide insights and influence key business decisions.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Requirements:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (mandatory).
  </li>
  <li>
   Professional certifications such as
   <strong>
    CA, ACCA, CMA, or CFA
   </strong>
   (highly desirable).
  </li>
  <li>
   10&ndash;15 years of progressive finance and accounting experience, with at least 5&ndash;7 years in a senior leadership role (e.g., Finance Director, VP of Finance).
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven track record in strategic financial planning, governance, risk management, and compliance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience leading financial transformation and implementing best practices.
  </li>
  <li>
   Background in multinational or highly regulated industries (healthcare, finance, or manufacturing) is an advantage.
  </li>
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   Strong interpersonal, leadership, and analytical decision-making skills.
  </li>
 </ul>
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Head of Finance

New York University

<div>Position Summary:
<div><b>
UAE Nationals are encouraged to apply.</b></div><div></div><div><br>
New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) seeks to appoint a Senior Finance Manager reporting to the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs.</div><div></div><div><br>
Under the direction of the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs, provides professional financial guidance for all funds within the Provost&rsquo;s jurisdiction. As a senior member of the Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs team, the Senior Finance Manager will support the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs in providing key financial analysis and recommendations aligned to support the strategic focus and mission of the units and divisions under the Provost&rsquo;s Office.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Senior Finance Manager will facilitate all financial activities, not limited to, but including budget planning and associated administrative tasks, to ensure best practices and processes are in place to maximize compliance with all internal and external policies and regulations. The Senior Finance Manager will ensure financial support is available to meet the needs of all stakeholders. The Senior Finance Manager will liaise with all members of the Provost&rsquo;s teams as well as the Vice Provosts, Divisional Deans, Faculty members, Divisional administrative staff as well as the Financial Affairs Team. The Senior Finance Manager may have some supervisory responsibility within the Fiscal Affairs team.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Key Responsibilites:</b></div><div></div><div><i><br>
Financial Management</i></div><ul><li>
Responsible for sound financial operations and coordination of activities in academic fiscal affairs, ensuring these functions are aligned to support the strategic focus &amp; mission of the departments across all funds</li><li>
Is a key resource person offering professional financial guidance to the administrative heads and fosters an excellent working relationship with leadership, faculty, researchers, and the Provost&rsquo;s units at large</li><li>
Provides direction and oversight to the divisions, faculty, and staff for the application of all internal and external financial policies &amp; procedures, ensuring consistency and compliance across all departments</li><li>
Prepares and reviews financial statements with the budget holders to ensure the strategic direction of the units is on track and, when necessary, addresses potential over-expenditure situations</li><li>
Conduct regular analysis of financial metrics, delivering insights and recommendations for improvement</li><li>
Assisting the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs and working closely with the Financial Services Office on ad hoc requests and future financial planning with the Budget &amp; Financial Planning Office</li><li>
Assists with financial data for ad hoc requests and reports from stakeholders within the Provost&rsquo;s office, Division, and Finance &amp; Budget Office</li><li>
Provide timely management reports/slide decks on budgets, actuals, and available balances</li><li>
Monitors Endowments and gifts regularly to ensure appropriate spending practices</li><li>
Assess procedures and processes to continuously implement best practices to streamline and standardize all aspects of financial management</li><li>
Learns local departmental processes and assesses procedures to continuously implement best practices to streamline and standardize all aspects of financial management</li><li>
Collaborate regularly with the Finance &amp; Budget offices to identify and implement best practices and to provide a standardization of services across all units and divisions under the Provost that ensures compliance and efficiency</li><li>
Act as Approver/Reviewer for various financial transactions, including purchases, Advances &amp; Expense Reimbursements, Accounts Receivable/Recoveries /Deposits, PCard approvals, Budget Modifications and Journal Entries</li><li>
Facilitate the opening and sign off on new chartfields and maintenance. Working with the Head, liaise with the Controller to establish special purpose funds as needed</li><li>
Act as a resource to employees within the Provost&rsquo;s units. Conduct &ldquo;walk-throughs&rdquo; regularly to have a &ldquo;pulse&rdquo; on Provost&rsquo;s units and Divisions' activities &amp; issues</li><li>
Analyzes current and potential problems and recommends solutions for vetting and approval</li><li>
Initiate regular meetings with budget holders in the provost&rsquo;s office and managers to review financial status and priorities of activities and projects within each unit</li><li>
Engage in regular meetings with other functional areas within the Provost&rsquo;s jurisdiction with regard to funding sources, processes, and issues</li><li>
Responsible for ensuring a Documentation Retention system is established according to best practices and maintained using solid controls, processes, and systems to build reliability and efficiencies within its activities</li><li>
May be required to supervises members of the Finance Team within the office as needed</li></ul><div><i>
Budget Management (all operating and non-operating funds)</i></div><ul><li>
Supporting the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs and working with the Assistant Director in the budget management process</li><li>
Assist in the development of the annual budget for the Provost office and its respective units in coordination with the academic department heads, following the University budget planning timelines and processes across all funds</li><li>
Support consolidating and submitting the provost divisional budget to the central budget office</li><li>
Assist with the preparation, allocation, and monitoring of academic budgets, including Budget load, analysis of expenditure trends, and projection of income and expenses; reviewing salary and non-salary budgets and expenses, initiating budget adjustments, assessing departmental budget requests, and making appropriate recommendations</li><li>
Facilitate the budget owners' responsibility to respect the fiscal year&rsquo;s budget constraints by implementing processes and providing strong financial variance analysis reports, as needed</li><li>
Collaborate with departments to accurately reflect budgetary needs and priorities in planning. Assist with the administration of the budget for academic units in coordination with the academic department administrators; Provide guidance to academic departments on budget planning, expenditure tracking, and financial forecasting</li><li>
Administer the unit budgets to promote effective resource allocation; Conduct regular financial analysis to assess the fiscal health of academic programs</li><li>
Analyze budget variances and suggest budget modifications when necessary</li><li>
Ensure expenses are allocated to the most appropriate funding sources to ensure compliance with grant, legislative, and institutional rules and regulations</li><li>
Regularly assess budgetary processes and make recommendations to ensure alignment with institutional goals</li><li>
In collaboration with the Finance and Budget Office, assist with necessary reports to facilitate budget consolidation and budget review</li><li>
Assist the Planning Team in facilitating and coordinating the Annual Planning &amp; Budget Process (APB) for the office of the Provost and the Academic Divisions; consolidate the APB submission for review and incorporation in the annual budget submission Budget Position funding monitoring</li><li>
Working with the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs and in conjunction with the Office of Academic Appointments (OAA) and the Provost&rsquo;s SME, implement procedures to ensure appropriate funding sources are charged and processes are in place to track financial partnerships with the research institutes</li><li>
Work in close collaboration with the Office of Academic Appointments on the divisional faculty hiring plan and ensure the timely issuance of offer letters and awards as per the approved faculty hiring plan</li><li>
Acts as advisor to the OAA and SME for funding availability before creating/posting/offering new and unfilled positions</li><li>
Works with OAA to determine adjunct needs and funding requirements while respecting current budget availability and policy before posting positions</li><li>
Monitor salary expenditures to ensure appropriate funding sources are used. Identify available funding for leave replacement costs, overtime, and miscellaneous costs for staff. Ensure salary and other recoveries are collected</li></ul><div><i>
Monitoring and Compliance</i></div><ul><li>
Works closely with the Head of Academic Resource Management and Fiscal Affairs and Assistant Director to implement a Document Retention system for clients of the units under the Provost</li><li>
Responsible for validating all expenses for eligibility and compliance with external Sponsors and/or University policies, procedures, and regulations as applicable</li><li>
Regularly monitors practices and local processes to ensure documentation meets external and internal documentation requirements</li><li>
Communicate University policies &amp; procedures to promote compliance with all applicable regulations</li><li>
System and access control &ndash; monitor to ensure all financial access is consistent and effectively set up</li><li>
Recommend changes as necessary</li><li>
Identify processes that do not adhere to proper segregation of duties practices and recommend improvements</li><li>
Ensure routine tasks and necessary control reports are properly scheduled</li><li>
Other general monitoring, as required</li></ul><div><i>
Communication and Training</i></div><ul><li>
Develop and maintain a communication plan with all clients (Unit Heads, Divisional Deans, Faculty, and local administrative staff)</li><li>
Communicate and collaborate regularly with the Provost&rsquo;s Office, Divisional Offices, and Financial and Budget Office to ensure that goals and objectives are aligned and that information and record-keeping are complete, consistent, and transparent to all</li><li>
Network and collaborate in regular meetings with other groups to exchange best practices, tools, communication plans, and training tips for promoting standardized processes within all departments</li><li>
Liaise with appropriate central units with regard to the proper interpretation of policies &amp; procedures to ensure compliance with rules and regulations</li><li>
Provide guidance and training to local users/members on financial affairs and policy implementation to ensure best practices are followed for financial transactions, including Expense Reimbursements, PCards, etc</li><li>
Provide training and support to roll out new systems or tools</li><li>
Coordinate learning, collaborative/one-on-one training to the user community impacted by new or modified University policies and systems</li><li>
Act as a temporary replacement and training resource for other Financial Service Team members across the Provost&rsquo;s Office</li><li>
Develop and maintain topic-specific training material and conduct training sessions for administrative and academic staff as needed</li></ul><div><i>
Strategic management/ functions</i></div><ul><li>
Supporting and contributing to strategic initiatives of the Provost&rsquo;s Office (encompassing the units and Division under the Provost), including but not limited to participation in specific strategic workgroups as well as ongoing discussions and initiatives</li><li>
Assists in identifying revenue generating opportunities, prepares the financials of the business plans and offers recommendations to the Head to be presented to stakeholders</li><li>
Identifies/creates processes and aligns resources to accomplish key objectives</li><li>
Clearly conveys and assigns clear accountability for important objectives, deadlines, and expectations</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
Qualifications:
<div><b>
Required Education:</b>
</div><ul><li>Undergraduate Degree</li></ul><div><b>
Preferred Education:</b></div><ul><li>
Major in Finance or Accounting</li></ul><div><b>
Preferred Experience:</b></div><ul><li>
Continuing professional education in accounting, finance, data management, or research administration</li><li>
Experience in generating reports of portfolios of multiple programs for senior management and funding agencies</li><li>
Experience with budget development &amp; reports for sponsored research grants</li><li>
Demonstrated experience developing and monitoring large complex budgets</li><li>
Preferred 3-4 years of experience in an equivalent combination of budget administration, accounting, financial administration and implementing policies and procedures in higher education</li><li>
Proven ability to manage funds effectively, with demonstrated experience in developing, overseeing, and monitoring large, complex, and detailed budgets</li><li>
Experience in developing complex financial projections and sponsor reports</li><li>
Exceptional technical, accounting, and communication. Full competence and high-level proficiency with Microsoft Excel is essential</li><li>
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>
Interpersonal skills with diverse populations at all levels in a professional manner</li><li>
Ability to quickly learn and understand University policies and procedures, and disseminate information to faculty and staff regarding pre and post award management</li><li>
Service-oriented, entrepreneurial, creative. Able to liaise with all levels of staff, and professors</li><li>
Ability to work independently, under supervision, and as part of a team with minimum direction or supervision</li><li>
Ability to work effectively with other administrative offices of the university, in particular Finance, Budget and Office of Academic Appointments</li><li>
Willingness to work flexible hours at times to ensure an effective working relationship between New York and Abu Dhabi offices</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
Additional Information:
<div>
NYU Abu Dhabi is a degree-granting research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science undergraduate program in the Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Engineering. NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU New York, and NYU Shanghai, form the backbone of NYU&rsquo;s global network university, an interconnected network of portal campuses and academic centers across six continents that enable seamless international mobility of students and faculty in their pursuit of academic and scholarly activity. This global university represents a transformative shift in higher education, one in which the intellectual and creative endeavors of academia are shaped and examined through an international and multicultural perspective. As a major intellectual hub at the crossroads of the Arab world, NYUAD serves as a center for scholarly thought, advanced research, knowledge creation, and sharing, through its academic, research, and creative activities.</div></div>

Senior Finance Manager - Academic Administration & Planning

Abu Dhabi projects and infrastructure centre

<p>• Candidates must demonstrate advanced proficiency in Accounting and System Accounting using Oracle with mastery across the following modules: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Projects Accounting, Procurement, Fixed Assets, Inventory, Payroll, Cash Management- Bank Reconciliations, and General Ledger.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>• Strong budget preparation and budget management skills are essential, including experience in developing, monitoring, and reporting on annual and project budgets, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>• Expertise is required in iExpense, iSupplier, iProcurement, as well as in executing the monthly closing process, module reconciliations, trial balance review and preparation, and financial statement preparation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>• Responsibilities include supporting both external and internal audit requirements, ensuring timely follow-up and implementing robust financial controls.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>• Abu Dhabi Government experience is mandatory, including in-depth knowledge of the Abu Dhabi Government Unified Chart of Accounts, financial policies and procedures, and relevant Abu Dhabi financial laws.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>• Familiarity with IPSAS (International Public Sector Accounting Standards) is expected, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory and reporting standards.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration</li><li>Master’s degree, MBA Or professional certification CMA/ACCA is advantage &nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</li></ul>

Senior Role (Finance)

Abu Dhabi Global Market

<div><p>The FSRA is responsible for the regulation of Financial Services providers at Abu Dhabi Global Market and for the supervision of regulated activities.
</p><p>The Supervision Department is responsible for the supervision of banks, insurance companies, money service providers, custodians, fund/assets managers and financial arrangers and advisors. The Supervision Department follows a holistic, proactive risk-based approach to supervision of financial service providers .
</p><p>The Senior Manager is responsible, in close liaison with the Supervision Director, for the supervision of a portfolio of financial institutions in line with FSRA&rsquo;s regulations, FSRA&rsquo;s risk appetite and international best practices. The Senior Manager is expected to contribute towards the continued development of FSRA supervisory approach following international regulatory developments as well as the continued enhancement of supervisory procedures and regulatory framework, rules and policy initiatives. The Senior Manager will be expected to be a point of supervisory expertise and reference to the rest of the team across a variety of sectors. The role works closely with the Director and other peers within the Supervision Department and across FSRA.
</p><p>Strategic responsibilities
</p><ul><li>Implement the short term and long term Key Performance Indicators for the Supervision section.
</li><li>Assist in developing, enhancing and implementing the framework, policies, rules and procedures for governing and supervising financial institutions.
</li><li>Assist in executing strategic direction in relation to the supervised entities.
</li></ul><p>Operational responsibilities
</p><ul><li>Responsible for supervising financial institutions&rsquo; compliance with relevant rules and regulations and developing a risk-based supervisory plan, using all relevant information and the FSRA Risk/Impact Assessment methodology.
</li><li>Make appropriate use of supervisory tools such as reviews, third parties reviews, information requests etc.
</li><li>Complete the risk assessment of firms&rsquo; various risk areas, the drafting and execution of the supervisory work plan.
</li><li>Conduct periodic implementation controls/progress reports in areas where deficiencies have been identified.
</li><li>Planning and executing of supervisory reviews/inspection, drafting and communication of recommendations and remediations, in liaison with the Director.
</li><li>Conduct ongoing analysis of the financial institutions&rsquo; prudential condition and their conduct of business as well as financial crime prevention activities.
</li><li>Build and manage relationships with senior stakeholders among market participants and other relevant ADGM staff.
</li><li>Responsible for taking prompt action against deficiencies and non-compliances identified.
</li><li>Deliver additional tasks that may be delegated from the Director (e.g. ad-hoc projects, spot reviews, investigation, etc&hellip;).
</li><li>Adherence to all internal policies, procedures, standards and behaviours.
</li><li>Assist in implementing policies, rules and processes, including appropriate documentation for all assigned institutions.
</li><li>Deliver additional tasks that may be delegated from the Senior Executive Director - Supervision.
</li><li>Liaise with other internal stakeholders such as Authorisation, Enforcement and/or other ADGM teams, as needed.
</li><li>Participate and deliver on projects that may be allocated thereto.
</li><li>Act as a point of supervisory expertise and reference to the rest of the team across certain sectors.
</li><li>Receiving, assessing and completing the processing of the various applications submitted by the financial institutions&rsquo; including the variation of license, withdrawal of license, change in ownerships, and etc.
</li></ul><p>and further develop the risk-based approach
</p><p>Managerial
</p><ul><li>Creates an environment where team members consistently drive to improve performance.
</li><li>Where applicable, manages team with full accountability for achieving overall agreed objectives.
</li><li>Manages by effectively empowering, supporting and guiding the team members where needed.
</li><li>Takes responsibility for development of staff working with them / reporting to them as may be applicable.
</li><li>Reviews performance of team and addresses performance issues quickly through clear decisions as may be applicable.
</li></ul><p>Education
</p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s / Master&rsquo;s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Law.
</li><li>Qualifications like CFA, ACCA, CPA or CMA are preferable.
</li></ul><p>Work Experience
</p><ul><li>Min 10-12 years of experience in financial regulatory supervision and /or Industry experience in Financial Services compliance / / internal audit..
</li><li>Experience in conducting inspections reviews and/or audits of Financial Services firms.
</li><li>Considerable knowledge of conduct of business and asset / fund management regulations and international market practices.
</li><li>Strong knowledge of AML / CFT and TFS regulation and the Federal requirements.
</li><li>Knowledge and experience of assessing authorisation/variations applications
</li><li>Considerable knowledge and understanding of the financial reports analysis and key risks in this area.
</li><li>Experience of the assessment of risks and the mitigation and controls environment.
</li><li>Ability to see the wider picture to identify key trends and future regulatory requirements
</li><li>Expertise in the implementation of regulatory policies.
</li><li>Well-developed communications skills both in writing and orally.
</li><li>Strong internal and external stakeholder management skills
</li><li>Good influencing and negotiation skills.
</li><li>Demonstrate strong teamwork, working collaboratively with a team of diverse professionals.
</li><li>Demonstrate planning, organisation and analytical skills
</li><li>Demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and impeccable integrity.
</li><li>Fluent in business English and strong report writing skills.
</li></ul><p>Desirable:
</p><ul><li>Knowledgeable in Asset, Wealth, Fund Management, and/or Custodian business.
</li><li>Knowledge of international finance and corporate laws and regulations.
</li><li>Proficient in Arabic or other language(s) and understanding of the Arabic culture.</li></ul></div>

Senior Manager - Supervision

Qureos

<div><ul><li>Candidates must demonstrate advanced proficiency in Accounting and System Accounting using Oracle with mastery across the following modules: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Projects Accounting, Procurement, Fixed Assets, Inventory, Payroll, Cash Management- Bank Reconciliations, and General Ledger.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Strong budget preparation and budget management skills are essential, including experience in developing, monitoring, and reporting on annual and project budgets, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Expertise is required in iExpense, iSupplier, iProcurement, as well as in executing the monthly closing process, module reconciliations, trial balance review and preparation, and financial statement preparation.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Responsibilities include supporting both external and internal audit requirements, ensuring timely follow-up and implementing robust financial controls.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Abu Dhabi Government experience is mandatory, including in-depth knowledge of the Abu Dhabi Government Unified Chart of Accounts, financial policies and procedures, and relevant Abu Dhabi financial laws.</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Familiarity with IPSAS (International Public Sector Accounting Standards) is expected, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory and reporting standards.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p><p></p><ul>
<li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration<br>
</li>
<li>Master&rsquo;s degree, MBA Or professional certification CMA/ACCA is advantage</li></ul></div>

Senior Role (Finance) - Abu Dhabi projects and infrastructure centre

PROMPT Holding

<ul><li>Prepare and present financial forecasts, budgets, and performance reports to the executive team.</li><li>Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's objectives.</li><li>Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds as needed.</li><li>Manage cashflow strategies and banking relationships to optimize returns</li><li>Evaluate and manage financial aspects of new projects, including feasibility studies and funding requirements.</li><li>Monitor project budgets, expenditures, and financial performance.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with local regulations and standards.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable, bookkeeping, and VAT filings.</li><li>Stay updated with local and international accounting standards and regulations (e.g., IFRS, Corporate Tax).</li><li>Conduct regular financial audits and implement corrective actions as necessary.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and guide team members, creating a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.</li><li>Set performance objectives, provide regular feedback, and support professional development.</li><li>Collaborate with other department heads to support overall company goals and objectives.</li></ul><p>Qualifications:</p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in accounting. Certificates such as CPA and CMA is a plus.</li><li>Experience in Construction/Contracting is preferred.</li><li>10+ years of experience in accounting and financial reporting, with at least 6 years in a supervisory role.</li><li>Proficiency in accounting software and advanced skills in Microsoft excel, and dashboard presentation.</li><li>Strong knowledge of local and international accounting standards and tax regulations.</li><li>Fluency in English is mandatory.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Ability to commute/relocate:</p><ul><li>Abu Dhabi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>What is your notice period?</li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Accounts and Finance: 10 years (Preferred)</li><li>Construction/Contracting: 4 years (Preferred)</li></ul>

ADGM

<div>
 <strong>
  Job Description
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 The FSRA is responsible for the regulation of Financial Services providers at Abu Dhabi Global Market and for the supervision of regulated activities.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The Supervision Department is responsible for the supervision of banks, insurance companies, money service providers, custodians, fund/assets managers and financial arrangers and advisors. The Supervision Department follows a holistic, proactive risk-based approach to supervision of financial service providers .
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The Senior Manager is responsible, in close liaison with the Supervision Director, for the supervision of a portfolio of financial institutions in line with FSRA&rsquo;s regulations, FSRA&rsquo;s risk appetite and international best practices. The Senior Manager is expected to contribute towards the continued development of FSRA supervisory approach following international regulatory developments as well as the continued enhancement of supervisory procedures and regulatory framework, rules and policy initiatives. The Senior Manager will be expected to be a point of supervisory expertise and reference to the rest of the team across a variety of sectors. The role works closely with the Director and other peers within the Supervision Department and across FSRA.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Strategic responsibilities
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Implement the short term and long term Key Performance Indicators for the Supervision section.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist in developing, enhancing and implementing the framework, policies, rules and procedures for governing and supervising financial institutions.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist in executing strategic direction in relation to the supervised entities.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Operational responsibilities
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Responsible for supervising financial institutions&rsquo; compliance with relevant rules and regulations and developing a risk-based supervisory plan, using all relevant information and the FSRA Risk/Impact Assessment methodology.
  </li>
  <li>
   Make appropriate use of supervisory tools such as reviews, third parties reviews, information requests etc.
  </li>
  <li>
   Complete the risk assessment of firms&rsquo; various risk areas, the drafting and execution of the supervisory work plan.
  </li>
  <li>
   Conduct periodic implementation controls/progress reports in areas where deficiencies have been identified.
  </li>
  <li>
   Planning and executing of supervisory reviews/inspection, drafting and communication of recommendations and remediations, in liaison with the Director.
  </li>
  <li>
   Conduct ongoing analysis of the financial institutions&rsquo; prudential condition and their conduct of business as well as financial crime prevention activities.
  </li>
  <li>
   Build and manage relationships with senior stakeholders among market participants and other relevant ADGM staff.
  </li>
  <li>
   Responsible for taking prompt action against deficiencies and non-compliances identified.
  </li>
  <li>
   Deliver additional tasks that may be delegated from the Director (e.g. ad-hoc projects, spot reviews, investigation, etc&hellip;).
  </li>
  <li>
   Adherence to all internal policies, procedures, standards and behaviours.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist in implementing policies, rules and processes, including appropriate documentation for all assigned institutions.
  </li>
  <li>
   Deliver additional tasks that may be delegated from the Senior Executive Director - Supervision.
  </li>
  <li>
   Liaise with other internal stakeholders such as Authorisation, Enforcement and/or other ADGM teams, as needed.
  </li>
  <li>
   Participate and deliver on projects that may be allocated thereto.
  </li>
  <li>
   Act as a point of supervisory expertise and reference to the rest of the team across certain sectors.
  </li>
  <li>
   Receiving, assessing and completing the processing of the various applications submitted by the financial institutions&rsquo; including the variation of license, withdrawal of license, change in ownerships, and etc.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 and further develop the risk-based approach
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Managerial
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Creates an environment where team members consistently drive to improve performance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Where applicable, manages team with full accountability for achieving overall agreed objectives.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manages by effectively empowering, supporting and guiding the team members where needed.
  </li>
  <li>
   Takes responsibility for development of staff working with them / reporting to them as may be applicable.
  </li>
  <li>
   Reviews performance of team and addresses performance issues quickly through clear decisions as may be applicable.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Education
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Bachelor&rsquo;s / Master&rsquo;s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Law.
  </li>
  <li>
   Qualifications like CFA, ACCA, CPA or CMA are preferable.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Work Experience
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Min 10-12 years of experience in financial regulatory supervision and /or Industry experience in Financial Services compliance / / internal audit..
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   Experience in conducting inspections reviews and/or audits of Financial Services firms.
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   Considerable knowledge of conduct of business and asset / fund management regulations and international market practices.
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   Strong knowledge of AML / CFT and TFS regulation and the Federal requirements.
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   Knowledge and experience of assessing authorisation/variations applications
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   Considerable knowledge and understanding of the financial reports analysis and key risks in this area.
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   Experience of the assessment of risks and the mitigation and controls environment.
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   Ability to see the wider picture to identify key trends and future regulatory requirements
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   Expertise in the implementation of regulatory policies.
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   Well-developed communications skills both in writing and orally.
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   Strong internal and external stakeholder management skills
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   Good influencing and negotiation skills.
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   Demonstrate strong teamwork, working collaboratively with a team of diverse professionals.
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   Demonstrate planning, organisation and analytical skills
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   Demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and impeccable integrity.
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   Fluent in business English and strong report writing skills.
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 Desirable:
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   Knowledgeable in Asset, Wealth, Fund Management, and/or Custodian business.
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   Knowledge of international finance and corporate laws and regulations.
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   Proficient in Arabic or other language(s) and understanding of the Arabic culture.
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  About Us
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 The FSRA was established to advocate a progressive financial services environment and uphold the integrity of ADGM. The FSRA&rsquo;s policies are aligned with internationally recognised standards and ensure that financial entities operate with certainty, market participants thrive in an equal level-playing environment, and the interests of investors are safeguarded.
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  About The Team
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 Abu Dhabi Global Market is an award-winning international financial centre strategically located in the capital of the United Arab Emirates.
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 Established by UAE Federal Decree, ADGM&rsquo;s jurisdiction extends across the entire 114 hectares of Al Maryah Island.
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 ADGM's three independent authorities - the Registration Authority (RA), the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) and ADGM Courts - together ensure that its business-friendly environment operates in line with international best practices, recognised by major financial centres worldwide.
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