About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Finance / Accounting Manager to lead the finance department of a dynamic retail and trading company. This role requires someone with strong leadership capabilities, technical finance knowledge, and experience managing complex ERP systems across multiple entities. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in financial planning, controls, compliance, and team management, with a preference for those with JAFZA / Freezone experience.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Oversight & Planning

• Lead a team of 7+ accountants, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial operations
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and identify financial risks
• Develop and monitor budgets aligned with business goals
• Conduct bi-monthly performance reviews and monthly P&L/trial balance reviews
• Recommend cost-saving strategies and improve financial performance metrics

ERP Systems & Process Optimization

• Maximize the use of ERP tools and unify systems (Retail POS, Tally, Microsoft Dynamics)
• Establish and monitor financial SOPs and ERP implementation milestones

Compliance, Audit & Controls

• Ensure adherence to IFRS, local tax laws, and international compliance standards
• Oversee audit processes, operational procedures, and procurement policies
• Vet contracts and manage financial regulatory responsibilities across geographies

Reporting & Reconciliation

• Develop clear, actionable dashboard reports for leadership
• Ensure monthly reconciliations across banks, vendors, and intercompany accounts
• Maintain accuracy in all financial statements

Operations, Risk & Insurance

• Implement policies for insurance, stock management, and currency risk mitigation
• Improve logistics and internal control procedures to reduce financial exposure

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Foster a collaborative and motivated finance team environment
• Facilitate internal financial decision-making processes and meetings
• Coordinate with HR, IT, and admin functions for expense and policy alignment

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Master’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
• Chartered Accountant (CA) certification required
• Additional postgraduate certifications preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in finance/accounting
• At least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Experience in banking negotiations and facility management

Skills

• Advanced Excel and presentation skills
• Strong command of IFRS and financial regulations
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics, Tally, Retail POS)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Key Attributes

• Proactive and solutions-driven
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and multiple financial systems
• Experience in Freezone environments (JAFZA preferred)