Finance Manager

On behalf of our client we are seeking a Finance Manager who will be responsible for managing and supervising the companys financial operations including accounting activities monthly and year-end closing financial reporting taxationaccounts payable and receivable bank reconciliation inventory accounting and financial controls. The role will support the setup and implementation of proper accounting policies procedures and reporting systems to ensure accuracy compliance and efficient financial operations as the company prepares to launch and grow its business.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily activities of the Finance Department and ensure that all major projects month-end and year-end reports are completed accurately and on time.
  
• Monitor and analyze accounting data and produce financial reports or statements.
  
• Establish and enforce proper accounting methods policies and principles.
  
• Control accounts payable activities including invoice posting payment process and module closing.
  
• Control accounts receivable activities including invoice posting cash receipt process and module closing.
  
• Control customer collection petty cash and bank reconciliation.
  
• Control assets accounting activities and CAPEX preparation and analysis.
  
• Control inventory accounting function activities.
  
• Control general ledger activities including booking and reversal of manual entries accruals amortization provisions and trial balance analysis.
  
• Submit taxation reports including Zakat VAT withholding tax and other related reports.
  
• Control banking operational tasks.
  
• Prepare monthly reporting packages including meaningful variance analysis.
  
• Evaluate develop and improve department controls systems and procedures to increase accuracy and efficiency.
  
• Maintain accurate and complete financial records and participate in audits or reconciliations as needed.
  
• Assist other departments in developing strategies and establishing objectives that could have a financial impact on the business.
  
• Work with external auditors to ensure correct and timely closing and reporting at year-end.
  
• Confirm financial status by monitoring revenue and expenses coordinating the collection consolidation and evaluation of financial data and preparing special reports.
  
• Perform additional tasks requested by management in line with business requirements.
  
• Manage the performance of the assigned team by monitoring KPI achievement following up on obstacles providing performance feedback coaching and ensuring maximum achievement of set objectives.
  
• Reward employees based on quality performance to provide motivation and inspiration.
  
• Allow employees to attend trainings where possible to enhance their skills and adapt to technology changes.
  
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
  
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Finance Manager is preferred.
  
• Experience in trading or manufacturing industry is preferred.
  
• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting or related field.
  
• Masters degree is preferred.
  
• Professional certification such as CA CPA or CMA is a plus.
  
• Knowledge of Zakat VAT taxation compliance and external/internal audit processes.
  
• Arabic and English language skills are required.
  
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems.