Finance Officer- Asset Manager Services (DFSA & DIFC)

Purpose of the Job

As a trusted adviser and outsourced DFSA Authorised Finance Officer you will support a portfolio of regulated and non-regulated client entities by delivering high-quality accounting financial reporting and outsourced finance services. You will build strong relationships with clients regulators and key stakeholders helping clients navigate regulatory requirements with confidence while ensuring the highest standards of compliance and service delivery. Through your technical expertise commercial insight and collaborative approach you will play a key role in driving positive client outcomes supporting business growth and fostering a culture of excellence within the team.

Main Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with clients regulators auditors banks tax advisers and other stakeholders becoming a valued and reliable point of contact.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of regulatory returns financial statements management accounts budgets forecasts and other key reporting deliverables ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitor capital adequacy liquidity and regulatory compliance requirements providing proactive support and guidance to clients.
• Stay ahead of regulatory and accounting developments assessing their impact and translating technical changes into practical advice for clients and colleagues.
• Support client authorisations licence variations business plans and financial projections helping clients achieve their strategic objectives.
• Ensure statutory tax audit and regulatory obligations are met to the highest standards and within agreed deadlines.
• Develop a deep understanding of each clients business structure operations and reporting requirements to deliver tailored and value-added solutions.
• Review financial information reconciliations and accounting records ensuring accuracy integrity and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Calculate and review Net Asset Values (NAVs) in accordance with client and fund-specific requirements.
• Collaborate closely with administration teams providing guidance and support to ensure accounting and bookkeeping activities are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Attend board and client meetings presenting financial information with confidence and providing insightful advice on accounting reporting and regulatory matters.
• Lead coach and support team members fostering a positive collaborative and high-performing environment where individuals can develop and thrive.
• Promote a culture of professionalism accountability teamwork and ownership across client portfolios and deliverables.
• Drive continuous improvement by enhancing processes controls and reporting frameworks while identifying opportunities for greater efficiency and automation.
• Contribute to business growth by strengthening client relationships supporting new business opportunities and identifying opportunities to expand services.
• Ensure Ocorians policies procedures and risk management frameworks are consistently applied and continuously improved.
• Take pride in delivering an exceptional client experience through proactive communication high-quality service and a commitment to excellence.

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Qualifications :

• ACCA or ACA qualified or able to demonstrate equivalent expertise through relevant professional experience.
• Experience within the financial services accounting Private Equity Real Estate or corporate sectors is highly desirable.

Knowledge Skills & Experience

• Strong accounting and financial reporting experience with a solid understanding of accounting principles and best practices.
• Excellent technical knowledge of IFRS statutory financial statements management accounts bookkeeping and financial control processes.
• A minimum of 8 years experience in accounting financial reporting outsourced finance or a similar environment.
• Proven experience preparing and reviewing management accounts and IFRS financial statements.
• Experience managing client relationships and overseeing a portfolio of entities with accountability for service delivery quality deadlines and commercial outcomes.
• Strong people leadership skills with experience coaching developing and motivating team members to achieve their goals.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive solutions-focused mindset with sound judgement and the confidence to take ownership while knowing when to escalate matters.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate high-quality work.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience within financial services investment funds management companies global business companies or other regulated environments would be an advantage.
• Previous exposure to DFSA FSRA or similar regulatory frameworks is preferred.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with clients regulators auditors and colleagues at all levels.

Additional Information :

All staff are expected to embody our core values that underpin everything that we do and that reflect the skills and behaviours we all need to be successful.  These are:

• We are CLIENT CENTRIC Clients are at the centre of our world and were committed to providing expertise and specialist solutions to meet their most complex challenges.
• We are AMBITIOUS We aim high. We think and act globally seizing every opportunity to delight our clients and support our colleagues - wherever in the world they may be.
• We are AGILE We act on our initiative to get things done for our clients. Our independence gives us the flexibility and freedom to keep things simple efficient and effective.
• We are COLLABORATIVE With a curious mindset we ask the right questions to get to the right solution for our clients faster. We collaborate to win together and share our successes.
• We are ETHICAL  We behave with integrity at all times and assume positive intent building trust through responsible actions and honest relationships.
  Equal Opportunities for Everyone

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Were an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age ethnicity religion sex sexual orientation gender identity family or parental status national origin or veteran neurodiversity or disability status. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time