Finance Manager MEA

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall accounting in according with GAAP and Company Policies, financial reporting and financial process development.
• Management of Abu Dhabi & Qatar Finance Team
• Assist in the development of the strengths of staff within the Finance function to leverage individual and organisational contribution.
• Direct the preparation of all related Statutory Accounts Packs.
• Direct the preparation of the related annual Taxation Packs.
• Proactive contribution to financial and other performance improvement initiatives.
• Preparation and consolidation of Hyperion/FCCS reports.
• Administration of FCCS and I-Flight ERP system.
• Input monthly actuals and forecasts into Group systems.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial information and management reports as required by the Division and Group whilst fulfilling all financial reporting.
• Prepare financial plans, budgets and forecasts for the respective Business Units and Group.
• Support digital Transformation projects, in particular ongoing Onedata project, Adaptive insight and 4 Pillars financial automation.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Thinking and Knowing
• You analyse business data, identify potential problems, spot inconsistencies and take corrective action.
• You challenge traditional solutions and work with others to develop creative and innovative solutions.
• You think globally. You act locally, but only when it is best for the organization as a whole.
• You have the right instinct for business opportunities and deals. Interpersonal Effectiveness
• You get things done by developing good working relationships with others and through team working.
• You consider cultural aspects and communicate effectively.
• You express your views and opinions clearly, concisely, openly and assertively when dealing with others.
• You keep your boss and stakeholders fully informed on key issues – no surprises.
• You demonstrate your receptiveness and responsiveness to feedback.

Experience

• Overall
• You have strong financial acumen applying appropriate financial tools to make decisions and solve problems.
• You consider performance across the company and meet regularly with internal/external customers and/or suppliers to plan and measure improvements.
• You act decisively to turn around inefficient or under-performing areas or activities.
• You promote best practice and continuous improvement.
• You set challenging objectives for self and staff that reflect key strategic priorities for the organization. Leadership
• You help your staff or team to understand the business vision, mission, values and strategy and clearly define and communicate the standards of performance, attitude and behaviour expected within the business.
• You maintain full control of work under increased loading.
• You maintain control of your emotions while working under pressure.
• Your Leadership style is informal, supportive and flexible; you adapt your management style to fit different business situations and the needs and abilities of your staff.
• You do not hold on to work that could be delegated.
• You take full responsibility for your own decisions.
• You develop and maintain a commercial focus that is centred on the Business Vision.
• You act as a ‘change agent’ for the business, linking change with continuous improvement.

Education Requirements

• Suitable Professional Accountancy Qualification