Finance Manager

Job Description

Minimum 8 years of experience in finance, accounting and/or controlling, in an equivalent position. Experience as Audit Manager is a plus.Understanding of the Power SectorEnsuring that requirements of Company Law and other local directives and regulations are being fulfilledEnsuring the compliance of the Companies with shareholders? Finance and Accounting policies and reporting requirements.Ensuring compliance with Company?s internal rules and guidelines.Timely reporting to management, shareholders and authorities on periodical basis, including variance analyses on monthly basis.Finalizing quarterly (when applicable), half-yearly and yearly financial statements of the companies and workings / schedules relating to financial statements.Supervising the work carried out by staff of Accounting Department and Reporting Manager (when applicable). Checking and reviewing accounting record for accuracy and completeness.Ensuring that accounting and other related administrative records of the Company is maintained properly.Timely submission of VAT and other Tax filings and paymentsBeing accountable for the set-up and update of the forecasting model, including monthly rolling forecast, Budget and Medium-Term plans.Being accountable for the Team Management (incl. skills development, training, supervision).Treasury management: cash projections, financing requirements (drawdown request preparation, working capital facility drawdown), loan repayments, deposits, ?Contributing actively to the improvement of the processes and organization of the work.Ensuring proper maintenance and development of Company?s accounting and reporting systems.Supporting the Chief Financial Officer on all Finance, Corporate Governance and other ad hoc matters.Understanding a shareholder environment / organization is a plusStrong accounting background: accounting standards (IFRS), systems, controlsExcellent aptitudes in Business Control: reporting, planningTreasury concepts: cash management, cash flow projectionsInternal ControlSkillsRequirements:Graduate degree in economics, accounting, finance, business administration or equivalent.Qualified Accountant from an internationally recognized institution (ACCA, ?)Any complementary qualification is a plus.Good command of the English language.Knowledge of UAE or ME working practices: vat, custom duties ?Good understanding of Project Finance concepts (Facilities, covenants, ?)IWPP sector: key contractual arrangements, power plant basic technical understandingProficient in Microsoft Excel (Financial modelling), PowerPoint and databases.Fluent in English. Knowledge of Arabic is a plus.Strong interpersonal, organizational and analytical skillsExcellent verbal and written communication.Self-directing, ability to coordinate and direct others. Problem-solvingSystems / Procedures / Controls driven mindsetAble to manage a team within tight deadlines, heavy workload and ability to deliver.Able and willing to work efficiently in a global, culturally diverse and changing environment.Ability to interact with all levels of management and employees.Strong analytical skills.A good listener with the ability to provide constructive feedback.Generates ideas and solutions to overcome problems and improve performanceBuilds relationships with key stakeholdersClear and confident communicatorCommitment to delivering results

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