IFS IT Finance Manager

Job Description

Employment: Full Time IFS - IT Finance Manager - DubaiLine of Service: Internal Firm ServicesSpecialism: IFS - Information Technology (IT)Management Level: Manager& SummaryA career in Finance, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to help PwC in all aspects of our Finance internal function including financial planning and reporting, data analysis, and assisting leadership with overall strategy. Youll focus on recording and analyzing financial transactions, paying and receiving invoices, maintaining financial statement ledger accounts, and preparing analysis and reconciliations of bills to detect fraud.Our Finance Systems and Processes team supports PwCs financial systems business operations processes and alignment with strategic vision. Youll focus on providing Finance systems representation on projects, handling production issues, conducting trend analysis of tickets for enhancements as well as assisting in managing inventory for all Finance systems and tools.Responsible for the management of the firm-wide technology budget within PwC ME, with a specific focus on direct cost management , budget development, business case review, return on investment calculations and optimization analysis. The Financial Controls team is tasked with maximizing return on financial assets by establishing, implementing and auditing financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems. The team reports directly into the Regional Finance Director and thus has oversight over all finance functions. Plays an important role in working with the regional Finance Team Leads in driving strong accounting practices into IT finance management operational improvements, and supporting resolution and investigation into day to day issues arising in the finance practice. Responsible for Acts as an SME on complex accounting treatments, and reviews completeness of transaction information entered into all ledgers / journals. The Lead facilitates this by ensuring that policies, procedures and controls appropriately manage any finance risk to the firm.FinancialResponsible for review of LPOsReview and approval of invoices, and allocation of costs to internal cost centersReview of finance transactions on all IT ledgersCapitalization, amortization and accruals of IT transactionsAllocation to business end usersMonthly reporting of IT budget statusBudgeting and forecasting of IT spend Review of cost optimization opportunities Close collaboration with finance teamSupports financial decisions by monitoring policies and procedures.Supports asset protection by monitoring internal controls.Monitor and confirms financial condition by conducting internal finance team health checks; supporting wider audit activities by both internal / external auditors.CustomerSupports internal customers (other finance leads and teams) on implementing correct accounting treatment for all IT transactions. Provides support in troubleshooting IT finance issues complex finance issues, and supporting resolution and issue analysis as appropriateWorks with LoS and IFS leaders to ensure reporting is aligned with business strategy, is accurate, and usefulWork with business partners to complete, review and reforecast annual technology budgetsInternal Process Responsible for implementation of financial controls within IT Team Reporting and Analysis of financials to IT LeadershipSupports in the development of all finance policies, procedures, processes and controls. Engages with Finance Team Leads to roll out and implement policies, procedures etc.Supports with health checks on the business as requested by the Finance Director / CFOConducts studies on internal risk levels and provides analysis to Team Lead Supports all period end closing activities and reporting as appropriateLearning & GrowthMeets with relevant business stakeholders and LoS Finance Partners regularly to ensure optimal relationshipResponsible for the continuing professional development of self and team members Contribute to an environment of teamwork within the finance teamAct as a key resource and liaise with other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationship REQUIREMENTS: EducationBachelors Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field requiredLanguageFluency in spoken and written English, proficiency in Arabic is an advantage Overall ExperienceOverall experience of 5+ years in broad finance experience (accounting, budgeting, control, reporting)Specific ExperienceExperience in the Professional Services industry in a top tier Big 4 firm preferredKnowledge and SkillsStrong financial, analytical and accounting skillsThorough understanding of general/international accounting standards and practicesProblem solving skillsRisk averse/risk management skillsProcess oriented Organization skillsThoroughness and eye for detailTime management skills and pro-activityStrong verbal and written communication skillsEthical conductAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship YesGovernment Clearance Required Yes

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Were a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets - UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm.