Finance Manager

Job description / Role

The Company

Robert Half is working on an exclusive basis with a leading Investment firm based in Dubai

The Role

As Finance Manager, this role will support the Associate Director Finance in all finance matters, both in delivery & in building out the finance function for the department, including exploring new reporting tools and systems as the new portfolio grows. You will take ownership the preparation of monthly performance reports, portfolio data, synthesizing it to useful insights and will work closely with many stakeholders and external investment partners to achieve the targeted objectives.

* Track periodic performance and cashflows against budgets and: - Prepare monthly or adhoc performance flash reports - Prepare detailed monthly performance reports for the leadership.
* Support the investments team in reviewing portfolio management packs and providing finance inputs.
* Assist the Associate Director Finance in preparation of quarterly performance reports for leadership.
* Create insightful, innovative dashboards (using MS Powerpoint and data analysis/visualisation tools like PowerBI etc.) to add value to performance reviews.
* Assist the Associate Director Finance in preparing the Annual Report & other materials for various management/leadership committees.
* Assist in preparing planning instructions & action plans to all key stakeholders ahead of the budget cycle.
* Prepare the annual budget and business plan, liaising with underlying investment companies where appropriate, and updating budgets on relevant ERP systems.
* Prepare detailed financial models for new investments/divestments that provide real-time scenario analysis for budgets and re-forecasts.
* Review and validate capital call requests from Funds and Investments.
* Ensure cash forecasting of expected invoices/payments due/dividends to be received is kept up to date & flag any issues expected.
* Develop adequate controls for the funding process.
* Ensure compliance and timeliness of payment settlement.
* Resolve and follow up on queries raised with investment funds in a timely manner.
* Provide finance support on new transactions and existing investments.
* Support in analysing accounting impact of new transactions & identifying any concerns/issues ahead of closing deal.
* Prepare position papers on accounting matters in line with IFRS.
* Review and finalise IFRS compliant financial statements (consolidated & standalone financial entities).
* Review investee companies' financial statements and portfolio monitoring reports.
* Assist in monitoring debt covenants compliance, and review and monitor commitments, contingencies & financial guarantees issued.
* Support in proactive monitoring of cash and rolling cashflow requirements considering upcoming cash outflows & inflows including capital calls, divestments, expected acquisitions
* Coordinate and support internal audit, government audit, annual audit, quarterly reviews, tax and regulatory filings (ESR, CbCR, etc) and ensure compliance with internal and external policies & regulations.
* Work with outsource providers on compliance matters such as VAT, FATCA, ESR, Corporate Tax.
* Liaise with auditors and resolve any issues to complete audit of financial statements.
* Support the Associate Director Finance in devising intercompany recharge mechanisms in compliance with appropriate Transfer Pricing regulations.
* Support the Associate Director Finance in analysis/recommendation of tax implications & optimisation of complex transactions, and in review of international tax structures.

The Candidate

* Minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience, at least 3 years post-qualification experience.
* CPA/CA/MBA/CMA/CFA or other recognized professional accounting qualification.
* Experience of working in (or auditing) a Private Equity/Asset Management company is strongly preferred.
* Hands on knowledge of IFRS and experience in financial statement analysis. Hands on experience with Oracle ERP, particularly Oracle's budgeting and consolidation modules (EPBCS and HFM/FCCS).
* Hands on experience with data analysis and visualisation tools eg. PowerBI, Qliksense, Tableau, Spotfire etc.
* Finance transformation experience (eg. Automation of month end processes, data flows).
* Excellent written skills in English, including enhanced presentation skills.
* Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills (including VBA). Desirable Skills/Experience
* Exposure to corporate tax structuring, particularly in a Private Equity/Investments setting.
* Experience in Real Estate and/or Financial Services industry.
* Big 4 audit firm experience is preferred.

Salary and Benefits

Excellent Package, plus company benefits

Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

About the Company

Founded in 1948, Robert Half has a long history of connecting opportunities at great companies with highly skilled jobseekers. Bolstered by the strength of our brand, our people, our technology and our professional business model, we find meaningful and exciting employment for the people we place and provide clients access to the specialised talent they need to help grow their businesses.