Financial Controller (Onsite – Full Ownership Role)

🚀 Financial Controller (Onsite – Full Ownership Role)

Location: Onsite – UAE
Reports to: CEO
Department: Finance
Type: Full-Time | Senior Leadership

Role Overview

This is not a passive “review from a distance” position.
You’ll be physically embedded with the team, leading the month-end close, reviewing and approving all journal entries, enforcing financial discipline, and making sure no number leaves the finance department unchecked.

If the numbers don’t add up — you know why.
If a deadline is at risk — you’re already ahead of it. If a risk exists — you flag it and fix it.

Key Responsibilities Financial Control & Reporting

● Lead and own the monthly close process from start to finish

● Review and approve all journal entries and reconciliations (banks, payment processors,

intercompany, etc.)

● Maintain and enforce the Chart of Accounts and posting discipline

● Deliver monthly P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements with full supporting schedules

● Ensure all entries are fully documented and audit-ready

● Identify and escalate financial risks to the CEO with clear, data-backed reporting

Statutory, Audit & Tax

● Oversee VAT, payroll tax, and corporate tax preparation and filings

● Coordinate with external auditors to ensure a smooth year-end process

● Prepare statutory financial statements and ensure compliance with UAE and international accounting standards

Treasury & Payments

● Oversee payment review and approval workflows

● Monitor and report on weekly cash positions, with full reconciliation detail

● Liaise with banks and payment partners to support operational finance

Team & Cross-Functional Leadership

● Work closely with the Finance Manager, Senior Accountant, and other teams

● Review output for accuracy and compliance, providing corrective feedback

● Maintain and strengthen internal control processes

● Present monthly red/yellow/green finance health status to the CEO

Why Onsite Matters

You’ll be onsite to:

● Review and verify source documentation

● Lead real-time close meetings and approvals

● Collaborate closely with operational and finance teams

● Maintain complete visibility and control over processes

The Right Candidate Can...

● Instantly explain our financial position and close status

● Present audit-ready schedules without last-minute scrambling

● Spot and resolve discrepancies before they reach leadership

● Build stronger processes when weaknesses are found

Success in This Role Means...

● Month-end close is on time, accurate, and complete

● Financial reports are clear, consistent, and actionable

● No unexplained entries or missing reconciliations

● Finance operations run smoothly because expectations and controls are clear

● Leadership trusts your numbers — and your judgment

Required Qualifications

● Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA/CA preferred)

● Minimum 8 years in accounting or financial control

● At least 2 years as a Controller or final reviewer

● Mastery of GAAP or IFRS

● Experience in:

○ Multi-entity accounting

○ Revenue recognition

○ Tax compliance (VAT, payroll tax, statutory)

○ Internal controls and reconciliations

● Proficiency in ERPs such as Zoho Books, Xero, or NetSuite

● Fluent English communication skills — written and verbal

● Strong discipline in documentation and audit preparation

Bonus Experience

● Worked in SaaS, eLearning, or fintech environments

● Built or cleaned up close processes in scaling businesses

● Liaised directly with regulators or compliance teams

● Experience with UAE tax systems and cross-border operations

How to Apply

Send your CV and a short note covering:

-Where you’ve led or owned the month-end close process

-An example of a financial issue you caught early and resolved

-Your most-used accounting system — and one you’d never use again