Manager - Financial Control (PPP)

Department: Finance (PPP)
Reports To: Executive Director, Finance (PPP)

About the Company

Our client is a leading UAE-based master developer driving large-scale infrastructure, urban development, and strategic public-private partnership initiatives across the region. The organization is known for delivering high-impact projects that support economic diversification, sustainability, and long-term national development goals. With a strong focus on governance, operational excellence, and innovation, the company continues to play a critical role in shaping future-ready communities and infrastructure ecosystems. The environment offers professionals exposure to complex financial structures, high-value projects, and strategic stakeholder engagement.

Job Purpose

The Manager – Financial Control will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a robust financial control environment across the organization’s operations. The role will ensure accurate accounting, regulatory compliance, financial integrity, reporting consistency, reconciliations, and adherence to internal controls while supporting operational and strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Closure

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement closings in compliance with IFRS and group standards.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of journal entries, general ledger maintenance, intercompany transactions, and reconciliations.
• Review subsidiary ledgers, trial balances, and supporting working papers.
• Lead financial reviews and quality checks across revenue, CAPEX, OPEX, accruals, and provisions.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Establish and monitor internal control procedures and risk mitigation frameworks.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure implementation of audit recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with UAE financial regulations, tax laws, statutory requirements, and governance frameworks.
• Maintain Delegation of Authority (DoA) compliance and embed controls within procurement and payment processes.

Financial Reporting & Governance

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy across all financial reporting activities.
• Lead balance sheet reviews and identify risks, discrepancies, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate closely with FP&A and Treasury teams on budgeting, cash planning, and reporting alignment.
• Drive financial discipline and collaboration across departments.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA, ACCA, or CMA qualification is mandatory.
• MBA or Master’s Degree in Finance/Business is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience within financial control, accounting, or audit functions.
• Prior exposure to infrastructure, utilities, government-linked entities, or PPP environments is preferred.
• Big 4 or audit firm background with transition into industry is advantageous.

Competencies

• Strong understanding of financial accounting and internal control frameworks.
• Excellent knowledge of UAE financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.