Finance Manager

Required Skills

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and a mandatory professional qualification (CA, CMA, ACCA, or CPA). Must have a minimum of 10 years of finance experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Experience in construction, engineering consultancy, or project-based environments is highly preferred. Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, UAE VAT, corporate tax, and regulatory compliance is essential. Experience managing audits, treasury, internal controls, and project accounting is required. Proficiency with accounting and ERP systems and experience leading finance teams are necessary.

Job description / Role Job Type Full Time Job Location UAE Nationality Any Nationality Salary Not Specified Gender Not Specified Arabic Fluency Not Specified Job Function Accounting & Audit Company Industry Engineering Services Seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead a high-performing finance function based in Abu Dhabi, offering the opportunity to oversee financial operations, drive process improvements, and support strategic decision-making across the business. Client Details Our client is a well-established consultancy operating across large-scale projects within the built environment sector. The organisation has a strong reputation for delivering complex projects and is continuing to expand its operations across the UAE, creating an opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader to join the business. Description * Lead the overall finance function and ensure the financial stability and growth of the business * Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements * Develop and maintain reporting frameworks that support business analysis, forecasting, and executive decision-making * Monitor financial performance, profitability, utilisation, and operating margins across projects and business units * Produce detailed project cost analysis, variance reports, and performance dashboards for senior management * Deliver financial insights and recommendations to support strategic and commercial decisions * Lead the annual budgeting process and long-term financial forecasting activities * Partner with operational leaders to ensure budgets accurately reflect project plans and resource requirements * Maintain rolling forecasts by incorporating project delays, variations, and business risks * Oversee project accounting including revenue recognition, work-in-progress tracking, and profitability analysis * Manage progress billings, retention balances, variations, and claims in line with contractual requirements * Implement robust project cost centre accounting and reporting structures * Manage cash flow, liquidity, working capital, and treasury functions * Oversee collections and support the resolution of outstanding receivables * Manage supplier payments, payroll-related financial obligations, and banking relationships * Ensure compliance with UAE VAT, corporate tax, labour regulations, and statutory requirements * Develop and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and financial information * Lead external audits and ensure timely completion of statutory reporting obligations * Assess financial risks related to projects, contracts, and operational activities and implement mitigation strategies * Provide financial input into strategic initiatives, investments, partnerships, and growth opportunities * Conduct financial modelling, scenario planning, and investment appraisals * Support workforce planning through close collaboration with HR on manpower budgets and employee costs * Mentor, develop, and lead a team of two finance professionals * Build and maintain relationships with banks, auditors, regulators, clients, and other stakeholders * Represent the finance function in senior leadership discussions and business planning activities Job Offer * Opportunity to join a growing and reputable organisation * Strategic position with direct exposure to senior leadership * Broad responsibility across finance operations and business partnering * Leadership role with team management responsibility * Collaborative and professional working environment * Exposure to large-scale and high-profile projects * Long-term career development opportunities Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline * Professional qualification is mandatory: CA, CMA, ACCA, or CPA * Minimum 10 years of finance experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role * Minimum 5 years of experience within a construction, engineering consultancy, or project-based environment would be highly preferred * Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning * Proven experience in UAE VAT, corporate tax, and regulatory compliance * Experience managing audits, treasury activities, and internal controls * Strong understanding of project accounting and contract-based financial management * Proficiency with accounting and ERP systems * Ability to work on-site in Abu Dhabi five days per week * Experience leading and developing finance teams About the Company Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of: Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. Easy Apply