Finance Manager

Job description: Key Responsibilities Financial Accounting \& Reporting * Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements * Maintain accurate books of accounts in compliance with IFRS and UAE regulations * Manage general ledger, accruals, provisions, and reconciliations * Monitor cash flow and optimize working capital Budgeting \& Financial Planning * Develop annual budgets and rolling forecasts for manpower and digital marketing operations * Analyze profitability by client, project, and campaign * Track costs related to recruitment, visas, payroll, advertising, and marketing tools * Provide variance analysis and financial insights to management Payroll \& Manpower Accounting * Oversee payroll processing for outsourced and internal staff * Ensure compliance with UAE WPS (Wage Protection System) * Manage staff\-related costs including visas, insurance, gratuity, and leave provisions * Coordinate with HR on payroll, employee benefits, and end\-of\-service calculations Accounts Payable \& Receivable * Oversee client billing, invoicing, and collections * Manage receivables aging and credit control * Handle vendor payments, media spend, freelancers, and subcontractors * Ensure timely settlements with suppliers and service providers Taxation \& Compliance * Ensure compliance with **UAE VAT regulations**, including VAT filing and documentation * Coordinate with auditors, tax consultants, and banks * Handle statutory filings and regulatory requirements * Maintain proper internal controls and audit readiness Digital Marketing Financial Control * Track campaign budgets, ad spend (Google, Meta, etc.), and ROI * Monitor client\-wise profitability for digital marketing services * Control expenses related to software subscriptions, tools, and influencers Team Leadership \& Process Improvement * Lead and supervise the accounts and finance team * Improve accounting systems, processes, and internal controls * Implement automation and best practices in financial reporting Management \& Stakeholder Support * Provide financial reports and dashboards to senior management * Support strategic decisions, pricing models, and contract evaluations * Liaise with banks, auditors, government authorities, and external partners Qualifications \& Skills * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field * Strong knowledge of **UAE VAT, WPS, IFRS**, and labor\-related accounting * Experience with accounting software (Tally, Zoho, CRM) * Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills Experience * Mandatory 5–7 years of experience in accounting and finance in **manpower / contracting based companies** preferred Pay: AED5,000\.00 \- AED6,500\.00 per month Work Location: In person