Finance Manager

Job Overview We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager with UAE experience to manage the company's financial operations, cash flow, banking, accounting, taxation and financial reporting. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in managing working capital, collecting outstanding customer payments, planning supplier payments, controlling costs and monitoring business profitability. Candidates with experience in trading, industrial equipment, engineering or project-based companies will be preferred. This role requires strong financial knowledge, commercial understanding and the ability to support management with practical financial decisions. Key Responsibilities 1. Cash Flow and Working Capital Management • Prepare cash flow forecasts and monitor daily cash positions. • Plan customer collections, supplier payments and other financial commitments. • Identify cash shortages in advance and recommend suitable actions. • Manage working capital efficiently. 2. Customer Credit Control and Collections • Monitor customer outstanding payments and overdue accounts. • Follow up with the sales team and customers to improve collections. • Review customer credit limits and payment terms. • Identify potential payment risks and recommend corrective action. 3. Supplier Payments and Procurement Control • Plan supplier payments based on available funds and business priorities. • Monitor supplier credit terms and outstanding balances. • Review major purchase commitments and their impact on cash flow. • Coordinate with procurement and operations teams on payment planning. 4. Banking Facilities, Loans and Letters of Credit • Coordinate with banks regarding credit facilities, loans and banking requirements. • Handle Letters of Credit (LC) and related banking documentation. • Monitor loan repayments, banking limits and financial commitments. • Support management in evaluating funding requirements. 5. Profitability Analysis and Cost Control • Analyse profitability by customer, product, project and service. • Monitor gross margins, operating costs and business expenses. • Identify cost-saving opportunities and unprofitable transactions. • Provide financial analysis to support management decisions. 6. Project Costing and Inventory Control • Monitor project costs, billing, margins and outstanding payments. • Review material costs, labour, logistics and other project expenses. • Coordinate with stores and operations teams for inventory valuation and stock control. • Identify excess stock and working capital blocked in inventory. 7. Accounting, Reporting and Audits • Oversee accounting entries, reconciliations and financial records. • Prepare monthly financial reports, budgets and management statements. • Coordinate internal and external audits. • Ensure financial information is accurate and submitted on time. 8. UAE Tax Compliance • Manage UAE VAT compliance, tax records and return preparation. • Coordinate Corporate Tax compliance and related documentation. • Ensure tax filings and regulatory requirements are completed within deadlines. • Coordinate with external auditors and tax consultants when required. 9. Budgeting, ERP and Team Coordination • Assist in preparing budgets, financial forecasts and business plans. • Monitor actual performance against budgets. • Use ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel for financial reporting. • Coordinate with Sales, Procurement, Stores, Engineering and Service teams. • Support the finance team and maintain proper financial controls. Required Qualifications and Experience • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. • Minimum 8-10 years of relevant Finance and Accounts experience. • At least 23 years as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or in a senior finance supervisory role. • Mandatory UAE work experience in a similar finance role. • Practical experience in cash flow management, receivables, supplier payments, banking facilities and financial reporting. • Experience handling Letters of Credit, loan facilities, UAE VAT, Corporate Tax and external audits. • Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel. • ACCA, CPA, CMA or an equivalent professional qualification will be an advantage. Mandatory Skills • Cash Flow Management and Working Capital Control • Accounts Receivable and Credit Control • Customer Collections and Supplier Payment Planning • Banking Facilities, Loans and Letters of Credit (LC) • Profitability Analysis and Cost Control • Project Costing and Inventory Control • Financial Reporting, Budgeting and Auditing • UAE VAT and Corporate Tax Compliance • ERP/Accounting Software and Advanced Excel Preferred Industry Background Candidates from the following industries will be preferred: • Trading and distribution • Industrial equipment and machinery • Engineering companies • Project-based businesses • The ideal candidate is a hands-on finance professional who understands both accounting and the commercial side of business. You should be comfortable managing cash flow, following up on overdue payments, planning supplier commitments, handling banking matters and identifying financial risks. You must have relevant UAE finance experience and the ability to work closely with management and operational teams. Candidates looking only for accounting or bookkeeping responsibilities without broader financial management experience may not be suitable.