Summary
aasa Group is seeking a Deputy Finance Manager to lead financial management, accounting operations, and reporting. The role oversees budgeting, forecasting, financial statements, cash flow, project accounting, tax compliance, audits, and internal controls. It also provides financial analysis for business decisions and leads finance team development and ERP improvements. Applicants need a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or commerce, 12–15 years of finance and accounting experience, and strong knowledge of IFRS and UAE tax laws; CA, CPA, or ACCA is preferred.
The posting
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead overall financial management, accounting operations, and reporting functions of the organization in compliance with IFRS and UAE regulations
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes across all business units and projects
- Review and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and ensure accuracy and timely reporting to management
- Manage cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, and liquidity planning to support business operations
- Supervise project accounting, cost control, revenue recognition, and profitability analysis
- Ensure compliance with UAE Corporate Tax, VAT regulations, and statutory reporting requirements
- Coordinate with external auditors for statutory audits, tax audits, and financial compliance reviews
- Develop and implement internal financial controls, policies, and governance frameworks
- Provide strategic financial insights to support business decisions, investments, and risk management
- Lead finance team performance, development, and operational efficiency improvements
- Ensure ERP system integrity, financial data accuracy, and process automation improvements
- Support management in strategic planning, pricing decisions, and commercial evaluations
Basic Qualification Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance / Accounting / Commerce
- Professional qualification (CA / CPA / ACCA preferred)
- Minimum 12-15 years’ experience in finance and accounting, including leadership roles
- Minimum 5+ years UAE/GCC experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, UAE Tax laws, and financial governance systems
- Proven experience in construction / contracting industry preferred