Summary
Hapag-Lloyd is hiring a Manager, Credit Control and Working Capital for its Regional Finance team in Dubai on a temporary 18-month basis. The role oversees regional KPIs for receivables, payables, working capital and internal quality controls, and supports finance initiatives and process improvements across multiple locations. It also advises management on risk, control and governance matters and prepares reports, analysis and presentations. Applicants need a relevant bachelor’s degree, at least 6 years of relevant finance experience and advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; SAP or another ERP system is preferred.
The posting
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We are seeking a proactive, result-oriented self-starter to join our Regional Finance team in Dubai.
Role Reports to:
Senior Manager - RME Credit Management / Working Capital
About the Role:
In this role, you will support the effective management of regional credit, receivables, payables, and working-capital performance across multiple locations.
Responsibilities
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Oversee monthly regional and area KPIs relating to accounts receivable, accounts payable, working capital, and internal quality controls.
- Ensure consistent adherence to corporate finance policies, internal controls, standard practices, and procedures across the region.
- Advise management on risk, control and governance matters
- Support the successful implementation of Corporate and Regional finance initiatives, projects, and process-improvement measures across multiple locations.
- Provide guidance and support on finance-related topics to Areas/QSCs/GCC.
- Prepare regular management reports, analysis, and presentations
- Collaborate closely with multiple functions and other relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment, timely delivery, and effective execution of regional priorities.
- Promote high standards of accuracy, quality, and timeliness in all finance processes and deliverables.
Qualifications
Requirements for the Role
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration/ finance/ management, or a related discipline
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Minimum of 6 years of relevant professional experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Credit Control, Finance Operations, or a comparable finance coordination role.
- Experience with SAP or another ERP/accounting system is preferred.
- Experience in shipping, freight forwarding, logistics, transportation, or supply-chain management is an advantage.
- Experience working with cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams, including country offices, Areas, branches, or Regional Finance teams, is highly desirable.