Manufacturing Financial Controller, Arabic Speaker

Job description / Role

Our client is a local investment business with a major focus on industrial opportunities and a portfolio of manufacturing enterprises. They currently seek an Arabic speaking controller to be based in their Dubai operation.

Financial Objective
- Facilitate in preparation of Annual Business Plan by assisting the unit heads in co-coordinating the whole process with various HOD, incorporating proper financial data in the Business Plan, and co-ordinate with Group Office for its subsequent approval and implementation.
- Ensure accurate & timely recording of the financial transaction of the Company’s operation in order to produce accurate reporting for the management of the company for their decision making towards meeting business objectives
- Prepare & monitor Cash flow statement including forecast for a reasonable period of time to ensure working capital requirements are met for smooth business operation.
- Increase the profitability of the company.

Customer Objectives
- Contribute in suggesting ways for continuous improvement in services and products in order to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Suggest ways in coordination with the unit heads to constructively review customer feedback to assess level of customer satisfaction.
- Establish good working relationship with banks, auditors, consultants, customers and suppliers.

Process/Operational
- Establish system & procedures (including internal controls), plan & manage the work of the Finance & Admin functions so that resources are effectively utilized
- Co-ordinate with Group Functions (Finance, HR, Audit etc.) and ensure implementation of Corporate
policies & procedures in order to achieve the

Business Objectives
- Authorize various financial transactions (LPO’S, Journal Vouchers, Payment Vouchers etc.) within the authorized limits for appropriate recording of the financials and its reporting
- Assist in the development of Subsidiary business plans and take the lead on the development of the Corporate business plan
- Be the advisor on financial and operational issues to the Subsidiaries.

People Development
- Recruit, train, motivate and develop departmental staff ensuring that objectives are established and communicated; individual performance is supported, monitored and reviewed to ensure higher levels of performance.

Requirements

Applicants must have the following:

1. MUST be a native level Arabic speaker

2. Must be a qualified accountant or equivalent

3. Age 35-42 years old

4. Experience in Manufacturing either through an in-house role OR as an audit client

About the Company

Mackenzie Jones Middle East has decades of recruitment expertise in various industry sectors. Along with a deep understanding of key market sectors and regions, we never forget to treat clients, companies and candidates as individuals who have unique needs.

So we always listen, constantly learn, occasionally challenge and frequently advise. Its all part of a service renowned for its courtesy, consideration and dedication. Based in Dubai since 2006, our office covers the GCC and Levant countries and with the right regional expertise, we are the leading specialists.

Were growing rapidly because people appreciate our honesty, commitment and results.