Finance Director

Dubai, UAE

Ref: HP647-1797

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

The Finance Director is a key member of the Executive Management team, and accountable for the financial strategy, risk management, financial controls, strategic metrics monitor and financial performance reporting. As the leader of the Finance Department, his prime responsibilities is to manage and control all financial related activities including accounting, finance, treasury, warehousing, job costing, credit control, business planning and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and direct the implementation of the company’s strategic business plan and assist in formulating the company's future direction and supporting tactical initiatives.
- Ensure accurate and timely record keeping & financial reporting inline with best financial practices and auditors requirements.
- Develop and manage efficient treasury protocols including management of cash balances and cash forecasts.
- Maintain and manage banking relationships including debt and equity financing.
- Manage the capital expenditures and budgeting processes.
- Develop and report performance measures that support the company's strategic direction.
- Participate in key decisions as a member of the executive management team and maintain in-depth relations with all members of the management team.
- Develop, Implement and monitor reliable financial controls.
- Manage the company warehouses and ensure proper storage and control of inventory at all times.
- Monitor all open legal issues involving the company, and manage the debt collection agency.
- Maintain appropriate insurance coverage.
- Ensure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements.
- Report risk issues to the CEO and board of directors, and develop risk mitigation plans.
- Maintain relations with auditors and ensure their findings and recommendations are adequately and timely addressed.
- Support Sales team in job costing and issuance of price lists, including financial control of all confirmed sales orders.
- Responsibility for sales collections and credit control.

Requirements

- Professional Accounting Qualification or Masters in Finance
- Substantial experience in leadership financial roles, preferably in the manufacturing industry
- A result oriented executive with high level of integrity, business acumen and practices a strong sense of urgency
- Strong interpersonal skills with excellent oral and written communication skills
- Practices good analytical skills and ability to identify gaps at an early stage and develop calculated counter action plans.

About the Company

We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world's most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise - 3600 offices in over 80 countries - we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including: