Finance Administration Manager

Hays are supporting an international Professional Services Firm who are looking to recruit a hands-on and organised Finance & Administration Executive to be based in their office in either Dubai, UAE or Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Finance & Administration Executive will be responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the office.

Key responsibilities include internal and external financial reporting, business partnership with the office Partner-in-Charge and supporting the office's day-to-day administrative needs.

Responsibilities include

• Process, record and reconcile financial transactions, including A/R, A/P, Treasury and payroll; ensuring accurate and timely processing and maintenance of complete and accurate financial records.
• Prepare, analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner, includes but not limited to variance analysis of standard monthly reports and P&L review, as well as preparation of ad-hoc reports as required.
• Coordinate annual statutory, internal audit and tax reporting.
• Preparation of local statutory Financial Statements prepared accordance with the IFRS, gathering documents/information and liaising with auditors.
• Timely and accurate filing of external statutory reports and the VAT returns.
• Support the APAC Financial Director and Financial Controller in the annual budgeting process; monitor progress and changes.
• Ensure compliance with Grant of Authority and financial and accounting policies and procedures as provided by corporate team.
• Manage and monitor visa requirements and all other business dealings with the DIFCSupport the APAC HR team in the review of hiring documents and introduction of new employees to company's policies and procedures.
• Act as the office IT support
• Management of the phone (landline and mobile) and internet accounts.
• Oversee service delivery levels by outside vendors and be point contact for employees for office environmental needs
• Coordinate and facilitate office moves and expansions with IT and other corporate departments.
• Assist with the completion of additional office related admin tasks as required.
• To apply you must meet the below criteria: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or similar field.
• Chartered Accountant or working towards qualifications would be preferred, e.g. ACCA, ACA or CPA. 3 years experience in Accounting or Finance role with hands-on knowledge of month-end accounting, financial statements, transactional processing, and preparation of audit and tax filings.
• Sound understanding of Dubai VAT.Must be prepared to be hands on with respect to various office management and administrative aspects of the role.
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills is essential.
• This organisation is offering a competitive salary package and benefits.
• If you meet the criteria mentioned, please apply directly.