KEY ACCOUNTABILITIESFinancial Control & Reporting:Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process with full accuracy and timeliness Prepare consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRSManage cash flow forecasting, liquidity monitoring, and treasury operations Deliver management reporting packs to the CFO/CEO and Board with clear commentary Oversee accounts payable/receivable and maintain balance sheet integrity Drive budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes Tax Strategy & Compliance:Lead all UAE corporate tax compliance, planning, and filings Own end-to-end VAT management: registration, returns, reconciliations, and responses to FTA enquiries and audits Advise on transfer pricing, cross-border transactions, and tax-efficient structuring for trading activities Serve as primary point of contact with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) Monitor legislative changes and proactively assess their impact on the business Liaise with external tax advisors and auditors on complex matters Governance & Internal Controls:Design, implement, and maintain robust internal controls and financial policies Lead the annual external audit process and coordinate with auditors Ensure compliance with relevant UAE regulatory frameworks (DFSA/ADGM as applicable) Support investor reporting requirements and due diligence processes Monitor the efficient implementation of the finance IT security management system to ensure confidentiality and safety of all financial information Systems:Drive continuous improvement in ERP and financial systems Partner with operations, legal, and senior management on commercial and strategic decisions Lead identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, processes, and practices considering international best practice Behavioral:Exceptional attention to detail with a zero-tolerance approach to errors in compliance Autonomous and proactive — comfortable in a lean, fast-moving environment Clear, precise, and concise business communication (written & oral) Commercially minded — understands the link between finance, operations, and trading P&L
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent Preferred Qualifications:Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification — required Experience:Minimum 10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior financial control role Mandatory: proven background in a trading company — commodities, FX, financial instruments, or similar Deep, hands-on expertise in UAE VAT — including complex cases, voluntary disclosures, and FTA audits Solid command of UAE Corporate Tax law and its application to trading structures Track record of managing tax compliance in a multi-entity or cross-border environment Strong IFRS knowledge and financial reporting skills Currently residing in Dubai — applications from outside the UAE will not be considered English fluency required; Arabic a strong plus