We are seeking a highly capable and detail-oriented Finance Manager to lead the financial operations for Aquacool. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong technical accounting expertise, exceptional analytical abilities, and proven experience in managing reporting, compliance, budgeting, and stakeholder communication within UAE.
Key Responsibilities
1. Monthly Reporting
- Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports for Aquacool and Emitek.
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of reporting deliverables.
2. Stakeholder Reporting
- Prepare and present financial reports to Owners Associations as required.
- Participate in meetings with Building Management teams to explain financials, collections, billing, and variances.
3. Budgeting & Financial Planning
- Prepare the annual budget for Aquacool.
- Conduct monthly budget vs actual variance analysis and recommend corrective actions.
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Coordinate with the Technical and Billing teams to ensure financial accuracy.
- Validate alignment between operational systems (AX, Fusion) and financial reporting outputs.
5. Billing Oversight
- Oversee monthly billing cycles and ensure accurate issuance of bills.
- Identify and highlight discrepancies or anomalies for resolution.
6. Customer Service Alignment
- Ensure SD (Security Deposit) refunds are processed on time with zero customer complaints.
- Escalate potential delays early to concerned stakeholders.
7. Process Improvement & Automation
- Drive process improvement initiatives within finance.
- Lead automation and digital enhancements for reporting and reconciliation workflows.
8. Compliance
- Ensure adherence to RSB regulatory guidelines, FTA VAT regulations, audit requirements, and internal controls.
9. Treasury Management
- Update daily cash positions and ensure accuracy of cash flow forecasts.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations and follow up on outstanding items.
Qualifications & Experience
- Preferred: Experience in a Big 4 Audit/Advisory Firm (EY, KPMG, PwC, Deloitte).
- Preferred: Experience in the real estate, property management, district cooling, or utilities sector.
- Professional qualification such as ACCA, Chartered Accountant, CPA, CMA, or equivalent (mandatory).
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum 2 years of UAE experience in finance, accounting, audit, or reporting roles.
- Experience working with ERP systems (Microsoft AX, Oracle Fusion) is an advantage.
- Strong understanding of UAE compliance requirements (RSB guidelines, FTA VAT regulations).
- Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
