Financial Controller

Job Title: Finance Controller – Agri Commodities

Location: Dubai, UAE

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Finance Controller with a strong background in agri-commodities trading, preferably with hands-on exposure in African and other international markets. The role will oversee financial operations, controls, reporting, and compliance for multi-country trading activities for a leading company in the sector. Experience in cocoa trading is a strong added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all financial accounting, reporting, and control functions for agri-commodity trading operations.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and working capital optimization.
• Manage trade finance, including LC structures, pre/post-shipment finance, and banking relationships.
• Ensure accurate accounting of commodity trades, inventories, hedging, and pricing mechanisms.
• Monitor and strengthen internal controls, risk management, and compliance with IFRS and local regulations.
• Handle multi-currency, multi-entity accounting across Africa and other international markets.
• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors, banks, and regulatory authorities.
• Support senior management with financial analysis, MIS reporting, and strategic decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulatory and corporate governance requirements.

Required Experience & Qualification

• s10+ years of experience in finance/accounting, with significant exposure to agri-commodities trading
• .Mandatory experience working with African markets and other international trading jurisdictions
• .Strong understanding of commodity trading cycles, trade finance, and supply chain financing
• .Cocoa trading experience is a strong added advantage
• .Professional qualification such as CA
• .Proven experience managing audits, financial controls, and statutory reporting
• .Advanced knowledge of IFRS and international accounting standards

.Skills & Competencie

• sStrong analytical and problem-solving skills
• .Excellent understanding of trade finance and commodity risk management
• .Ability to manage complex, cross-border financial operations
• .Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• .High attention to detail with a hands-on approach

.Preferred Candidate Profil

• ePrior experience in agri-commodities such as cocoa, grains, oilseeds, or soft commodities
• .Experience working with trading houses, commodity merchants, or agri-business groups
• .UAE or Middle East experience is an advantage