Senior Finance Manager Investment Company - DIFC
We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Manager / FC to oversee the financial operations of an investment firm client base din DIFC.
Reporting to CFO.
You will be ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and data-driven decision-making.
The ideal candidate has a solid background in investment accounting, fund structures, portfolio reporting, and financial analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Reporting
- Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and internal reporting standards.
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across the business.
- Produce portfolio-level and fund-level financial reports for internal stakeholders and investors.
- Consolidate financials for multiple entities, SPVs, and investment vehicles.
Investment Accounting & Portfolio Support
- Monitor performance of investment portfolios, including valuations, returns, and asset allocations.
- Coordinate with investment teams on deal structuring, due diligence, and capital deployment.
- Manage cash flow planning for investments, capital calls, and distributions.
- Oversee accounting for private equity, real estate, venture capital, and public market securities (as applicable).
Regulatory Compliance & Governance
- Ensure compliance with local financial regulations and investment industry requirements.
- Support internal and external audits, liaising with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.
- Maintain strong internal controls, financial policies, and risk management processes.
Treasury & Cash Management
- Oversee liquidity management across funds and corporate entities.
- Manage banking relationships and optimise capital structure.
- Ensure efficient management of FX, hedging strategies, and cash deployment.
Strategic Planning & Business Partnering
- Provide financial insights to support investment decisions and business strategy.
- Partner with senior leadership on scenario modelling, fundraising, and capital allocation.
- Support financial due diligence and valuation for new investment opportunities.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CFA) preferred.
- 610 years of financial management experience, ideally within an investment firm, family office, private equity, asset management, or corporate finance environment.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS/GAAP, investment accounting, and portfolio reporting.
- Advanced Excel/financial modelling skills; experience with ERP systems and investment platforms.
- Proven experience managing audits, financial controls, and multi-entity structures.
Key Skills
- Strong analytical and commercial acumen
- Excellent communication and stakeholder-management
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage deadlines and work under pressure
- Leadership capabilities and team-management experience
