Senior Finance Manager

Senior Finance Manager

Investment Company

DIFC

AED40-45k/month + bonus

We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Manager / FC to oversee the financial operations of an investment firm client based in DIFC.

Reporting to CFO looking after large portfolio for the UBO.

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.
• 6–10 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