Finance Manager

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Finance Manager with proven experience in the Stock Exchange and Intellectual Property (IP) sectors. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in financial planning, budgeting, and capital management, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. This position requires strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and hands-on experience in project finance and financial systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting across projects and business units
• Conduct financial feasibility studies and evaluate investments using defined KPIs
• Develop and manage funding strategies, including sourcing and allocation from internal and external channels
• Perform budget vs. actual analysis, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions
• Implement cost control measures to optimize resource utilization
• Develop capital rationing strategies and provide financial insights to senior leadership
• Ensure effective project-wise fund management and financial independence
• Support bidding and proposal processes with strong financial oversight
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to align financial and operational objectives
• Establish and maintain financial systems (SAP B1 preferred) for reporting, monitoring, and budget control
• Prepare financial projections, assess risks, and drive profitability initiatives
• Act as a key liaison between Finance, Projects, and Business Development teams

Requirements:

• ACMA or ACCA qualification (mandatory)
• 5–7 years of relevant UAE experience in a similar role
• Proven experience in Stock Exchange and Intellectual Property (IP) sectors (mandatory)
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, and project finance
• Hands-on experience with SAP (SAP B1 preferred)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities

Preferred Skills:

• Strategic financial planning and forecasting
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks in financial markets and IP domains