Senior Manager Financial Reporting

About Dubai Holding Group Services:

Group Services is Dubai Holding’s shared business services arm that provides consolidated business solutions in procurement, finance and human capital across the Group. With a commitment to talent, digital innovation and continuous improvement, it delivers best-in-class service, enhancing the Group's overall performance.

Group Services is dedicated to transforming operations, elevating service quality and cultivating specialised teams focused on excellence and innovation.

Group Services comprises of:

Group Services Procurement delivers end-to-end value through strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contracting. Enabled by advanced technology, streamlined processes, strong governance, and data-driven insights, it ensures responsible sourcing, cost efficiency, and operational excellence.

Group Services Finance manages financial transactions, budgeting, and reporting to ensure strong fiscal health and cash flow. It empowers informed decision-making through insights that drive sustainable growth and profitability.

Group Services Human Capital manages the full employee lifecycle, ensuring a smooth journey from recruitment to offboarding while fostering a culture that values and supports people—the Group’s greatest asset.

Empowering talent for the future:

Group Services’ greatest strength lies in its people; their collective capabilities serve as the driving force of the company. Dedicated to creating a vibrant talent hub where challenging the norm leads to innovation, collaboration fuels creativity and caring for people and partners cultivates strong relationships, Group Services aims to build a foundation for sustained success.

As a business that views success as a shared journey and celebrates every achievement along the way, Group Services offers the opportunity to grow, develop skills and make a meaningful impact.

Dubai Holding Group Services proudly supports a diverse portfolio of companies:

• Dubai Holding Real Estate
• Dubai Holding Entertainment
• Dubai Holding Community Management
• Dubai Holding Land Estates
• Dubai Holding Hospitality
• Dubai Holding Investments
• Dubai Holding Asset Management

Job overview:

Here’s your chance to step into the role of Senior Manager – Record to Report at Dubai Holding Group Services. In this position, you will oversee financial reporting, management reporting, and regulatory reporting processes while driving accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. You will play a key role in enabling value creation through continuous improvement initiatives and lead a team to deliver service excellence aligned with organizational goals.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in compliance with IFRS/GAAP and regulatory requirements
• Oversee financial statement preparation, disclosures, and multi-entity consolidation processes
• Drive management reporting, including variance analysis, dashboards, and insights for senior leadership
• Ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements and coordinate with external auditors
• Strengthen financial governance, internal controls, and risk management frameworks (including SOX compliance where applicable)
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and reporting efficiencies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (I2P, O2C, Treasury, Audit, etc.) to ensure data accuracy and alignment
• Act as an escalation point for critical reporting issues and ensure timely resolution
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 5–7 professionals, fostering a high-performance and customer-centric culture
• Support strategic initiatives and transformation projects within the Finance shared services function

About you:

The preferred candidate for this role should possess the following experience and credentials:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CA / CPA / ACCA preferred
• 7+ years of experience in financial reporting, general ledger, and financial close processes
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/GAAP, financial controls, and governance frameworks
• Experience in finance shared services and exposure to multi-entity environments
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage teams and stakeholders effectively
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle Fusion, or Workday
• Familiarity with tools such as BlackLine, ARCS, RPA, or AI-driven analytics is an advantage
• Experience in the Middle East region is preferred

About the benefits:

At Dubai Holding, we are committed to nurturing the success and well-being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.

We strongly believe in creating an empowered workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing pioneering talent who aspire to make a meaningful impact on the future of Dubai.