Finance Manager

Seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead a high-performing finance function based in Abu Dhabi, offering the opportunity to oversee financial operations, drive process improvements, and support strategic decision-making across the business. Client Details Our client is a well-established consultancy operating across large-scale projects within the built environment sector. The organisation has a strong reputation for delivering complex projects and is continuing to expand its operations across the UAE, creating an opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader to join the business. Description * Lead the overall finance function and ensure the financial stability and growth of the business * Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements * Develop and maintain reporting frameworks that support business analysis, forecasting, and executive decision-making * Monitor financial performance, profitability, utilisation, and operating margins across projects and business units * Produce detailed project cost analysis, variance reports, and performance dashboards for senior management * Deliver financial insights and recommendations to support strategic and commercial decisions * Lead the annual budgeting process and long-term financial forecasting activities * Partner with operational leaders to ensure budgets accurately reflect project plans and resource requirements * Maintain rolling forecasts by incorporating project delays, variations, and business risks * Oversee project accounting including revenue recognition, work-in-progress tracking, and profitability analysis * Manage progress billings, retention balances, variations, and claims in line with contractual requirements * Implement robust project cost centre accounting and reporting structures * Manage cash flow, liquidity, working capital, and treasury functions * Oversee collections and support the resolution of outstanding receivables * Manage supplier payments, payroll-related financial obligations, and banking relationships * Ensure compliance with UAE VAT, corporate tax, labour regulations, and statutory requirements * Develop and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and financial information * Lead external audits and ensure timely completion of statutory reporting obligations * Assess financial risks related to projects, contracts, and operational activities and implement mitigation strategies * Provide financial input into strategic initiatives, investments, partnerships, and growth opportunities * Conduct financial modelling, scenario planning, and investment appraisals * Support workforce planning through close collaboration with HR on manpower budgets and employee costs * Mentor, develop, and lead a team of two finance professionals * Build and maintain relationships with banks, auditors, regulators, clients, and other stakeholders * Represent the finance function in senior leadership discussions and business planning activities Job Offer * Opportunity to join a growing and reputable organisation * Strategic position with direct exposure to senior leadership * Broad responsibility across finance operations and business partnering * Leadership role with team management responsibility * Collaborative and professional working environment * Exposure to large-scale and high-profile projects * Long-term career development opportunities

* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline * Professional qualification is mandatory: CA, CMA, ACCA, or CPA * Minimum 10 years of finance experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role * Minimum 5 years of experience within a construction, engineering consultancy, or project-based environment would be highly preferred * Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning * Proven experience in UAE VAT, corporate tax, and regulatory compliance * Experience managing audits, treasury activities, and internal controls * Strong understanding of project accounting and contract-based financial management * Proficiency with accounting and ERP systems * Ability to work on-site in Abu Dhabi five days per week * Experience leading and developing finance teams