Financial Controller (Onsite Full Ownership Role)
Location: Onsite UAE
Reports to: CEO
Department: Finance
Type: Full-Time Senior Leadership
Role Overview
This is not a passive review from a distance position.
Youll be physically embedded with the team leading the month-end close reviewing andapproving all journal entries enforcing financial discipline and making sure no number leavesthe finance department unchecked.
If the numbers dont add up you know why.
If a deadline is at risk youre already ahead of a risk exists you flag it and fix it.
Key Responsibilities Financial Control & Reporting
Lead and own the monthly close process from start to finish
Review and approve all journal entries and reconciliations (banks payment processors
intercompany etc.)
Maintain and enforce the Chart of Accounts and posting discipline
Deliver monthly P&L Balance Sheet and Cash Flow statements with full supportingschedules
Ensure all entries are fully documented and audit-ready
Identify and escalate financial risks to the CEO with clear data-backed reporting
Statutory Audit & Tax
Oversee VAT payroll tax and corporate tax preparation and filings
Coordinate with external auditors to ensure a smooth year-end process
Prepare statutory financial statements and ensure compliance with UAE andinternational accounting standards
Treasury & Payments
Oversee payment review and approval workflows
Monitor and report on weekly cash positions with full reconciliation detail
Liaise with banks and payment partners to support operational finance
Team & Cross-Functional Leadership
Work closely with the Finance Manager Senior Accountant and other teams
Review output for accuracy and compliance providing corrective feedback
Maintain and strengthen internal control processes
Present monthly red/yellow/green finance health status to the CEO
Why Onsite Matters
Youll be onsite to:
Review and verify source documentation
Lead real-time close meetings and approvals
Collaborate closely with operational and finance teams
Maintain complete visibility and control over processes
The Right Candidate Can...
Instantly explain our financial position and close status
Present audit-ready schedules without last-minute scrambling
Spot and resolve discrepancies before they reach leadership
Build stronger processes when weaknesses are found
Success in This Role Means...
Month-end close is on time accurate and complete
Financial reports are clear consistent and actionable
No unexplained entries or missing reconciliations
Finance operations run smoothly because expectations and controls are clear
Leadership trusts your numbers and your judgment
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA/CA preferred)
Minimum 8 years in accounting or financial control
At least 2 years as a Controller or final reviewer
Mastery of GAAP or IFRS
Experience in:
Multi-entity accounting
Revenue recognition
Tax compliance (VAT payroll tax statutory)
Internal controls and reconciliations
Proficiency in ERPs such as Zoho Books Xero or NetSuite
Fluent English communication skills written and verbal
Strong discipline in documentation and audit preparation
Bonus Experience
Worked in SaaS eLearning or fintech environments
Built or cleaned up close processes in scaling businesses
Liaised directly with regulators or compliance teams
Experience with UAE tax systems and cross-border operations
How to Apply
Send your CV and a short note covering:
-Where youve led or owned the month-end close process
-An example of a financial issue you caught early and resolved
-Your most-used accounting system and one youd never use again
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