About the job

We are looking for a Finance - VP to lead and oversee the finance function for our client, a semi government entity in Abu Dhabi. This role requires a strategic and hands-on finance leader with strong experience in financial planning, accounting, treasury, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, governance and stakeholder management.

This role will begin on a contract basis and is highly renewable, the role reports to the Chief Executive Officer in the Finance department.

• Key Responsibilities:Develop and lead the implementation of the organisation’s finance strategy in line with its overall business objectives.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and long-term business plans.
• Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare and present regular financial performance reports, including financial status, income, expenditure, reserves and liquidity.
• Lead the preparation of annual and periodic budgets and financial plans.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing activities, including variance analysis and financial commentary.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Lead the organisation’s treasury and banking activities, including cash management, liquidity planning, investments, guarantees and other banking requirements.
• Ensure sufficient funding and liquidity to support the organisation’s operational and contractual commitments.
• Maintain and strengthen financial controls, policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial, legal, regulatory and accounting standards.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, financial advisors, lenders, shareholders and other key stakeholders.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audit activities and ensure timely completion of audits.
• Oversee tax planning, tax reporting and compliance requirements.
• Provide financial input and support for contracts, commercial agreements and other corporate matters.
• Review and approve financial transactions in line with the organisation’s delegated authority matrix.
• Work closely with senior management and other departments to support business performance and operational efficiency.
• Lead, develop and manage the finance team, including setting objectives, managing performance and supporting professional development.
• Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and controls.