Manager Financial Control (UAE National)

Job Details

Job Purpose:

The Manager Financial Control is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records through effective General Ledger management, reconciliations, and internal controls. This role plays a key part in ICFR compliance, financial risk mitigation, and control testing, ensuring adherence to regulatory and accounting standards. Additionally, the position supports financial reporting, process automation, and audit readiness while collaborating with business units to enhance reconciliation processes and minimize control risks. By leading risk assessments, compliance reviews, and process improvements, the Manager Financial Control helps maintain financial stability, transparency, and operational efficiency across the organization

Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

General Ledger (GL) Management & COA Maintenance: Perform periodic reviews and assign ownership for GL accounts. ➢ Ensure completeness and quality submission for balance sheet substantiation. ➢ Support in maintaining the Chart of Accounts (COA), including GL and office account creation and maintenance

GL Substantiation & Reconciliations: Conduct a daily variance analysis for the TB to identify anomalies, misstatements, or irregularities. ➢ Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual review GL reconciliations. ➢ Ensure proper documentation and timely resolution of discrepancies. ➢ Coordinate with branches and units to enhance reconciliation processes in alignment with financial control policies

ICFR Testing, Compliance & RCSA Support: Lead internal control testing for financial reporting, monitor compliance with ICFR requirements. ➢ Assist in the annual Risk Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) to evaluate key risks and ensure regulatory and internal audit requirements are met. ➢ Identify and escalate financial risks and exceptions to management in a timely manner

System implementation & support including interface review: Assist in the implementation of new systems and upgrades. ➢ Work with IT and finance teams to ensure system configurations align with business needs. ➢ Conduct regular reviews of system interfaces to ensure data accuracy and consistency. ➢ Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with IT teams for resolution

Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or another related field.

Professional / Technical Qualifications / Diplomas: • A professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA) is mandatory.

Experience: • Minimum of 8 years of post-degree experience in the banking industry. • Minimum of 5 years of Financial Control & ICFR Experience