Employment Type: Full-Time (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Salary: Up to AED 30,000 per month
Location: UAE

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Finance Controller to lead budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance processes across the organization. This 12-month contract role is pivotal in driving financial integrity, ensuring adherence to governance standards, and supporting long-term planning initiatives. The Finance Controller acts as the central point of contact for all budget-related functions across assigned regions or business units.

Key Responsibilities

🔹 Financial Governance & Compliance

• Enforce internal controls and adherence to financial governance policies

• Manage and maintain accuracy in cost centers, project codes, and global accounts

• Regularly update the Authorized Signatory Matrix (ASM) for purchase order approvals

🔹 Budget Planning & Ownership

• Lead the full budget cycle, including annual planning and rolling forecasts

• Collect and consolidate inputs from cross-functional teams and affiliates

• Ensure budget accuracy, consistency, and transparent version tracking

• Present reports with justifications for variances and strategic decision-making

🔹 Financial Reporting & Variance Analysis

• Analyze financial performance against budgets; flag and explain variances

• Work closely with stakeholders to address deviations and improve forecasting accuracy

• Compile consolidated reports for leadership and finance departments

🔹 Invoice & Purchase Order Oversight

• Identify discrepancies and initiate reclassification of financial entries

• Ensure alignment of invoice processing with compliance standards

🔹 Training & Stakeholder Communication

• Train internal teams on budget systems and processes

• Communicate timelines and deliverables related to financial planning

🔹 Strategic Financial Support

• Provide insights and analysis for strategic initiatives and transformation projects

• Recommend and implement process enhancements and system improvements

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

• Experience: 5–8 years in financial management or budgeting roles, ideally in regional or multinational environments

• Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls

  • Proficiency in MS Excel and data tools like Power BI

  • Strong analytical thinking and communication skills

  • Ability to manage stakeholders and drive decision-making in complex environments

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking and execution

• Integrity, business acumen, and results orientation

• Cross-functional collaboration and conflict resolution

• Change leadership and adaptability in matrixed organizations

Internal Stakeholders

• Finance, Strategy & Performance Teams

• Program Managers, Cluster Leads

• Department Heads and Budget Owners

About the Company

ManpowerGroup is a global leader in innovative workforce solutions, delivering high-impact staffing, recruitment, and outsourcing services across more than 80 countries. Since entering the Middle East market in 2007, we have combined deep regional insights with world-class expertise to help businesses thrive in the fast-evolving world of work.