An urgent requirement exists for an experienced Finance Manager (Construction Domain) for a leading client organisation in Sharjah, UAE. This senior leadership role demands strong expertise in Oracle Fusion Financials and Oracle PPM, proven experience in construction, contracting, or project-based industries, and comprehensive knowledge of IFRS-compliant financial reporting, project accounting, budgeting, treasury management, and audit compliance — making it one of the most impactful finance leadership opportunities available in the UAE today.
About the Role — Finance Leadership in Construction Sector UAE
Domain (Must): Construction, Contracting, Engineering, Manufacturing, or Project-Based organisations
Core System (Must): Oracle Fusion Financials — GL, AP, AR, FA, Cash Management, Procurement, Projects, HCM integration
PPM Expertise (Must): Oracle Fusion Project Portfolio Management for project budgets, cost allocation, and revenue recognition
Compliance Standard (Must): IFRS-compliant financial reporting, internal controls, and governance frameworks
Team Scope: Lead and mentor finance staff; drive accountability and talent development across the finance function
Career Growth & Strategic Finance Impact in Sharjah
Senior Authority: Drive finance strategy and advise senior management on profitability and business growth initiatives
Treasury Ownership: Manage cash flow, working capital optimisation, and key banking relationships independently
Audit Leadership: Lead internal and external audits, compliance processes, and enterprise risk management
Strategic Partner: Play a central role in financial modelling, annual budgets, and rolling forecasts for the organisation
Position Overview
The Finance Manager in Sharjah will lead the Finance & Accounts function for a well-established construction and contracting organisation, ensuring effective financial management, IFRS-compliant reporting, Oracle Fusion system governance, and strategic support for sustained organisational growth. This is a high-authority role requiring 10–15 years of progressive finance experience, a minimum of 5 years in a managerial position, deep Oracle Fusion Financials and PPM expertise, and a thorough grounding in construction-sector project accounting and cost control.
Why This Role Matters: As Finance Manager in Sharjah’s construction domain, you lead the entire financial engine of a project-based organisation — ensuring every dirham is accurately tracked, every project budget is properly managed in Oracle Fusion PPM, every IFRS report is audit-ready, and every strategic financial decision is backed by rigorous analysis. Your leadership directly protects the organisation’s financial health and drives profitability across a complex, multi-project construction environment.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Strategy
- Drive finance strategies aligned with organisational goals and actively advise senior management on profitability initiatives
- Oversee IFRS-compliant financial reporting, internal controls, and corporate governance frameworks across the organisation
- Lead the finance function with a focus on accuracy, accountability, and data-driven decision-making at all levels
- Mentor, develop, and manage finance team members — building a high-performance culture of accountability and growth
Oracle Fusion Financials & PPM Management
- Manage Oracle Fusion Financials modules including GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, and Cash Management with full ownership
- Ensure seamless integration between Oracle Fusion Financials and Procurement, Projects, and HCM modules
- Oversee Oracle Fusion PPM for project accounting, budget tracking, cost allocations, and revenue recognition
- Drive continuous improvement in Oracle system utilisation to enhance reporting accuracy and process efficiency
Project Financial Management & Cost Control
- Oversee all project accounting activities including detailed budget management, cost allocation, and revenue recognition
- Monitor project financial performance and provide management with timely, accurate cost-to-completion analysis
- Lead annual budgeting, rolling financial forecasts, and financial modelling to support strategic planning and decisions
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and cost control disciplines across all construction and contracting projects
Treasury, Compliance & Audit Leadership
- Manage cash flow, working capital optimisation, and all banking relationships to ensure financial liquidity and stability
- Ensure full compliance with IFRS standards, applicable tax regulations, and internal governance frameworks at all times
- Lead and coordinate internal and external audits, proactively managing financial risk across the organisation
- Maintain robust internal controls and drive continuous improvement in financial compliance processes and reporting
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or Business Administration — required for this senior role
- MBA in Finance is strongly preferred and will significantly strengthen your application for this leadership position
Experience Requirements
- 10–15 years of progressive finance experience with a minimum of 5 years in a senior managerial finance role
- Mandatory experience in construction, contracting, engineering, manufacturing, or project-based organisations
- Strong, hands-on expertise in Oracle Fusion Financials and Oracle Fusion PPM — both are non-negotiable requirements
- Proven knowledge of IFRS accounting standards, particularly revenue recognition and project-based financial reporting
Professional Certifications
- Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, CA, or CMA — part-qualified or fully qualified candidates preferred
- English language proficiency is essential; Arabic language skills are a preferred additional advantage
- Excellent financial analysis, reporting, and senior stakeholder management and communication skills
About This Opportunity in Sharjah, UAE
This is an urgent, high-impact Finance Manager opportunity within a well-established construction and contracting organisation based in Sharjah, UAE. The role demands a rare combination of deep Oracle Fusion Financials and PPM expertise with senior-level construction-sector finance leadership — making it ideal for an experienced finance professional who has spent their career in the UAE’s project-based industries and is ready to take full ownership of the finance function. If you hold the right domain experience, Oracle credentials, and professional certifications, this Sharjah opportunity offers both the strategic challenge and the career recognition you deserve.
Career Excellence: Step into a senior finance leadership role in Sharjah’s construction sector — combining Oracle Fusion mastery with strategic influence across budgets, projects, compliance, and organisational growth.
Who Should Apply?
- Senior Finance Managers: With 10–15 years of experience in construction, contracting, or project-based organisations in UAE
- Oracle Fusion Experts: With deep hands-on expertise in Oracle Fusion Financials (GL, AP, AR, FA) and Oracle PPM
- IFRS-Qualified Finance Leaders: Experienced in IFRS-compliant reporting, audit management, and internal controls
- ACCA / CPA / CA / CMA Professionals: Certified finance managers seeking a senior UAE construction sector role
- Project Finance Specialists: With proven expertise in project accounting, cost allocation, and revenue recognition
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