A well-established organisation in Abu Dhabi, UAE is hiring an experienced Senior Finance Specialist to support its finance function across financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and IFRS-compliant accounting. This senior role requires a commercially astute finance professional who can deliver accurate financial insights, manage variance analysis, support month-end and year-end close activities, produce management reports, and contribute to strategic financial planning — all within a structured, professional finance environment in Abu Dhabi that values accuracy, integrity, and analytical excellence.
About the Role — Senior Finance Specialist, Abu Dhabi UAE
Function: Finance — Financial Analysis, Reporting, Budgeting, Forecasting & Compliance
Standards: IFRS compliance, UAE financial regulations, and international financial reporting best practices
Scope: Financial reporting, variance analysis, budgeting, cash flow, ERP systems, management accounts
Systems: ERP proficiency required — SAP, Oracle, or equivalent financial management systems
Qualifications: CPA, ACCA, CFA, or CMA certification preferred alongside Bachelor’s degree
Why This Senior Finance Specialist Role in Abu Dhabi Stands Out
Senior Impact: Deliver financial analysis, management reporting, and strategic finance insights that directly inform leadership decisions
IFRS Expertise: Apply deep IFRS knowledge in a structured UAE finance environment with full regulatory compliance requirements
ERP Ownership: Work with enterprise-level ERP systems — gaining or deepening expertise in SAP, Oracle, or equivalent platforms
Career Growth: A clear pathway toward Finance Manager and senior financial leadership roles within Abu Dhabi’s growing private and public sector organisations
Position Overview
The Senior Finance Specialist based in Abu Dhabi, UAE is responsible for delivering high-quality financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting activities that support business decision-making and financial compliance. This hands-on senior role covers preparation of monthly management accounts, variance analysis, cash flow monitoring, budget preparation and tracking, IFRS-compliant financial statements, ERP system management, internal controls support, and collaboration with cross-functional teams on financial planning initiatives. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of UAE finance experience, strong IFRS knowledge, advanced analytical skills, and proven ERP system proficiency — with professional certification (ACCA, CPA, CMA, or CFA) preferred.
Why This Role Matters: As Senior Finance Specialist in Abu Dhabi, your financial analysis, reporting accuracy, and strategic insights directly support the organisation’s most important business decisions. From delivering precise variance analysis that highlights performance gaps to building budget frameworks that guide resource allocation — and ensuring every financial statement is IFRS-compliant and audit-ready — your work is the financial backbone that keeps the organisation informed, compliant, and financially disciplined in one of the UAE’s most dynamic business environments.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Management Accounts
- Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and management accounts — ensuring full IFRS compliance and alignment with UAE financial reporting standards
- Produce clear, insightful financial statements including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements — supporting senior management decision-making with reliable financial data
- Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities — ensuring all journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations are completed accurately and on time
- Support the preparation of statutory financial statements and external audit requirements — maintaining audit-ready documentation and records throughout the year
Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Analysis
- Lead and support annual budget preparation — coordinating with business units to consolidate budget submissions, challenge assumptions, and produce a comprehensive, business-aligned financial plan
- Prepare rolling financial forecasts and update projections regularly — providing management with an accurate, current view of the organisation’s financial trajectory
- Conduct detailed variance analysis — comparing actual performance against budget and forecast, identifying significant variances, and communicating root causes and recommendations to leadership
- Develop and maintain financial models that support scenario planning, investment analysis, and strategic financial decision-making across the organisation
Cash Flow Management & Financial Controls
- Monitor and manage cash flow — preparing regular cash flow forecasts, tracking liquidity positions, and flagging potential cash management issues to senior finance leadership
- Support internal financial controls — ensuring all finance processes are executed in compliance with company policies, UAE regulations, and applicable IFRS standards
- Assist with internal and external audits — providing required documentation, schedules, and financial analysis in support of audit activities throughout the year
- Identify and implement process improvements across finance operations — enhancing the accuracy, efficiency, and analytical value of the organisation’s financial management activities
ERP Systems & Cross-Functional Finance Support
- Manage financial data and reporting within ERP systems — ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded, coded, and accessible within SAP, Oracle, or equivalent platforms
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, operations, and HR — providing financial analysis, cost tracking, and budget support across all business functions
- Support the Finance Manager and senior leadership with ad hoc financial analysis, strategic project support, and presentation preparation as required
- Maintain advanced Excel-based financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools — providing the Finance team with accessible, accurate, and decision-ready financial information
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a directly related field
- Professional certification — CPA, ACCA, CMA, or CFA — is preferred and will be a significant advantage in the selection process
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of progressive finance experience — including financial reporting, budgeting, variance analysis, and management accounting — ideally in the UAE or GCC region
- Strong practical knowledge of IFRS and UAE financial reporting and regulatory requirements
- Proven ERP system proficiency — SAP, Oracle, or equivalent — for financial data management, reporting, and analysis
Essential Skills
- Advanced analytical and financial modelling skills — able to build, maintain, and interpret complex financial models and deliver clear, data-driven insights to senior management
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy — essential for producing reliable financial reports, variance analysis, and audit-ready documentation
- Excellent communication and presentation skills — able to translate complex financial information into clear, accessible insights for both finance and non-finance stakeholders
- Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency — for financial modelling, reporting, data analysis, and dashboard development
About This Senior Finance Specialist Opportunity in Abu Dhabi
This Senior Finance Specialist position is based in Abu Dhabi — the capital of the United Arab Emirates and one of the region’s most financially active and economically significant business centres. The role sits within a well-established organisation that values financial precision, analytical excellence, and a structured, professional approach to finance management. Abu Dhabi’s diverse economy — spanning energy, real estate, infrastructure, financial services, and government — creates outstanding opportunities for senior finance professionals to build meaningful, well-compensated careers in a city that continues to grow and diversify at an impressive pace.
Career Excellence: Step into a Senior Finance Specialist role in Abu Dhabi and build a rewarding finance career at the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic and ambitious economies — where your analytical expertise, IFRS knowledge, and financial reporting skills will genuinely make a difference.
Who Should Apply?
- Senior Financial Analysts: With 5+ years of UAE finance experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and variance analysis — ready to step into a high-impact senior finance role in Abu Dhabi
- ACCA / CPA / CMA Qualified Finance Professionals: With strong IFRS knowledge and ERP system experience seeking a senior specialist role within a reputable Abu Dhabi organisation
- Management Accountants: With month-end close, management accounts, cash flow forecasting, and internal controls experience in UAE-based private sector or government-related entities
- Financial Reporting Specialists: With hands-on IFRS financial statement preparation, audit support, and ERP data management experience seeking career progression in Abu Dhabi
- Finance Business Partners: With strong cross-functional collaboration, budgeting, and financial modelling skills — passionate about delivering commercially valuable financial insights to leadership teams
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