FMCG United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Financial Controller
Permanent / Full Time
Food People is partnered with a Global B2B business looking for a Financial Controller to be based in Dubai.
- Must have a strategic yet hands-on mindset
- Must have multi region experience
- To be based in UAE
Food People is working with a Global B2B business seeking a well-experienced and detail-oriented Financial Controller to lead finance strategies and operations. The Financial Controller will be a key member of the senior management team, responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company, ensuring financial stability and compliance, and providing strategic insights to drive growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver accurate financial reports on time, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow analyses
- Perform variance analysis to identify performance trends and key business drivers
- Lead the budgeting cycle (monthly, quarterly, and yearly) and create reliable financial forecasts
- Maintain compliance with international and local accounting standards (such as IFRS) and regulatory frameworks
- Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and optimize working capital usage
- Serve as a financial advisor to the Managing Director and senior leadership, providing analysis to guide decisions on investments, capital projects, and business expansion
Key Ingredients
- 15–20 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, including a minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership position
- Direct exposure to the MENA region, with experience in other markets, is considered an advantage
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
- Strong expertise in financial reporting, IFRS standards, and internal controls
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with executive teams and manage high-performing finance professionals
*Only shortlisted candidates will be reached out to