Manager/Financial Consolidation & Accounting

Job Description To manage the accounting activities and ensure the accurate and timely closing of books in accordance with IFRS. The role involves delivering high-quality financial reports and statements, supporting the development and implementation of financial accounting policies, and contributing to the Group’s Finance strategy to improve operations and add value at the organizational level

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities :

• In charge of compliance of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICFR) for e& Group. Being the focal point of contact for the audit of ICFR for e& Group.
• Provide relevant inputs to the development of financial accounting and reporting processes, procedures and timelines in order to achieve Group Finance strategic and operational objectives
• Manage the monthly closing of Etisalat Group (Standalone) books in accordance with IFRS and delivery of relevant financials, reports and statements required.
• Manage the monthly data upload relating to Etisalat Group Standalone and other entities as applicable on Hyperion.
• Coordination with the Auditors for quarterly reviews and year end audit of Etisalat Group (Standalone) books
• Manage the Coordination with FC&R team on the period end/ year-end closing of certain SPVs and delivery of relevant financials, reports and statements required and coordination with the Auditors and Group Legal (for Board resolutions, etc) as required.
• Manage the timely and accurate completion of all accounting processes, and financial reports of certain SPVs in accordance with with Group Accounting policies and international accounting standards
• Ensure, review and ultimately be responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of the Etisalat Group standalone and SPV’s financial statements as applicable.
• Coordination with the Opcos and relevant departments within UAE and Group for the collection of Group Receivables and timely resolution of all Intercompany disputes.
• Review the MSA , Contracts, and Shareholders loans with the Opcos as and when required and effective coordination with relevant departments (Group Tax, Legal, Contracts, etc) and Opcos in this regard.
• Contribute to the development of the Finance strategy for the Group and oversee its implementation in area of responsibility across the Group
• Review the analyses of relevant Finance processes, and recommend optimization to enhance functional performance and efficiency
• Monitor, track and follow up on the performance and competence of the Financial Accounts team
• Develop and recommend the financial and manpower budget for the Financial Accounts Section; control section budget within approved parameters
• Conduct analysis for the optimization and streamlining of specified processes to support the enhancement of functional performance and efficiency.
• Collate and review drafts of the financial and manpower budget for area of responsibility

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree in Banking, Economics, Finance, Accounting, etc
• Relevant professional accounting qualification/ certification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CPA, etc
• 6 to 8 years of experience, involving similar financial accounting and reporting responsibilities in a reputable banking/ financial services firm, telecoms company or other multinational organization, including most recent 3 years in a managerial role

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

At e& diversity is our strength and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We welcome and encourage all people to apply, regardless of gender, background, age and abilities. If you are a person of determination and require an adjustment or accommodation to the selection process, please send your request to DiversityEquity&Inclusion@eand.com