Overview

About the job

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis. This job works closely with senior management to develop and execute strategies to optimize the financial performance of the assigned business and provide guidance on financial decisions.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement robust financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
  • Regularly review and update financial policies to reflect changes in regulations and business practices.
  • Ensure that all financial operations are conducted in accordance with group policies and applicable laws.
  • Prepare and present detailed financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
  • Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.
  • Conduct thorough analysis of financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Manage the financial planning process in the assigned business unit, including long-term strategic planning, annual budgeting, and rolling forecasts.
  • Collaborate with department heads to develop realistic and achievable financial plans.
  • Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts and provide regular updates to senior management.
  • Oversee accounting and financial reporting activities to ensure the accuracy and timely completion of financial statements.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and reporting standards, including GAAP and IFRS.
  • Manage the preparation and submission of all regulatory filings and reports.
  • Monitor and manage the assigned business unit cash flow, liquidity to optimise returns and minimize risk.
  • Develop and implement cash management strategies to ensure sufficient liquidity for operational needs.
  • Coordinate with external auditors to ensure smooth and timely completion of audits.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals, fostering a collaborative and high performance work environment.
  • Ensure that team members receive regular feedback, professional development opportunities, and training.
  • Uphold company values throughout business practices and utilize sound judgment in decision making.
  • Any other additional duties as may be required by management based on needs of the business.

About Gargash Group

Gargash Group is one of the UAE’s leading business enterprises. Today, the group comprises a family of internationally renowned brands operating across four verticals: automotive, real estate, financial services and F&B. It is recognized for its global expertise and deep understanding of local markets, which has enabled the group to deliver integrated, innovative and competitive services.