Overview
Job Title: Financial Controller
Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Company: Dr. Scent
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
Company Overview:
Founded in 2003, Dr. Scent embarked on a journey to revolutionize the world of fragrances. Our passion for unique and high-quality scents has driven us to constantly innovate and expand. From our humble beginnings, we have grown into a brand synonymous with excellence in both home and commercial scenting solutions. Our journey reflects a commitment to enhancing everyday experiences through the power of scent.
We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Financial Controller to join our growing team in Sharjah, UAE.
Job Summary:
The Financial Controller will oversee the company’s financial operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial reports, managing budgets and forecasts, improving internal controls, and providing strategic financial insights to senior leadership. This is a key leadership role that contributes directly to the company’s success and growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the finance and accounting team to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
- Prepare financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
- Ensure compliance with UAE tax laws, VAT regulations, and international accounting standards (IFRS).
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial performance indicators.
- Implement and improve financial policies, controls, and procedures.
- Support strategic planning and provide financial insights to senior management.
- Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory bodies.
- Oversee ERP/financial software systems and ensure data integrity.
- Support fundraising and investment decisions when needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA, CMA, or equivalent preferred).
- Minimum 7 years of progressive financial experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or controller-level role.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and local UAE financial regulations.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
- Prior experience in the fragrance, FMCG, manufacturing, or retail sector is a plus.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Monthly Salary: AED 12,000 – AED 15,000 (based on qualifications and experience).
- Annual round-trip airfare.
- Comprehensive health insurance.
- Opportunity to grow within a dynamic and innovative company.
About Dr Scent
A leading company in providing Air Scenting Solutions for your Home, Office, Shop & your Car. We believe that a refreshed environment makes for a more happy and positive experience, and we want to translate this statement into reality with our products. Creating a link between the olfactory sense and pleasant scents can result in making your ambiance more relaxing and satisfying.
Keeping up with the latest technology in our UK labs have provided us the opportunity to expand the techniques we use to make our products, and to implement new methods in our manufacturing strategies.
Our goal is to introduce you to the splendid world of scents and to be able to enrich your atmosphere with the elegance and sophistication of our fragrances.
Dr Scent takes pride in our customer service, as we strive to provide you with the best scenting options and diffusing methods for your space.