We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Finance & Compliance Officer to manage day-to-day financial operations and ensure timely statutory compliance across multiple entities and jurisdictions within the group. This role will play a key part in maintaining smooth payment operations, managing liquidity, coordinating across departments, and supporting the group’s administrative and regulatory needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Corporate Compliance & Administration:
- Maintain and regularly update statutory records and corporate documents for all group entities.
- Liaise with PR teams, corporate secretaries, and administrative service providers across multiple jurisdictions (UAE, BVI, Singapore, etc.).
- Coordinate with legal and company secretarial teams to support compliance across different regions.
Banking & Cash Management:
- Track and monitor daily cash and bank balances to ensure adequate liquidity.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations for designated accounts in a timely manner.
- Handle cheque payments, monitor dues, and initiate payment requests while resolving related queries.
- Ensure smooth operation of bank accounts, preventing transaction failures due to insufficient funds.
- Assist in preparing and regularly updating cash flow forecasts and projections.
Payments & Expense Management:
- Oversee the use of school credit cards and track transactions for proper allocation across entities.
- Reconcile credit card statements and maintain clear audit trails for each transaction.
- Manage and process vendor payments in line with payment cycles and internal SLAs.
- Maintain well-organized records of all financial transactions, approvals, and supporting documents.
- Manage reimbursement claims from employees – validate, process, and ensure timely disbursement.
- Process and maintain accurate payment records for all utilities (DEWA, Empower, Logic Utilities, Etisalat, DU, etc.).
Interdepartmental Coordination & Process Improvement:
- Coordinate closely with school finance, procurement, operations, and facilities teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
- Collaborate with PR teams to validate service/payment requests and initiate payment workflows.
- Recommend improvements in reporting, payment processes, and reconciliation practices.
- Support automation initiatives to reduce manual effort and improve accuracy.
- Provide ad hoc support to management and handle special assignments as needed.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of relevant experience in finance operations, treasury, or multi-entity compliance.
- Strong understanding of UAE banking procedures, payment systems, and regulatory practices.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with ERP or finance systems.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and coordination skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information with integrity.
Preferred Traits:
- Strong multitasker who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
- Clear communicator with a collaborative mindset.
- Process-driven with a problem-solving approach.
- Comfortable liaising with multiple internal and external stakeholders.