Finance Specialist

🗓️ Posted 2026-08-16 Dubai, United Arab Emirates Full-time Hybrid Accounting

Company shared salary

NA

Market rate

AED 8,000–AED 15,000/mo (AED 96,000–AED 180,000/yr)

Based on similar roles (title + domain + location).

About the Company

The Financial Reporting Specialist supports accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting across the business. Working closely with the Financial Control Team in Türkiye, the role prepares IFRS-based financial statements, validates reporting outputs against accounting records, coordinates audit activities, and strengthens financial controls and reconciliations. It is for a well-established international engineering and construction group with a strong track record of delivering complex infrastructure and building projects across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Its portfolio spans transportation, energy, water, industrial, commercial, and hospitality developments, supported by a multidisciplinary workforce and a commitment to quality, sustainability, and responsible business practices.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare IFRS-compliant financial statements and periodic management reports in accordance with established reporting timelines.
  • Verify that IFRS reporting schedules and financial statement disclosures reconcile to the underlying accounting records and supporting reports.
  • Review monthly TPL financial statements before completion of the month-end close and follow up on identified discrepancies.
  • Coordinate and manage the independent audit process, including the timely preparation and delivery of supporting documentation.
  • Monitor key financial control points and reconciliation procedures to support complete, accurate, and error-free accounting records.
  • Work closely with the Financial Control Team in Türkiye and other relevant stakeholders to resolve reporting and accounting matters.
  • Prepare financial information and ad hoc reports requested by shareholders and senior management, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and timely delivery.
  • Conduct detailed feasibility assessments, research, and critical analysis relating to financial reporting and tax matters.
  • Identify financial reporting issues, determine root causes, prioritize corrective actions, and develop practical solutions.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of reporting processes, controls, templates, and related workflows.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline.
  • Two to three years of relevant experience in independent audit, budgeting, or financial reporting; experience with a Big Four audit firm is preferred.
  • Sound knowledge of general accounting principles, the uniform chart of accounts, and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
  • Practical experience with enterprise resource planning systems; SAP experience is preferred.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong spreadsheet modelling and analytical skills.
  • Fluent written and spoken English.
  • Availability for domestic and international travel, as required.
  • Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and structured problem-solving capability.
  • High-quality financial analysis, reporting, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proactive, collaborative approach with a strong commitment to process improvement and professional development.
  • Clear and professional communication with cross-functional teams, senior management, auditors, and shareholders.