Finance Officer

A financial platform based in Abu Dhabi (ADGM) and regulated by FSRA (3A license) is seeking to hire a Finance Officer. The platform specializes in custody, global markets execution and trading, as well as advisory/asset management services for professional and institutional clients.

Responsibilities:

Manage all aspects of accounting operations, such as monthly close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.

Lead financial reporting efforts, including preparing statutory financial statements, regulatory reports, and management reports containing balance sheets and income statements.

Collaborate with management and other functions on annual planning and budgeting, presenting budgets and proactively challenging contributors for realistic revenue and expense assessments.

Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements

Ensure adherence to approved budgets on the expense side and monitor revenue targets and other financial key performance indicators (KPIs).

Support new product development by assessing and quantifying the financial impact of new business opportunities.

Manage the firm&aposs own nostro accounts and oversee cash flow control. Maintain relationships with corresponding banks for the corporate activities of the firm.

Handle invoicing procedures.

Manage the tax returns of the firm.

Report to and work closely with the Senior Executive Officer (SEO).

Qualifications:

Minimum of five years of industry experience, with at least two years in asset management or brokerage firms.

Bachelor&aposs degree in accounting or finance.

ACCA/CPA certifications or any other relevant accounting and/or finance certifications.

Experience with DIFC or ADGM regulatory reporting requirements

Proficiency in financial reporting and analysis.

Good understanding of Global Markets products (Fixed Income, Equities, FX).

Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal, coupled with robust analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.

Capable of being hands-on, detail-oriented, and working autonomously.

Willingness to work in a startup environment and contribute significantly to business development and success.

Please provide a short cover letter focused on the role, in addition to a resume