Вакансия: Head of Accounting & Treasury (Group financial controller)
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About the Company
Emex DWC (emexdwc.ae), based in Dubai, is the international online wholesale store for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and aftermarket automotive parts. For over 25 years, we have been committed to providing:
- the best customer service and competitive prices on our marketplace ,
- comprehensive fulfillment services ,
innovative digital solutions for warehouse management.
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head of Accounting & Treasury (Group Financial Controller) to lead and elevate our global financial operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring the integrity, compliance, and efficiency of our accounting, treasury
, financial control, and compliance functions, while also playing a key role in managing financial assets and mitigating risks at the group level.
As a key financial leader, you will drive process standardization, automation, and risk management, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting while optimizing liquidity, asset allocation, and cash flow strategies. You will develop and mentor regional finance teams, fostering a high-performance culture and aligning financial operations with business objectives. Additionally, you will support other teams in managing their assets.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
Strategic Development:
- Define the strategic goals of the accounting and treasury functions by initiating projects that align with Group s priorities, ensuring measurable outcomes.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive Group accounting policy tailored to meet business needs while adhering to regulatory requirements for seamless operations.
- Monitor financial markets and economic trends to identify opportunities for enhancing accounting and treasury functions.
Leadership and Team Management:
- Lead and mentor regional accounting and treasury teams across all group entities, ensuring high-performing teams that consistently meet group s objectives.
- Set clear expectations, define goals, and design a measurable KPI framework for the accounting and treasury teams to track progress and drive accountability.
- Manage teams through onboarding, performance evaluation, hiring, motivating, and exit processes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders in other departments such as FP&A, Business Development, Customer Support, Product Development, Board of directors to align financial operations with broader business objectives.
Internal Controls and Fiscal risks management
- Design ,implement and continuously improve automated internal control systems that mitigate risks and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations and also safeguard assets while supporting business growth.
- Develop a framework for monitoring risks with proper documentation of controls and procedures to ensure transparency in operations.
Process Improvement and Automation:
- Identify and implement process improvements that enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and automation of the accounting and treasury functions, resulting in streamlined workflows.
- Drive automation of accounting treasury processes to reduce manual interventions and improve accuracy.
Financial Reporting and Compliance:
- Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements in accordance with IFRS and local accounting standards to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Ensure strict adherence to deadlines for period closings, audits, tax filings, and VAT refunds to maintain operational efficiency and avoid disruptions.
- Maintain full compliance with regulatory authorities by avoiding penalties or claims through meticulous planning and execution of financial reporting obligations.
Treasury Management:
- Enhance cash operations across the Group to ensure uninterrupted business operations.
- Optimize cash flow and investment returns by developing and executing effective treasury strategies that maximize financial resources.
- Minimize exposure to financial risks by implementing proactive hedging strategies and robust risk management techniques.
How to Know if You Are the Right Fit
Level, Experience and Qualificatons:
- Level - Head.
- Proficiency in English (С1-С2).
- Ex. Big4, Ex. FMCG, Ex. E-commerce and Marketplaces.
- Qualification: You have a Bachelor's degree in finance and also Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or CMA (or you are at the final stages of getting the qulification).
Hard Skills:
- Accounting Expertise: Comprehensive expertise in accounting principles and financial reporting under IFRS. Skilled in developing accounting policies, automating accounting processes, and implementing new accounting systems.
- Financial Reporting: Proven track record in preparing and analyzing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with international standards.
- Tax and Regulation Compliance: Proficient in communicating with tax authorities to represent business interests. Skilled in identifying optimal opportunities for tax reduction and risk management, implementing preventive measures, and developing internal guidelines to ensure tax compliance. Knowledgeable of recent developments in taxation and government regulation.
- Internal Controls: Expertise in optimizing, designing, and implementing comprehensive internal control and risk management systems to enhance operational efficiency and ensure regulatory adherence.
- Accounting Software and Systems: Advanced proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems, with a focus on streamlining financial operations and leveraging automation for process improvement.
- Treasury: Experienced in managing foreign exchange risks and handling international payments. Skilled in analyzing cash flow efficiency and developing strategies to optimize liquidity and capital utilization across an international group of companies.
- Project Leadership: Extensive experience leading full-cycle projects within cross-functional teams, ensuring timely and successful delivery of strategic initiatives. Able to define function goals, initiate and lead projects, and manage risks and resources.
- Team Leadership: Proficient in managing teams through onboarding, performance evaluation, hiring, motivating, and exit processes. Skilled in setting clear goals inline with the corporate strategy, streamlining management processes, and fostering a results-driven team culture.
Why Join Us
- As the Group Head of Accounting & Treasury, you will be at the forefront of shaping and optimizing our global financial operations. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will drive financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency across multiple regions, ensuring seamless accounting, treasury, financial control, and regulatory compliance at the group level.
- You will lead regional finance teams, harmonizing financial processes, enhancing automation, and implementing best-in-class treasury strategies to optimize liquidity and risk management. Your decisions will directly influence the company s financial stability and strategic growth.
- We are looking for a strategic leader who thrives in complexity, enjoys building scalable financial frameworks, and is passionate about driving transformation in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. If you have a strong commitment to excellence, a hands-on approach to problem-solving, and a passion for leading high-performing teams this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
