Job Description – Finance Manager

Department: Finance
Organization Level: Manager
Reporting To: Chief Financial Officer

Job Summary

The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the financial operations, reporting, compliance, and strategic planning across both the Foundation and the Family Office.

This role requires a high level of discretion, a strong understanding of DIFC and UAE financial regulations, and the ability to manage complex, multi-jurisdictional financial structures, investments, and philanthropic activities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Reporting

• Manage day-to-day accounting and finance functions across the Foundation and Family Office.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with DIFC and UAE GAAP/IFRS.
• Consolidate financials across multiple entities, trusts, SPVs, and investment structures.
• Oversee bank reconciliations, cash flow forecasts, and liquidity management.
• Support internal and external audits, including statutory, compliance, and tax-related audits.

2. Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

• Develop and monitor budgets for the Foundation's funding and the Family Office's operating costs.
• Prepare financial models, scenario analysis, and investment tracking reports.
• Provide variance analysis and performance reports to the Board or Principal.

3. Investment Oversight

• Support the reconciliation of private and public investment portfolios, real estate assets, and alternative investments.
• Liaise with the Investment team and support the timely execution of capital calls, distributions, and asset rebalancing.

4. Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with DIFC, DFSA, FTA (VAT), UAE, and global tax requirements, including CRS and FATCA.
• Maintain all necessary records and documentation for regulatory reporting and annual filings.
• Coordinate with legal and compliance advisors on matters relating to entity structure, governance, and audits.

5. Intercompany & Philanthropic Activity Support

• Manage intercompany transactions and service agreements among group entities.
• Track and report donations, endowments, and grants in line with the Foundation's mandate.
• Work closely with legal and operations teams to support charitable project execution and financial monitoring.

6. Treasury & Banking

• Oversee multi-currency bank accounts, payment processing, and banking mandates.
• Manage cash positions and recommend optimal fund allocation strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• Qualified accountant (CA, ACCA, CPA, CMA, or CIMA).

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 10–12 years of experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a family office, private foundation, or DIFC-regulated environment.
• Familiarity with the DIFC regulatory framework, UAE VAT laws, and international tax compliance (CRS/FATCA).
• Experience with investment reporting, high-net-worth individual structures, and philanthropic foundations is highly desirable.
• High integrity and professional discretion in handling confidential and personal financial matters.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems and Excel financial modelling.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with legal, operations, tax, and investment professionals.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.

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