Group Finance & Accounts Manager

The Opportunity
Reporting to the Director – Finance & Administration, the Group Finance & Accounts Manager is responsible for all facets of finance for the Group including budgeting, allocation, planning, book-keeping, reporting and treasury. The person will ensure compliance with IFRS & UAE Tax/VAT regulations, handle external audits, accounts payable & receivable, payroll disbursals, monthly closing of accounts and feasibility studies. Sound technical, operational, and analytical skills, and a proactive mindset will be key to deliver results.

Key responsibilities
·      Sensitively manage parent relations with respect to their financial obligations to the school/nursery
·      Timely financial reporting on monthly and annual basis for all units and the Group
·      Formulate annual budgets, financial planning, conduct feasibilities, and treasury management
·      Accurate book-keeping, VAT filings, consolidation of financials and annual audit
·      Review monthly payroll and ensure timely disbursals
·      Support commercial negotiations, review cost-benefit analysis and contracts
·      Advice on financial matters, develop strategies, and collaborate with teams to implement projects
·      Design and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls
·      Drive effective cost controls measures across all cost centres and maximize other income opportunities
·      Manage relationships with internal customers and externally with banks, suppliers, and service providers
·      Assess and manage risk including securing appropriate insurance cover

Professional qualifications and experience
·      Chartered Accountant or Certified Public Accountant (CA/CPA)
·      Minimum five (5) years’ experience in managerial role handling accounting, consolidation, planning, budgeting, and reporting functions
·      Excellent organization, communication skills with a ‘can do’ attitude
·      Strong IT skills especially MS Office applications

We are proud to offer
·      A dynamic work environment with outstanding facilities.
·      Diverse team with focus on high performance.
·      A network of support – with professionals across different functions.
·      A competitive compensation package.

Innoventures Education
Innoventures Education is a company committed to bringing world-class education to Dubai. It manages Raffles International School, Dubai International Academy in Emirates Hills and Al Barsha, Raffles World Academy, Collegiate International School, and Raffles Early Childhood Centre (ECC).

If the opportunity to join the team excites you, please send your CV to financecareers@innoventureseducation.com by 21 September 2022.