Assistant Finance Manager - Dubai

Assistant Finance Manager (Group Consolidation & IFRS) Dubai Location: Dubai Investment Park, Dubai Reporting to: Group CFO Role Overview A leading global IT group with operations across 30+ countries has an exciting opportunity for a technically exceptional Assistant Finance Manager to join its Group Finance function in Dubai. An Assistant Finance Manager to join our Group Finance function in a critical role supporting financial consolidation, statutory reporting, audits, and acquisition activities across multiple jurisdictions. This role is suited for a technically strong finance professional with deep IFRS expertise, experience in multi-entity and multi-currency environments, and the ambition and capability to progress into a Group Finance Controller position over time. Key Responsibilities Group Financial Reporting & Consolidation Prepare and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual group consolidations across 30+ international subsidiaries. Ensure accurate elimination of intercompany transactions, balances, and unrealized profits. Manage multi-currency consolidation, foreign exchange translation, transfer pricing and related reserve accounting. Maintain and enhance consolidation processes, controls, and reporting timetables. IFRS & Technical Accounting Ensure full compliance with IFRS standards across the group, including complex areas such as business combinations, goodwill, share-based payments, leases, revenue recognition, and financial instruments. Prepare technical accounting position papers and support policy development. Monitor new and amended IFRS standards and assess group-wide impact. Audit & Statutory Compliance Lead coordination with external auditors during interim and annual audits. Prepare audit schedules, disclosures, and supporting documentation for group and subsidiary financial statements. Ensure timely filing and compliance with statutory requirements across jurisdictions. Mergers & Acquisitions Support Participate in financial due diligence for acquisitions and divestments. Review target company financials, quality of earnings, working capital, and risk areas. Support purchase price allocation, acquisition accounting, and post-acquisition integration. Governance & Internal Controls Strengthen group financial controls, reporting accuracy, and governance frameworks. Support internal control documentation and compliance initiatives. Promote best practices in financial reporting, ethics, and transparency. Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with regional finance teams, auditors, tax advisors, legal teams, and senior management. Support Board and Audit Committee reporting as required. Qualifications & Experience Essential Fully qualified accountant: CA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent. 5+ years of relevant experience in group accounting, consolidation, or technical accounting roles. Strong hands-on experience consolidating financials across multiple entities and geographies. Proven IFRS expertise, including business combinations and complex accounting topics. Experience working in regulated corporate environments. Solid exposure to external audits and statutory reporting. Desirable Experience in IT, technology, or professional services sectors. Prior involvement in M&A transactions and post-merger integration. Experience with consolidation systems. Key Competencies Exceptional technical accounting and analytical skills High attention to detail and accuracy Strong understanding of financial controls and governance Ability to manage complexity across jurisdictions and cultures Confident communicator with auditors and senior stakeholders Structured, deadline-driven, and resilient under reporting pressure Commercial mindset with strong business acumen Leadership potential and desire to grow into a Group Finance Controller role Career Path This role is designed as a senior technical position with a clear progression pathway toward higher finance function, based on performance and organizational growth. All interested applicants are invited to please apply at: yvette.lamprecht@belay-ts.co.za Kindly include job title in subject reference line.