Group Finance Manager

Job Title: Group Finance Manager Company: Joga Ram Group of Companies Location: Dubai, UAE (In person) Job Type: Full-time

About Us

Joga Ram Group of Companies is a diversified business group with operations in general trading, furniture manufacturing, interior fit-out, real estate, and contracting. We are looking for a qualified Group Finance Manager to lead the finance function across our companies, working closely with the Managing Director on financial strategy, consolidation, and governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee finance and accounting operations across all Group companies
• Partner with the Managing Director and senior leadership on financial strategy, expansion, and investment decisions
• Drive group-level consolidation and standardize accounting practices across entities
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual IFRS financial statements, and manage month-end and year-end closing
• Lead annual budgets, forecasts, and consolidated cash flow planning, and analyze variances
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, including supplier payments and collection strategies
• Manage banking relationships and facilities, including trade finance, guarantees, and LC/TR
• Ensure Group-wide compliance with UAE VAT and Corporate Tax, and liaise with auditors and authorities
• Lead internal and external audits and strengthen internal controls and SOPs
• Oversee inventory valuation, product and manufacturing costing, and project profitability
• Lead, mentor, and review the work of Senior Accountants, Accountants, and finance staff across entities
• Prepare consolidated MIS reports and present KPIs and profitability analysis to senior management

Requirements

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification (mandatory)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce
• Minimum 6–7 years of UAE experience, including 2–5 years in a finance leadership or managerial role
• Proven experience managing finance teams across multiple companies and business verticals
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, UAE VAT, and Corporate Tax regulations
• Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting software (Tally, Zoho, SAP, Oracle, Odoo, or similar)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial reporting skills
• Proven experience dealing with banks, auditors, and government authorities

Preferred

• Experience in Trading, Manufacturing, Construction, Interior Fit-Out, or Real Estate
• Experience with multi-company accounting and consolidation
• Knowledge of manufacturing costing and project accounting
• Experience with audits and financial due diligence
• Prior experience as a Group Finance Manager, Finance Controller, or similar
• Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Career growth within a diversified business group
• Exposure to multiple industries and business operations
• A professional, collaborative, and growth-oriented work environment

Pay: AED15,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person