Management Accounting Controller- Harvest

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Management Accounting Controller to join a dynamic team in Abu Dhabi. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the financial management of a manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for meeting internal and external reporting requirements, providing financial insights, and supporting management with key project performance metrics.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Management Accounting Controller, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Budgeting & Planning:

  • Prepare annual project and venture budgets in compliance with Project Framework Agreements (PFA) and Shareholders Agreements (SHA).
  • Develop and implement budgeting guidelines while ensuring consistency.
  • Challenge business inputs when necessary and maintain an audit trail of key assumptions and data sources.
  • Prepare the annual five-year business plan.

• Financial Reporting & Analysis:

  • Perform budget performance reporting, including variance analysis, cost forecasts, and commitment tracking.
  • Maintain oversight of owner’s cost spending and report on cost performance.
  • Review contractor cost and cash flow reports for compliance with agreed procedures, challenging discrepancies as needed.
  • Maintain cash forecasts and prepare funding requests (cash calls).

• Risk Management & Compliance:

  • Review finance, tax, and reporting clauses in new contracts to identify potential financial risks.
  • Represent the finance function in risk management activities.
  • Coordinate with project insurers, provide updates as required, and act as the focal point for claims procedures.

• Stakeholder Support:

  • Provide financial input into weekly/monthly reports, steering committee presentations, and CEO dashboards.
  • Support the review of contractor claims and variation requests.
  • Collaborate with internal teams such as Project Management Team, Shared Services, and Treasury Manager.

Candidate Requirements:

To excel in this role, you should meet the following qualifications:

• Education & Skills:

  • Professional accounting qualification such as CIMA or ACCA is mandatory.
  • Fluency in written and verbal English is essential.
  • Extensive knowledge of international accounting standards (IAS) and financial reporting standards (IFRS).
  • Proficiency in SAP software is required.
  • Strong understanding of internal controls principles and delegation of authority processes.

• Experience & Competencies:

  • Proven ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within multicultural teams.
  • Full knowledge of business processes related to large-scale projects.

If you are ready to take on this challenging yet rewarding role within a globally recognised organisation driving sustainability initiatives, we would love to hear from you.

Please note: Only candidates based in the UAE will be considered for this role. Due to the volume of applications, only qualified candidates will be contacted.