OCA Global UAE is part of the international OCA Global group, providing Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) services across the oil & gas, energy, utilities and infrastructure sectors. We are seeking a hands-on Finance Manager & Business Controller to oversee our UAE finance an...
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The Role OCA Global UAE is part of the international OCA Global group, providing Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) services across the oil & gas, energy, utilities and infrastructure sectors. We are seeking a hands-on Finance Manager & Business Controller to oversee our UAE finance and accounting activities, working closely with the Country Manager, Operations and our headquarters finance team in Spain. Key responsibilities Coordinate day-to-day accounting activities with the local and headquarters teams, ensuring timely monthly and annual closing and accurate financial reporting in line with IFRS and group policies. Manage budgets, rolling forecasts, EBIT and variance analysis, and project and division profitability. Review project costs, WIP/unbilled revenue and revenue recognition under IFRS 15; coordinate timely, accurate invoicing with Operations. Drive collections, coordinate resolution of billing disputes, monitor receivables ageing and maintain cash flow forecasts. Oversee supplier and payroll accounting, banking activities and payment controls. Coordinate UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, external audits and ICV certification documentation. Maintain ERP data integrity, intercompany reconciliations and internal controls. Support pricing, contract financial reviews and management decisions.
Requirements Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including 5 years of practical UAE experience. Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance and a professional qualification: ACCA, CMA, CPA or CA. Experience in project-based sectors, ideally TIC, oil & gas services, EPC contracting or technical consultancy. Strong practical knowledge of IFRS 15, UAE VAT and Corporate Tax. Advanced Excel and hands-on ERP experience. Odoo and Power BI experience are advantages. Strong teamwork, communication and coordination skills, with the ability to organise work and follow through on deadlines.
About the company OCA Global is a private business group with headquarters in Spain, dedicated to inspection, quality control, certification, testing, consulting, and training activities. In OCA Global, we offer a wide range of services to all types of industries, sectors and companies. The group currently employs more than 3,000 people in our more than 90 offices in 15 countries (Spain, Andorra, Chile, Peru, Mexico, Morocco, Egypt, South Africa, the Emirates, Saudi Arabia and India). In addition, with the collaboration of a wide network of partners, we offer our services in more than 50 countries. OCA Global is accredited with ISO17020, 17025 and 17021 for multiple standards and is internationally recognised by ILAC. The company was founded in 2010 with the aim of consolidating itself as the inspection and certification benchmark company of the 21st century and as an alternative to the traditional entities in the sector. Our more than 40 years of experience offering inspection, certification, testing, and safety and health services, and our more than 230,000 satisfied customers endorse us.
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