Financial Reporting Manager

The Financial Reporting Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end financial and management reporting function, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial information to support decision-making, regulatory requirements, and audit processes. The role covers month-end closing, financial reporting, financial statements, audit requirements, and variance analysis to support management decisions.

Responsibilities:
  • Oversee General Ledger accounting activities and ensure all transactions are recorded accurately.
  • Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure proper classification of entries.
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
  • Ensure reporting accuracy and IFRS compliance.
  • Manage the month-end close process to deliver timely and reliable financial results.
  • Act as the key contact for external and internal auditors.
  • Lead the preparation of audit schedules, supporting documents, and disclosures.
  • Ensure smooth execution of quarterly reviews and annual audits.
  • Ensure completion and review of balance sheet reconciliations with timely issue resolution.
  • Deliver management reporting with variance analysis versus budget and prior periods.
  • Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with finance policies.
  • Drive process improvements and close cycle optimization.
  • Partner with FP&A and business teams to ensure alignment of financial data and insights.
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Support finance transformation initiatives, including automation and system enhancements.







Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • 7 to 10+ years of experience in financial reporting, General Ledger, or audit.
  • SOCPA certification is required.
  • CA or CPA certification is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of financial statement preparation.
  • Experience in managing audit processes.
  • Advanced Excel and SAP / ERP systems knowledge.
  • Advanced knowledge of IFRS, zakat, withholding tax, and financial reporting.
  • Pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry experience is preferred only, not mandatory.
  • Leadership and team management experience is required.
  • Strong English communication skills are required.


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