Finance and Administration Manager

Guildhall is running the search for a growing trading company that imports goods internationally and sells to business clients in overseas markets. The business is scaling its operations and is now bringing finance and administration fully in-house for the first time. This person will own day-to-day accounts, payroll, and the entire UAE compliance calendar licence renewals, VAT, corporate tax as a standalone position. It's a rare seat: one person holding both finance and regulatory administration for a growing operation. The role Own day-to-day AR/AP, reconciliations and the monthly close. Run monthly UAE WPS payroll, including overtime, leave and gratuity. Maintain the renewal calendar for licences, permits and employee visas. Manage VAT and UAE Corporate Tax filings and audit-ready records. Prepare monthly P&L, cash position and AR/AP reports for management. Track recurring company expenses and subscription renewal dates. What you'll bring Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field. 5 8 years' finance and administration experience, minimum 3 in the UAE. Hands-on experience with AR/AP, payroll and bank reconciliation. Practical experience processing UAE WPS payroll end-to-end. Working knowledge of UAE Labour Law, VAT, Corporate Tax and visa procedures. Experience handling employee leave, attendance, gratuity and final settlements. Zoho Books experience preferred. Proven ability to run finance and admin independently, without a team.

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field. 5 8 years' finance and administration experience, minimum 3 in the UAE. Hands-on experience with AR/AP, payroll and bank reconciliation. Practical experience processing UAE WPS payroll end-to-end. Working knowledge of UAE Labour Law, VAT, Corporate Tax and visa procedures. Experience handling employee leave, attendance, gratuity and final settlements. Zoho Books experience preferred. Proven ability to run finance and admin independently, without a team.