Senior Manager Financial Reporting

Role Description: The Senior Manager R2R oversees the financial reporting, management reporting and regulatory reporting processes. The role is responsible for process efficiency, reporting accuracy and cross-functional collaboration. It supports the Director Record to Report in creating value within the Finance sub-function through continuous improvement and optimisation of existing processes. The role also leads the team to foster customer centricity and service excellence, aligned with the shared vision.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Financial Governance Support the financial reporting strategy, aligning it with corporate financial goals
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, US GAAP and local regulatory standards
• Support financial risk management initiatives to mitigate process risks
• Guide the team to ensure adherence to reporting processes, guidelines and protocols, delivering against agreed SLAs
• Track relevant KPIs, identify operational gaps and guide the team in achieving its objectives
• Support special projects and initiatives that deliver continuous value to Finance and align with business goals
• Financial Reporting & Analysis Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations and policies
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements and management reports that provide insights into financial performance
• Ensure reporting processes align with business goals and regulatory requirements
• Manage the consolidation process
• Review and approve financial statement footnotes and disclosures
• Management Reporting Develop and maintain management reports and dashboards
• Analyse financial results and provide insights to senior management
• Prepare variance analysis comparing actual results with budgets and forecasts
• Collaborate with the FP&A team to align financial reporting with planning and analysis
• Regulatory Reporting Ensure compliance with reporting requirements and deadlines
• Monitor changes in reporting standards and implement necessary updates
• Liaise with external auditors during the audit process
• Stakeholder Management Collaborate with Finance teams to ensure financial data is accurate and up to date
• Act as the primary escalation point for critical issues, coordinating with IT and other stakeholders to ensure timely resolution
• Manage a team of Assistant Managers, Senior Associates and Associates within reporting
• Build strong working relationships with Finance, Internal Audit, Business Operations and other internal stakeholders
• Provide regular updates and escalate issues to senior management in a timely manner
• Internal Controls & Compliance Ensure reporting processes comply with GAAP/IFRS and internal policies
• Implement and maintain internal controls related to financial reporting
• Monitor compliance procedures, identify control gaps and drive corrective actions
• Monitor adherence to risk assessment frameworks and checklists across operations, systems and processes
• Review risk assessment outcomes and implement appropriate controls to address identified vulnerabilities
• Process Improvement & Reporting Identify and implement reporting process improvements, including automation tools and reporting systems
• Develop best practices that improve accuracy and reduce manual effort
• Standardise R2R processes across subsidiaries while maintaining necessary flexibility
• Assess reporting workflows and drive initiatives to reduce cycle times and improve accuracy
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement process improvements effectively
• People Management Lead the team and ensure individual objectives and priorities align with Finance and overall business objectives
• Provide day-to-day supervision and support to direct reports in achieving operational goals
• Monitor team upskilling and continuous development in line with Finance capability requirements and service priorities
• Foster a customer-centric and service-oriented culture that encourages innovation and high performance
• Desired Candidate Profile

Requirements

• Qualifications, Experience & Skills A bachelor s degree in Accounting or Finance is required
• Professional certification such as CA, CPA or ACCA is required
• Experience At least 7 years of experience in financial reporting, general ledger, financial close processes or a similar area
• Strong expertise in financial controls, compliance and governance frameworks
• A proven track record in stakeholder management and service excellence
• Strong leadership and relationship management skills, with a customer-focused approach
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A strong understanding of Finance functions and processes
• Real estate or related-sector experience is preferred
• Experience in finance shared services is preferred
• Middle East regional experience is preferred
• Technical Skills & Competencies Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle Fusion and FCCS. Familiarity with tools and technologies such as ARCS and AI-driven analytics
• Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS and financial reporting requirements
• Behavioural Competencies Strategic orientation Customer focus Intrapreneurial thinking Talent focus and employee centricity Process excellence and execution focus Innovation Team leadership