Job Description

Take on a pivotal role as Financial Controller in an asset-backed trading business, based in Dubai, one of the world's premier financial centres. In this position, you will oversee financial operations, blending financial oversight, risk management, and strategic planning to drive the success of a fast-paced, high-growth trading environment. With your Finance Manager background, you'll ensure the financial health of the business while working closely with senior leadership, traders, and operators to support key decision-making. This is an opportunity to combine hands-on financial control with strategic influence, making a direct impact on the business's growth in the global trading market. What You'll Do: Lead the preparation of financial statements, ensuring full regulatory compliance, including audits and tax obligations. Maintain strong financial controls to manage risk and protect company assets. Oversee cash flow and liquidity management to support ongoing trading activities and trade finance. Collaborate with traders, brokers, and operations teams to ensure smooth trade settlements and resolve financial issues. Provide financial analysis on trade margins and transaction costs, identifying opportunities to improve profitability. Advise senior management on financial strategy, delivering insights on risk, capital allocation, and business growth. What We're Looking For: A strong background in financial control and finance management within a broking, ship owning, or commodity trading environment. Expertise in financial reporting standards, risk management, and compliance. Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control within a complex trading landscape. Excellent cross-functional communication skills to effectively engage with teams across the business and provide financial insights. This role is perfect for you if your looking to combine financial discipline with hands-on problem-solving in a high-stakes trading environment. If you're seeking a challenging opportunity in Dubai's global trading market, this is your chance to take your career to the next level.