Financial Controller, Smiths Detection, Dubai

Financial Controller, Smiths Detection, Dubai

This person will have overall responsibility for the accounting function for service, as well as for the compliance and administration of service entities and will be based in Dubai. They will have accountability and custody of the service accounting data and records across these Middle East entities. The incumbent must possess a proven track record for timely delivery, continuous process improvement and customer satisfaction.

The individual is someone who will bring knowledge and creativity to the position as well as have the discipline to drive results and follow established fundamental processes. Understand the Middle East and the legal requirements of working in the region, specifically Saudi Arabia, Kuwait & Qatar

Duties & Responsibilities
Ensure the Smiths Code of Corporate Responsibility and Business Ethics is upheld in all activities.
Maintaining books of accounts and ensuring that accounting transactions are recorded in line with International Accounting Standards (IAS).
Responsible for accounting information as per International Accounting Standards (IAS). Due attention will be paid to Smiths Groups accounting policies and procedures while processing accounting transactions for the entity.
Support the Financial Controller in month end and year-end financial analysis and will provide explanations to key information and data resulting from variances to different balances.
Provide ad hoc information and reports to support business decisions as and when requested for by the Financial Controller.
Ensure that all accounting information is captured accurately within the timetables set for month end and year end reporting.
Maintain all general ledger balances and schedules on a monthly basis and will reconcile all outstanding matters on a timely basis.
Create intercompany invoices on a monthly basis
Support the Finance Manager during the preparation of budgets and forecasts and will provide information to support assumptions and estimates in compiling these budgets and forecasts.
Administration of payroll for all staff including employee claims and deductions and will ensure that all disbursed amounts are adequately backed up with necessary approvals from department heads before submission for approval to the Financial Controller.
Will be the key point of support for detailed internal and external audit programs for the service entities.
Will submit and comply with all tax regulations on a timely basis • Will be responsible for the preparation of local statutory financial statements for all service entities.
Approve bank transactions, reconciliations and obtaining approval by senior management.
Any other tasks assigned by the Financial Controller to this role from time and time and not covered above.
Diversity & Inclusion
We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

The Individual
University degree in Accounting or related field
SAP experience is an advantage
Computer literacy (advanced Excel skills), competency in use of all programs within MS Office Suite and aptitude for learning specialised software programs.
Extensive years of related experience in a senior finance role with a background from a big 4 audit firm
Experience of working in a multinational and multicultural environment is an advantage
Solid communication skills, both verbal and written with a strong orientation for customer focus and teamwork.
Direct experience of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait preferable
Language skills in English and Arabic are required.
Must be decisive, driven and conscientious and interact well in a team environment whilst demonstrating leadership.
Possess excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to multi-task and manage a wide range of activities.
Strong customer service skills including phone etiquette and the ability to handle stressful situations with resilience and tenacity.
Self-motivated, reliable, and accountable individual.
The ability to make good judgments by thinking quickly and broadly.
Ability to work under pressure and strict deadlines
Organised and systematic
Work environment is typically considered an office environment during normal or extended business hours.
About Smiths
At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 23,000 colleagues, based in 55 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

About Smiths Detection
Smiths Detection is a global leader in threat detection and screening technologies for aviation, ports and borders, urban security and defence. With more than 40 years of field-tested experience, we deliver the solutions needed to protect society from the threat and illegal passage of explosives, prohibited weapons, contraband, toxic chemicals and narcotics. Every minute of every day our technology and our people make the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is part of Smiths Group, a global leader in applying advanced technologies to markets in threat as well as contraband detection, energy, medical devices, communications and engineered components. Smiths Group employs around 23,000 people in more than 50 countries.

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