Finance Manager- E-Commerce/Distribution Antal International L.L.C-FZ

We are hiring a Finance Manager for one of our fast-growing clients in E-Commerce / Distribution, delivering seamless brand reach and efficient operations while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. This role will oversee the day-to-day financial operations of a fast-growing SME operating across the UAE and KSA. The role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, compliance with local regulations, and effective use of the ODOO ERP platform.

Key Responsibilities 1. Financial Operations & Reporting • Oversee daily accounting operations of all 4 legal entities (UAE & KSA). • Ensure timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing across the group. • Prepare consolidated financial statements for the group. • Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules. • Ensure accuracy and completeness of revenue, COGS, inventory, and receivables. 2. Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis • Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes. • Monitor financial performance versus budget, highlighting key variances. • Conduct profitability analysis by channel, entity, and product line. • Provide strategic insights to support pricing, margins, and working capital optimization. 3. ERP (ODOO) Oversight & Process Improvement • Act as the finance lead for ODOO ERP utilization, improvements, and reporting. • Ensure accurate configuration, data integrity, and process flow within ERP modules (Accounting, Inventory, Sales, Procurement). • Drive automation and workflow efficiency within the finance function. 4. Cashflow & Working Capital Management • Monitor cashflow and manage daily liquidity needs. • Oversee receivables collection, credit control, and follow-ups with customers. • Optimize payables, vendor payments, and banking relationships. • Support treasury operations including FX, intercompany transfers, and cash pooling. 5. Compliance, Audit & Taxation • Ensure compliance with UAE and KSA statutory requirements (VAT, Corporate Tax, Zakat, etc.). • Coordinate with external auditors for timely completion of audits. • Maintain strong internal controls and ensure adherence to company policies. • Support registration, reporting, and compliance for multi-entity operations. 6. Team Leadership & Coordination • Supervise, mentor, and develop accountants in the team. • Allocate responsibilities and ensure high performance within the team. • Foster collaboration with sales, operations, logistics, and senior management.