General Manager Finance - Oman Khimji Ramdas

General Manager – Finance

Experience: Minimum 20 years (Age below 45 years)

Qualification: Chartered Accountant

Preferred industry: Shipping & Logistics

Department: Finance & Accounts, MUSCAT OMAN

Location: GCC (Oman / UAE / Regional Operations)

Reporting To: Cluster Director of P&L Cluster

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Role Purpose

To lead and manage the financial strategy, planning, compliance, and performance of the Shipping & Logistics business, ensuring financial health, regulatory compliance, cost optimization, and strategic decision support aligned with business growth in the GCC region.

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Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business objectives.

• Act as a strategic partner to the leadership team for business expansion, investments, and operational efficiency.

• Drive profitability, cost control, and capital efficiency across shipping, freight forwarding, and logistics operations.

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1. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.

• Monitor financial performance vs budget and provide variance analysis.

• Support pricing strategies for shipping, freight, warehousing, and logistics services.

• Conduct feasibility studies for new projects, routes, or service lines.

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1. Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with IFRS.

• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and fixed asset management.

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes.

• Consolidate financials across multiple business units/entities.

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1. Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with GCC tax regulations (VAT, Corporate Tax where applicable).

• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities.

• Strengthen internal controls, policies, and governance frameworks.

• Ensure compliance with shipping, port authority, and logistics-related financial regulations.

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1. Treasury & Cash Flow Management

• Manage cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships.

• Optimize funding, credit facilities, and liquidity.

• Oversee forex risk management due to international shipping transactions.

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1. Cost Control & Operational Finance

• Monitor and control operational costs (fuel, freight, port charges, warehousing, fleet maintenance).

• Improve cost efficiency and margins across logistics operations.

• Drive automation and financial process improvements.

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1. Business Partnering

• Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and commercial teams.

• Provide financial insights for contract negotiations, tenders, and pricing.

• Support strategic initiatives such as expansion, mergers, or restructuring.

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1. Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team across locations.

• Ensure strong succession planning and capability building.

• Drive a culture of accountability, transparency, and performance.

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