Accounting & Audit

Employment:

Full Time

Our client, a UAE based private equity group is hiring for a Finance Manager/Fund Accountant with experience in fund accounting and financial reporting for funds. This role would suit an individual with experience working for either a global investment firm, large real estate investment firm, or global fund services firm. The successful candidate would like have trained within a Big 4 accounting firm in a developed market, and hold an ACA/ACCA/CPA chartership or similar.The role:• Financial reporting and management accounts for the funds and it’s subsidiaries/SPVs• NAV calculation and reporting• Plan and coordinate with external auditors for statutory audits• Provide analysis and reporting on valuation of assets• Preparation of financial information for investor updates and investor packs

The candidate:• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CPA)• Big 4 trained • Excellent knowledge of IFRS• 5+ years experience in accounting for a private equity firm/real estate investment firm/global fund services firm• Must be willing to be based in Dubai

Venture Search is an international banking & financial services search firm, combining technology and human skill to enhance all aspects of the hiring process.
By combining advanced search technology and a market-leading team, we are able to attract the most talented candidates in the banking and financial services sector.
Here at Venture Search, we are passionate about building world-class teams and delivering long-term recruitment solutions. Venture’s focus spans multiple facets of the global Financial Services industry, including Banking, Non-Banking Financial Institutions, Buyside, Fintechs, and Advisory firms. More

Employment:

Full Time

Venture Search – Governance, Risk, & ComplianceOur client, a financial institution based within the DIFC in Dubai, are looking for an experienced compliance and MLRO manager to join their team. Candidates should have previous experience as the authoirised individual for either a DFSA or FSRA regulated firm, category 3 or above.The role:· Monitor all regulatory risks and potential compliance issues across the middle east business· Operate as key point of contact with the FSRA for all regulatory matters· Develop, oversee, and maintain a regulatory risk framework· Work with senior management and colleagues to embed a compliance culture throughout organizationResponsible for any relevant requirements of the business with respect to AML

The candidate:· Minimum of 3-5 years experience in either FSRA or DFSA compliance· Previously held authorized individual status· Able to work with senior stakeholders across multiple locations· Degree level education, preferably with a professional compliance qualification· Self starter· Fluent English, Arabic would be beneficial however not essential.Excellent accuracy and attention to detail

Venture Search is an international banking & financial services search firm, combining technology and human skill to enhance all aspects of the hiring process.
By combining advanced search technology and a market-leading team, we are able to attract the most talented candidates in the banking and financial services sector.
Here at Venture Search, we are passionate about building world-class teams and delivering long-term recruitment solutions. Venture’s focus spans multiple facets of the global Financial Services industry, including Banking, Non-Banking Financial Institutions, Buyside, Fintechs, and Advisory firms. More

Employment:

Full Time

• Advanced Microsoft Office (World, Excel & Powerpoint) • Interest of pursuing SOCPA, ACCA

• Bachelors in Accounting and Finance • 2 years experience of Tax/ Audit/ Accounts • Basic knowledge of IFRS / IAS

Through its continuous endeavor and stable development, Industrial and commercial bank of China (the Bank) has developed into the top large listed bank in the world, possessing an excellent customer base, a diversified business structure, strong innovation capabilities and market competitiveness. The Bank has its presence in six continents, and its overseas network has expanded to 47 countries and regions.The Bank provides comprehensive financial products and services to 6,271 thousand corporate customers and 567 million personal customers by virtue of the distribution channels consisting of 16,092 domestic institutions, 426 overseas institutions and 1,545 correspondent banks worldwide, as well as through its E-banking network comprising a range of Internet and telephone banking services and self-service banking centers, forming a diversified and internationalized operating structure focusing on commercial banking business and maintaining a leading position in the domestic market in the commercial banking sector. In 2018, ICBC ranked the 1st place among the Top 1000 World Banks by The Banker, ranked 1st place in the Global 2000 listed by Forbes for the sixth consecutive year, and took the 1st place among the Top 500 Banking Brands of Brand Finance for the third consecutive year.

ICBC pays great attention to business expansion in Middle East. It is the earliest Chinese bank to set up business institution in the area and also the Chinese bank with the largest number of institutions and the biggest business size in Middle East so far. Riyadh Branch is ICBC’s fifth branch in Middle East after Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha and Kuwait. More

Employment:

Full Time

Requirements: • Basic Microsoft Office (World, Excel & Powerpoint) • Internship experience of Tax/ Audit/ Accounts • Interest of pursuing SOCPA, ACCA

• Bachelors in Accounting and Finance • Command on English

Through its continuous endeavor and stable development, Industrial and commercial bank of China (the Bank) has developed into the top large listed bank in the world, possessing an excellent customer base, a diversified business structure, strong innovation capabilities and market competitiveness. The Bank has its presence in six continents, and its overseas network has expanded to 47 countries and regions.The Bank provides comprehensive financial products and services to 6,271 thousand corporate customers and 567 million personal customers by virtue of the distribution channels consisting of 16,092 domestic institutions, 426 overseas institutions and 1,545 correspondent banks worldwide, as well as through its E-banking network comprising a range of Internet and telephone banking services and self-service banking centers, forming a diversified and internationalized operating structure focusing on commercial banking business and maintaining a leading position in the domestic market in the commercial banking sector. In 2018, ICBC ranked the 1st place among the Top 1000 World Banks by The Banker, ranked 1st place in the Global 2000 listed by Forbes for the sixth consecutive year, and took the 1st place among the Top 500 Banking Brands of Brand Finance for the third consecutive year.

ICBC pays great attention to business expansion in Middle East. It is the earliest Chinese bank to set up business institution in the area and also the Chinese bank with the largest number of institutions and the biggest business size in Middle East so far. Riyadh Branch is ICBC’s fifth branch in Middle East after Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha and Kuwait. More

Employment:

Full Time

Venture Search – Governance, Risk, & ComplianceOur client, a financial institution based within the DIFC in Dubai, are looking for an experienced compliance and MLRO manager to join their team. Candidates should have previous experience as the authoirised individual for either a DFSA or FSRA regulated firm, category 3 or above.The role:· Monitor all regulatory risks and potential compliance issues across the middle east business· Operate as key point of contact with the FSRA for all regulatory matters· Develop, oversee, and maintain a regulatory risk framework· Work with senior management and colleagues to embed a compliance culture throughout organization· Responsible for any relevant requirements of the business with respect to AML

The candidate:· Minimum of 3-5 years experience in either FSRA or DFSA compliance· Previously held authorized individual status· Able to work with senior stakeholders across multiple locations· Degree level education, preferably with a professional compliance qualification· Self starter· Fluent English, Arabic would be beneficial however not essential· Excellent accuracy and attention to detail

Venture Search is an international banking & financial services search firm, combining technology and human skill to enhance all aspects of the hiring process.
By combining advanced search technology and a market-leading team, we are able to attract the most talented candidates in the banking and financial services sector.
Here at Venture Search, we are passionate about building world-class teams and delivering long-term recruitment solutions. Venture’s focus spans multiple facets of the global Financial Services industry, including Banking, Non-Banking Financial Institutions, Buyside, Fintechs, and Advisory firms. More

Employment:

Full Time

A new opportunity has come up with a financial services company in Dubai. Our client is looking for a Finance Manager. Reporting to the CEO, you will have the responsibility to analyze the daily financial activities and subsequently provide advice and guidance to upper management on future financial plans.Your other responsibilities will include:Provide financial reports and interpret financial information to managerial staff .Advise on investment activities and provide strategies that the company should takeMaintain the financial health of the organization.Analyze costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results and the company’s actual performance compared to the business plans.Develop trends and projections for the firm’s finances.Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.Oversee operations of the finance department, set goals and objectives, and design a framework for these to be met.Manage the preparation of the company’s budget.Liaise with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained.Correspond with various other departments, discussing company plans and agreeing on future paths to be taken.

To be successful on this role, you need to meet the following criteria:BS/MA degree in Finance, Accounting or EconomicsProfessional qualification such as CFA/CPA or similar will be considered a plusShould be in a leading role and previously worked as a financial analystExtensive understanding of financial trends both within the company and general market patternsProficient user of finance softwareA solid understanding of financial statistics and accounting principlesWorking knowledge of all statutory legislation and regulationsTo view other vacancies we have, please check our website (www.blackpearlconsult.com) and follow us on our social media accounts – LinkedIn / Facebook / Twitter / InstagramDisclaimer: Black Pearl will never ask for money or any form to charge our candidates just to process or consider their application for any of our available vacancies. If you happen to receive such request from any members of our staff or other individuals claiming to be part of Black Pearl, please do call our office at +9712 622 55 03 or drop us a message on our website – www.blackpearlconsult.com.

Black Pearl is a progressive, dynamic and well structured HR solution provider
that offers permanent recruitment services, HR consultancy, psychometric assessments, coaching and also professional training services for clients from different corporate sectors in the Middle East.

Like a rare and unique black pearl, we consider our partnership with our clients and job seekers as a fine, precious and valuable encounter that needs to be affirmed, developed and supported with a strong commitment to deliver not only the right services but the best in the industry.

Our aim is to meet and exceed the expectations of our clients, strategically offering Black Pearl services that are customized to the unique requirements of our clients and job seekers alike, resulting in effectively achieving goals and all that is required in this ever evolving and competitive market. More

Employment:

Full Time

Our client is a Fund in Abu Dhabi. Working in a small, friendly team, this is a broad role which will involve assisting in all areas of financial management of the fund. We are searching for a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA) with 2-5 yrs PQE working as a Fund Accountant.You will assist in processing and controlling fund operations, the annual budgeting and planning exercise, quarterly cash -forecasting, treasury activities, compliance and regulatory filings. You will support management/shareholder reporting and Investment performance reporting. You will have a key role in developing and documenting key controls and processes and assist in the implementation of an investment management system.ResponsibilitiesFund operations• Assisting, preparing and reviewing fund transactions• Bank reconciliations• Management of fund expenses• Liaise with Investment/legal and corporate teamTreasury• Liaise with banks, brokers• Assisting in effecting treasury transactions e.g. fixed deposits, fx, forwards, treasury investments)Annual budgeting• Assist in the annual budget process• Assist in quarterly forecasting processCompliance/Regulation• Assist with annual audit process• Assist with fund filings• Assist with VAT reporting• Assist with financial statement preparation• Liaise with auditors/regulatorsReporting• Assist in preparing shareholder, management & board reports for fund and subsidiary companies• Assist in preparing materials for Investment & KPI reviews Systems, Operations & Controls• Develop & maintain sound financial controls and processes• Assist in the implementation of Investment management system• Maintain documentation and accounting system to support key financial reporting & compliance needs

• Big 4 experience• Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CMA/CPA) with 2–5 years post qualified experience• Dynamic, personable individual who is a team player• Excellent time management skills and used to working to tight deadlines• Broad hands on experience of working in a finance function• Advanced Excel • In -depth knowledge of IFRS and Investment accounting and reporting• Excellent written and spoken English• Management reporting experience• Knowledge of python, SQL or other BI programming languages• Knowledge/application of investment performance metrics• Treasury experience• ERP systems implementationThank you for your interest. All applications are viewed and evaluated according to the role requirements. We aim to contact shortlisted candidates within 2 weeks. As we often receive a high volume of applications, we are unable to reply to everyone. If you have not heard back from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. (LV)

Inspire Selection is an award winning recruitment agency, headquartered in Dubai which recruits across the Middle East region. We employ highly knowledgeable, professional consultants who are experts in connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Our reputation has been built upon our honesty, integrity and our ability to source candidates of the highest calibre right across our specialist sectors. As a result, we are recruitment partners to a wide spectrum of organisations – from leading blue chip companies to smaller, local businesses. Sectors we cover include HR, Administration, Finance & Accounting, Legal, Sales & Marketing including Digital Marketing, IT, Oil/Gas/Energy, Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Higher Education. More

Employment:

Full Time

Responsibilities: • Invoicing to clients• follow up Outstanding Payment• To maintain accurate financial information.• To record and track project costs and provide monthly updates• To Support team projects on timely basis.• To Complete monthly accounting process and completing the financial records • Maintaining the Confidentiality of the Financial Information • Maintaining of Records and Documentation related to the Finance. • Response to auditor as per the requirements• Maintaining account files on a regular basis• Agreement Reviewing• Credit Card Reconciliation.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.• 2-3 years’ experience with general accounting• Proficient in Microsoft Office knowledge and skills• Strong time management and organizational skills• Knowledge of basic accounting principles• A high degree of attention to detail• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks• Strong analytic abilities• Priority for candidates who are willing to join immediately.

A leading Pharmaceuticals Company in the UAE. More