Finance Manager

Location

Muscat, Oman. Years of

Experience

8+ years of relevant experience. Project Duration: 6 months. Working Arrangement: on-site. Language

Requirements

• Fluency in English (written and spoken)
• We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective financial controls, and sound management of project budgets, costs, and cash flows
• The role will focus on overseeing financial accounting, budgeting, forecasting, project financial management, cash flow planning, and regulatory compliance, while providing financial insights to support business and project-related decisions
• Key Requirements 8-10+ years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated finance management experience within construction, contracting, engineering, or a similar project-based industry
• Strong knowledge and practical experience in project accounting, contract financial management, and cost control
• Experience in cash flow forecasting
• Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Experience working with ERP systems and coordinating financial activities with project, procurement, and commercial teams
• Preferred Qualifications Professional accounting or finance qualification, such as ACCA, CPA, or CMA. Other Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Strong analytical and financial problem-solving skills
• Excellent leadership and team management capabilities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Key Responsibilities Oversee financial accounting, month-end closing activities, and management reporting to ensure accurate and timely financial information
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, consolidating financial inputs from project and operational teams
• Monitor project profitability, committed costs, cost-to-complete estimates, and budget variances, recommending appropriate corrective actions
• Manage project accounting activities, including work in progress, progress billings, retention balances, advances, and subcontractor payments
• Review the financial implications of contracts, variations, and claims in coordination with commercial and project teams
• Oversee revenue recognition and project cost allocation in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies
• Manage cash flow forecasts, working capital, collections, banking relationships, guarantees, and financing requirements
• Maintain effective internal financial controls, coordinate audit activities, and ensure compliance with applicable tax and regulatory requirements
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support tender pricing, capital expenditure decisions, and broader business decisions
• Lead and develop the finance team while supporting improvements in finance processes and ERP reporting
• Desired Candidate Profile 8-10+ years of relevant experience
• Professional accounting or finance qualification, such as ACCA, CPA, or CMA. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline