Finance Manager

Lead a finance function with real business impact Broad regional leadership role * Lead the finance and administration function across the Oman business * Manage and develop a team of three finance and administration professionals * Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual financial close activities * Prepare management accounts, board reports and detailed financial analysis * Monitor business performance through budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis * Develop rolling forecasts and cash flow projections * Drive improvements in profitability, working capital and financial performance * Ensure accurate balance sheet reconciliations and maintenance of financial records * Review revenue recognition, accruals, prepayments and financial adjustments * Monitor project profitability, job costing and project accounting activities * Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable and treasury operations * Establish and maintain strong financial controls and governance procedures * Ensure compliance with local taxation, VAT and statutory requirements * Lead external audits and maintain audit-ready documentation * Manage relationships with banks, auditors, government bodies and external advisers * Oversee finance systems and ensure data accuracy and integrity * Identify opportunities for automation, reporting enhancements and process improvements * Partner with operational leaders to support strategic and commercial decisions * Deliver financial insights and recommendations to senior management * Support business planning, investment decisions and special projects Sector Finance & Accounting Subsector Finance Manager Industry Industrial / Manufacturing Where Oman Contract type Permanent Consultant name Cheyenne Coutinho Job reference JN-PHONE_NUMBER Desired Candidate Profile * Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline * Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA or CMA preferred * Minimum 8-10 years of progressive finance experience * Previous leadership experience managing a small team * Mandatory experience within service-based industries * Strong management reporting, budgeting and forecasting experience * Proven experience in financial controls, compliance and governance * Experience managing audits, VAT and statutory reporting requirements * Strong understanding of cash flow and working capital management * Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills * Experience with cloud-based accounting systems * Project accounting and job costing experience would be a strong advantage * Open to candidates currently based anywhere across the GCC and willing to relocate to Oman * Opportunity to lead the finance function for a growing regional business * Broad exposure across finance, operations and commercial activities * High level of visibility and interaction with senior leadership * Relocation opportunity for GCC-based professionals * Diverse role combining strategic input with hands-on execution * Collaborative and supportive working environment * Strong career development potential within an expanding organisation