MD - Finance Transformation and Controllership

Role PurposeThe role is responsible for end-to-end finance controllership while also leading finance transformation initiatives to drive standardisation, automation, stronger governance, and scalable global finance operations. The incumbent will act as a bridge between core finance, systems, and business stakeholders, ensuring accuracy, control, and continuous improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesFinance TransformationLead finance transformation programs focused on process simplification, standardisation, and operating model optimisation.Drive automation and digitisation across Record-to-Report (R2R), leveraging ERP, workflow tools, RPA, and analytics.Partner with Finance Systems and Technology teams on ERP upgrades, system migrations, and data quality initiatives.Identify opportunities to improve close efficiency, reporting accuracy, and management insight.Support transition of work into the GCC, including process migration, stabilisation, and performance optimisation.Establish and track KPIs, SLAs, and value realisation metrics for transformation initiatives.Finance ControllershipOwn financial accounting, close, and reporting processes across entities in line with IFRS / US GAAP / local statutory requirements.Ensure timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, with strong balance sheet substantiation and P&L governance.Oversee intercompany accounting, accruals, provisions, reconciliations, and accounting judgments.Partner with internal and external auditors to manage audits, regulatory reviews, and control testing.Maintain a robust financial control framework, including SOX / ICFR compliance where applicable.Provide oversight on accounting policy interpretation and implementation of new standards.Stakeholder & People LeadershipAct as a trusted partner to Global Finance, Business Finance, Risk, Compliance, and Technology stakeholders.Lead and develop high-performing controllership and transformation teams within the GCC.Influence senior stakeholders on control posture, transformation roadmap, and change adoption.Drive a strong culture of ownership, governance, and continuous improvement.Key Skills & ExperienceMust-have22+ years of experience in Finance Controllership, Financial Accounting, or Corporate Finance within banking, financial services, or large MNCs.Proven track record in finance transformation, automation, or large-scale change programs.Experience working with global stakeholders and GCC operating models.Global exposure Strong executive presence

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