Manager - Financial Control

About the role

This position ensures the accuracy, compliance, and integrity of Sundry General Ledger accounts and internal accounts for Mashreq Bank, focusing on financial reporting, variance analysis, and risk mitigation.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct periodic reviews of Sundry GLs and internal accounts for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare and submit detailed Sundry Account reports with variance explanations and improvement recommendations.
• Perform monthly variance analysis and identify deviations from expected performance.
• Maintain and report exceptions for MB Group Sundry Accounts in Oracle for UAE, subsidiary, and overseas branches.
• Oversee financial and internal control functions, including reverse balances, abnormal balances, and GL subsidiary differences.
• Assist in monitoring charge/write‑off accounts and reporting recoveries.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of Nostro Mirror accounts for UAE.
• Manage access review functions and maintain SLA/SOP documentation.

Required profile

• Chartered Accountant (CA), ACCA, CPA or equivalent qualification.
• 6‑7 years of experience in financial reporting, accounting, or internal controls, preferably in banking.
• Proven track record managing general ledger accounts, variance analysis, and financial controls in a large organization.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of IFRS and banking regulatory reporting standards.
• Expertise in financial analysis, reconciliations, and exception management.
• Proficiency with Oracle financial systems, core banking platforms, and advanced Excel tools.