Finance Operations Manager - UAE

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Why this role matters

As an Operations Manager, you will be primarily responsible for the Finance Department of the local UAE “Exness MENA” entity that is licensed by the UAE Securities and Commodities Authority “SCA” as a Trading Broker of OTC Derivatives and Currencies in the Spot Market. This includes managing Exness MENA Finance outsourcing arrangements with the rest of the Exness Group.

You will perform tasks related to financial procedures, accounting restrictions, and daily settlements of Exness MENA clients. You will also review client contracts and ensure their validity and the accuracy of their contents, coordinating with the compliance officer to ensure Exness MENA meets its obligations.

Your role will include responsibility for the performance of the local company, looking after the interests of its principals, safeguarding the reputation of the local company and the Exness Group, and promoting Exness Group values and culture.

What you'll actually do

• Setting up and maintaining the local Finance Function in line with the group’s strategic objectives, and liaising with group functions and companies to achieve them.
• Develop Finance policies and procedures in line with local regulatory requirements, present them to the local Board of Directors, and update them as required.
• Register with SCA as the accredited Operations Manager and act as the main point of contact with them in relation to the Operations Manager responsibilities.
• Always maintain accreditation with the Securities and Commodities Authority as the Operations Manager by fulfilling all duties imposed by the local regulation, including, but not limited to, attending the training required for the Continuous Professional Development “CPD”.
• Liaise with the local Head of Compliance to ensure that all required reports are filed with the competent authorities on time. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
• Quarterly and annual audited financial statements.
• Monthly Capital Adequacy reports.
• Monthly Client Money Segregation reports.
• Ensure accurate and timely submissions to the UAE Ministry of Finance, Federal Tax Authority and any other regulatory authority.
• Ensuring that the daily finance operations of the company run smoothly and in accordance with the relevant laws and directives.
• Draft and review Finance reports to the local Board of Directors and to group companies, including the implementation of the decisions taken during those meetings.
• Act as the main point of contact with external auditors, tax consultants and other counterparties.
• Ensure timely closure of findings raised by internal audit, external audit and any regulatory authority in relation to the Finance Department.
  

Who We’re Looking For

• University degree in Finance or related field
• Minimum of 5 year working experience in the CFD/FX industry or a relevant field
• Fluent in English, both verbal and written. Arabic is a plus but not a must.
• CISI exams are compulsory (1. UAE Financial Rules and Regulations and 2. Global Securities Operation)
• Excellent numerical and analytical abilities with the capacity to perform well under pressure in fast-paced environments.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, a genuine interest in financial markets, and a willingness to travel overseas.
  
  

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