Department: Reporting & Consolidation
Experience: 6-10 years
Company Name: ISS Global Forwarding UAE LLC
Company Introduction: ISS Global Forwarding is a leading provider of logistics services, trusted by international organizations across industries for its expertise and sharp focus on customer service. ISS-GF’s presence in over 60 countries means an unmatched mix of global perspective and regional know-how that adds that decisive logistical edge to your business. For more information, please click here.
Role Overview:
The Finance Manager will play a critical role in driving accurate financial reporting and consolidation across ISS Global Forwarding’s entities. Reporting directly to the Group Financial Controller, this role ensures the integrity of financial data, supports budgeting and forecasting, and provides strategic insights to aid business decisions. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in accounting standards (e.g., IFRS), a strong analytical mindset, and experience in the logistics or freight forwarding industry. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to continuous process improvement in a dynamic, global environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare and review annual financial statements in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Lead the consolidation of financial results across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitor and reconcile intercompany transactions and eliminate discrepancies.
• Conduct variance, trend, and financial performance analysis to support decision-making.
• Provide regular management reports highlighting KPIs, risks, and financial opportunities.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting cycles in coordination with business units.
• Drive improvements in reporting efficiency, data accuracy, and system automation.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls, audit requirements, and internal standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across global and regional offices.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/CMA or Master’s preferred.
• 6–10 years of experience in financial reporting, consolidation, analysis, ideally in freight forwarding/logistics.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and budget/forecast methodologies.
• Experience with accounting software DAX 365, Hyperion HFM /smart view.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Fluent in English; other languages are a plus.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.