Finance Manager – Real Estate & Facilities Management

About this opportunity

We are seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager to oversee financial operations across our real estate and facilities management portfolio. This role requires hands-on ownership of financial control, cash flow management, compliance, and performance analysis, with direct exposure to senior management and strategic decision-making. The position plays a critical role within the business, offering scope to influence financial strategy, improve efficiencies, and strengthen governance across multiple assets and contracts. Key Responsibilities Financial Control & Reporting • Own budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting across real estate assets and facilities management operations • Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and performance dashboards • Ensure timely and accurate closing of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts Cash Flow & Commercial Oversight • Manage cash flow planning, collections, payables, and cost controls • Monitor profitability across properties, service charge structures, and FM contracts • Review contracts, SLAs, and commercial terms from a financial perspective Compliance & Governance • Ensure compliance with UAE VAT, Corporate Tax, and statutory requirements • Coordinate with auditors, banks, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities • Strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and governance frameworks Service Charges & Facilities Management • Oversee service charge budgets, recoveries, reconciliations, and cost allocations • Monitor FM-related costs, vendor performance, and contract efficiencies • Provide financial input into contract renewals and negotiations Management Support & Strategy • Act as a financial business partner to senior management • Provide financial insights to support investment decisions, pricing, and growth initiatives • Identify financial risks, opportunities, and areas for operational improvement Candidate Requirements Mandatory • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field • 5–8+ years of UAE experience in real estate and/or facilities management finance • Strong knowledge of UAE VAT, Corporate Tax, and regulatory frameworks • Experience with ERP systems and property management software • Proven ability to manage end-to-end finance operations independently Preferred • CPA / ACCA / CA qualification • Experience working with multi-asset or multi-entity portfolios • Background in owner-managed or fast-paced real estate environments Key Competencies • Strong commercial and analytical mindset • Hands-on, detail-oriented, and proactive • Confident working with senior stakeholders • High integrity, discretion, and accountability