Finance Manager

Overview

Finance Manager role at TALENTMATE . Based in Dubai, with regional scope covering the firm’s offices in the UAE and Qatar. Reporting into the Head of Finance Operations, the role will drive best practices in WIP conversion, cash application, billing and collections to improve liquidity.

Responsibilities

• Working Capital Management : Monitor cash flow and working capital, including overseeing WIP and accounts receivable. Implement strategies to optimize cash flow and liquidity and enforce cost control measures where necessary.
• Billing & Collections : Drive end-to-end client billing processes with the UK Billing team to ensure invoices are issued promptly and accurately. Lead cash collection and credit control efforts by following up on overdue invoices and resolving client billing issues promptly.
• Cash allocation and invoice production on the core finance system as needed, particularly to address time differences across jurisdictions.
• Lead regular WIP and debtor review meetings with local and central teams to track unbilled work and aged receivables, taking action to expedite billing and collections.
• Where necessary, develop interim billing schedules for long-running matters to avoid invoicing delays.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Collaborate with global and regional finance teams to ensure consistency in processes, systems usage, and reporting standards. Act as the finance point of contact for Dubai and Qatar, facilitating communication with HQ and regional offices.
• Business Partnering : Advise Partners and senior stakeholders on billing and collections; work with Partners and fee earners to resolve persistent payment issues and ensure swift resolution of client billing issues.
• Budgeting & Forecasting : Partner with the UK Working Capital Lead to champion budgeting and forecasting for Dubai and Qatar offices, developing budgets and financial projections with department heads and practice groups, and providing analysis and recommendations for adjustments.
• Provide local guidance and day-to-day support for the UK Billing Team to foster a proactive, results-driven culture across regions.
• Ensure firm procedures for invoice issuance, delivery, and follow-up are efficient and consistently followed across departments.
• Continuous Improvement & Best Practices : Stay updated on law firm working capital management best practices and drive process improvements.

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What we offer

At TALENTMATE, we offer a comprehensive rewards package beyond a basic salary, with diverse benefits and well-being programs. You will be able to tailor a package to suit your needs and family. We also provide flexible benefits options and robust well-being programs.

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