Assistant Finance Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 13, 2026.
A. Financial Accounting & Reporting
The role involves managing day-to-day accounting activities while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. It includes preparing and reviewing monthly financial statements for CFO review, ensuring compliance with IFRS and internal accounting policies, maintaining general ledger integrity along with supporting schedules, performing bank reconciliations, monitoring cash positions, and supporting the monthly closing process in line with reporting timelines.
B. Working Capital & Financial Control
The position requires monitoring receivables, payables, and overall cash flow cycles, while supporting the implementation of financial controls and procedures. It includes tracking budget versus actual performance, assisting in variance analysis, and ensuring proper documentation and audit trails across all financial transactions.
C. Compliance & Governance
The role supports compliance with applicable regulations, including Oman Commercial Companies Law for SAOC entities, and assists in maintaining statutory records and regulatory filings. It involves monitoring adherence to internal policies and approval frameworks, as well as tracking banking covenants and financing obligations.
D. Audit & Coordination
The Assistant Finance Manager acts as a key coordinator for both external and internal audits, preparing audit schedules and required documentation. The role includes following up on audit observations to ensure timely closure and supporting the CFO in audit committee matters and governance reporting.
E. CFO Support & Finance Manager Coverage
The role works directly with the CFO on financial analysis, reporting, and strategic initiatives, while supporting the preparation of Board-level financial summaries and presentations. It also involves actively covering Finance Manager responsibilities in their absence or as required, taking ownership of assigned finance areas, and progressively handling the full scope of Finance Manager responsibilities.
Requirements
Key Competencies
Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting, along with basic knowledge of IFRS and regulatory compliance. The candidate must demonstrate a high level of integrity and confidentiality, supported by strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The role requires the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, as well as good communication skills to interact with internal effectively and external stakeholders. A willingness to learn and grow into a leadership role is essential.
Qualification & Experience
The candidate must be an Omani National (mandatory) and hold an ACCA qualification. A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting is required, with prior experience in an audit firm or corporate finance function considered an advantage.
Performance Indicators
The role will be measured based on timely and accurate monthly financial reporting, maintaining high-quality financial records and reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and policies. Additional indicators include timely audit support and closure of audit observations, the ability to independently handle assigned finance functions, and readiness to take on Finance Manager responsibilities.