Financial Controller

Job Overview

Carter & White is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee full finance operations for a multinational luxury retail and manufacturing group. This role ensures financial governance, accurate reporting, and strategic financial planning across entities in the UAE, KSA, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Europe.

Company Overview

Carter & White is a retail company specializing in apparel, fashion, luxury goods, and jewelry, as well as fashion accessories manufacturing, operating in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Market Competitive
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience: Mid-Senior level

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare annual sales budgets for all regions in coordination with the Retail Team and CEO Group.
• Support management with financial modeling for new store openings and expansion projects.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes across all entities.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements in compliance with IFRS and local statutory requirements.
• Manage internal and external audits and coordinate with auditors across multiple jurisdictions.
• Ensure full tax compliance across GCC and European regions (VAT, customs, excise, corporate tax).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/ACCA/CMA preferred.
• Minimum 8–10 years of finance experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in luxury retail, multi-country operations, or manufacturing is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, VAT/GCC taxation, and international financial regulations.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to manage multicultural teams.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a multinational luxury retail and manufacturing group.
• Chance to lead regional finance teams and establish group-wide controls.
• Exposure to financial planning across entities in the UAE, KSA, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Europe.
• Develop strategic financial acumen in a leadership role.
• Work in a dynamic and fast-paced retail environment.