Assistant Controller
Nathan & Nathan View all jobs
- Dubai
- DH 7,000-9,000 per month
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Review monthly P&L and identify key drivers of variances (price, volume, freight, storage, FX)
- Support management with performance insights and margin analysis
- Develop and maintain financial dashboards (Power BI)
- Monitor financial impact of commodity contracts and ensure accurate accounting treatment
- Align accounting entries with trading activities (purchases, sales, shipments)
- Support reconciliation between physical and financial positions
- Post and review accruals, provisions, and journal entries
- Process and validate invoices (AP/AR)
- Ensure accurate and timely month-end close
- Ensure adherence to internal financial policies and procedures
- Maintain strong audit trail and support internal/external audits
- Improve processes and strengthen financial controls
- Work with Microsoft Dynamics 365 for financial operations
- Develop and enhance reporting using Power BI
- Support automation and AI-driven improvements in reporting and processes
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in accounting/finance roles
- Strong experience in P&L analysis, accruals, and financial reporting
- Experience with commodity trading, shipping, or logistics companies is highly preferred
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a strong advantage
- Proficiency in Power BI and advanced Excel
- Good understanding of IFRS, internal controls, and audit processes
- Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
- Experience in agri-commodity or trading environments
- Exposure to contract accounting and cost allocation (freight, storage, etc.)
- Familiarity with automation tools or AI-driven reporting
- Analytical thinking & business insight
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Process improvement mindset
- Ability to work in a fast-paced trading environment