Description

About the Company

This is a newly set-up family office dedicated to managing and growing the financial assets of a significant family while ensuring sustainable investments. The family is primarily an asset allocator focusing on fund-of-fund and private equity investment. The team is committed to excellence, integrity, and long-term growth.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager - Finance & Operations to establish the financial operations and contribute to strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial management, operational efficiency, and motivated to grow organically within a family office. This position is based in Abu Dhabi.

Key Responsibilities

1) Financial Management

• Partner with the CFO to establish the Finance function from ground up, including the GL, systems, designing and implementing accounting process and policies, and vendor selections etc.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting, month-end closing and reconciliations
• Participate in analysis of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and financial reporting standards in accordance with IFRS
• Manage cash flow and liquidity to meet operational needs and strategic investments

2) Investment Operations

• Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Participate in capital calls, distributions, trade execution, and onboarding
• Collaborate with investment teams to assess performance and manage risks associated with the portfolio
• Manage the onboarding of new investments into the Finance and Operation systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field
• Professional qualifier in CPA
• Minimum of 8-10 years of stable experience in financial management from family offices, private equity, LPs, endowments, or similar environment
• Experience in 0-1 set-up of a Finance function is a definite advantage
• Strong understanding of financial principles including general ledger, and IFRS
• Innovative, passionate in building up an infrastructure from ground-up while working in a collaborative, high-performing, and respectful environment

What the Company Offers

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Next step

Please apply directly or email your updated CV to Mimi Chak at mchak@optionsgroup.com Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a confidential discussion.