Interim Finance Manager

Job Title Interim Finance Manager Company Overview IG Group is a publicly‑traded FTSE250 Fin Tech company that operates mobile, web and desktop platforms for trading stocks & shares, leveraged products, Futures & Options and Crypto.With more than 340,000 users across 18 countries and products in 16 regions, we are global, ambitious and focus on high autonomy, cross‑functional teamwork and sustainable growth.Location & Assignment Based in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). This is a 12‑month assignment within the APAC & ME Finance function of IG Limited.Your Team & Reporting You will report directly to the Finance Manager (or Senior Executive Officer in their absence) with a dotted line to the Finance Officer.What You'll Do Day‑to‑day responsibility for meeting DFSA regulatory and statutory filing obligations. Exposure to DFSA and UAE tax rules is an advantage.Financial management and process control over financial reporting.Review daily reports (debt, broker reconciliation, exposure, cash, etc.).Lead month‑end processes, preparation of annual financial statements and support internal, external, regulatory and ad‑hoc audit fieldwork, and UAE tax filings.Assist with daily client money and asset segregation calculations and monthly reports.Proactively review regulatory consultation papers, provide analysis to senior management, and monitor implementation timelines.Build strong relationships with risk and compliance to support external reporting requirements and with other Financial Controllers across the group to drive consistency and continuous improvement.Drive continual process improvement and maintain effective oversight of operations performed by the Finance Operations and Financial Control team in Krakow & Bangalore.Establish and maintain financial controls over financial reporting in compliance with IFRS, reviewing and challenging processes for continuous control and operational improvement.Support the Company with tax matters impacting the entity, including assistance with various tax return preparations.Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders (treasury, tax, finance operations) and external stakeholders (auditors).Review monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts (accruals, prepaid, property, plant, equipment, inter‑company accounts).Set up and maintain documentation around new processes built under own responsibility.Drive forward and support the closure of any internal and external ad‑hoc requests.Support the Group on topics owned (e.g., remediation of audit findings).Providing administrative support and completing ad‑hoc submissions as needed.Key Qualification Requirements At least 3 years of accounting experience and strong IFRS skills.Excellent understanding of financial statements and related risks.Strong analytical skills with the ability to resolve daily financial and operational issues independently.Ability to document and map systems and requirements in detail.Team player comfortable working in an international environment.Excellent communication skills, both technical and non‑technical, including regulators and auditors.Fluent English in writing and speaking.Self‑motivation and organizational skills, able to manage time and task lists effectively.How We Work We employ a hybrid working model with four days in the office, balancing collaboration and flexibility. Our core values are: Lead and Inspire – Drives trust, alignment, and enthusiasm.Think Big – Focus on problems that most impact commercial outcomes.Champion the Client – Understand and prioritize client needs.Deliver at Pace – Push for fast, sustainable growth.Raise the Bar – Take ownership, be accountable, and share feedback.We are committed to diversity, encouraging applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.The Perks Private medical insurance for employees and dependents.Life insurance cover.Pension plan.Gym memberships.Employee Assistance Programme.Access to learning and career development hub and free Linked In Learning.Application Only one opening. Join us for this exciting journey – apply now#J-18808-Ljbffr