Manager - Income Audit

Our client is a prominent regional player within the retail and services sector, operating under a diverse portfolio. The company is committed to delivering financial excellence and operational efficiency through a shared services model. Their culture emphasizes customer centricity, innovation, and service excellence aligned with a strong performance-driven vision.Strategic Planning & Financial Governance Support the financial reporting strategy in alignment with corporate goals Ensure compliance with IFRS, US GAAP, and local standards Track KPIs, identify performance gaps, and guide the team toward operational targets Contribute to financial risk management and special projects Income Audit & Revenue Management Lead and monitor income audit processes and GL reconciliations Ensure accurate revenue recognition and handle complex revenue-impacting transactions Issue income audit dashboards and manage audit documentation and responses Revenue Recognition Oversee compliance with IFRS 15 across business lines Collaborate with legal and sales to review contracts for revenue implications Stakeholder & Team Management Lead and mentor a team across Income Audit Act as a key escalation point for revenue-related issues Liaise with internal finance, audit, and operational stakeholders Internal Controls & Analytical Review Strengthen internal controls and support risk mitigation initiatives Perform revenue trend analysis and present insights to senior leadership Process Improvement Drive automation and process optimization initiatives Align R2R processes across subsidiaries while maintaining flexibility Recommend cost-efficiency strategies People Leadership Manage and coach a high-performing team Ensure capability development and drive a culture of service excellence Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance CA, CPA, or ACCA certification preferred Minimum 7 years' experience in income audit and general ledger operations Expertise in financial compliance, internal controls, and governance Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills Experience in a finance shared services environment is a plus Exposure to ERP systems (SAP, Oracle Fusion, Workday)Knowledge of GAAP/IFRS revenue recognition principles Regional (Middle East) experience preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr