Lead the regional controllership function for the consulting line of business (Oliver Wyman and Mercer) across MENA
Manage monthly close processes, financial consolidation, and group reporting in line with global timelines and standards
Oversee statutory reporting, budgeting, and forecasting across multiple entities and jurisdictions
Drive revenue recognition for consulting and project-based engagements, including WIP management, percentage of completion, and IFRS 15 compliance
Ensure accuracy and consistency of revenue reporting across the portfolio
Oversee regional tax compliance, with a focus on VAT and corporate tax in the Middle East
Support transfer pricing requirements and liaise with group tax functions as needed
Stay current with evolving tax regulations across MENA markets
Maintain and strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks appropriate for a $25B+ global organization
Ensure compliance with local regulations, IFRS, and group policies
Act as a trusted finance partner to senior leaders, partners, and firm leadership at Oliver Wyman and Mercer
Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities clearly to non-finance stakeholders
Support acquisitions, integrations, and new country set-ups as the consulting businesses continue to expand across the region
Play an active role in building the financial infrastructure needed to support growth

Professional accounting qualification
ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CPA, CA, or equivalent
10-16 years of progressive experience in finance, with a strong controllership focus
Proven controllership experience within a large multinational matrix organization
Strong revenue recognition expertise, ideally in consulting, professional services, or project-based business models
Tax knowledge relevant to the Middle East
particularly VAT and corporate tax
Solid working knowledge of IFRS
Experience managing finance operations across multiple countries and legal entities
Demonstrated ability to engage with and influence senior stakeholders, including partners and business leaders

A senior finance role at the heart of one of the world's largest and most respected professional services firms
Exposure to two of MMC's highest-growth businesses in the region
Oliver Wyman and Mercer
The opportunity to shape financial operations during a period of significant regional expansion
A collaborative, high-calibre team within a truly global organization
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Career development within a $25B+ global enterprise with four world-class businesses

Regional Controller

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