Senior Manager - Finance Operations

Overview

About Us

Core42, a leader in AI-powered cloud and digital infrastructure, is driving transformative technology solutions globally. Leveraging advanced resources and partnerships, Core42 empowers clients to harness sovereign AI infrastructure, especially in sectors with stringent regulatory needs. With a mission to redefine digital transformation, we combine sovereign capabilities with scalable, high-performance compute infrastructure, positioning Core42 at the forefront of AI innovation in the Middle East and beyond.

The Opportunity

The Senior Finance Manager – Finance Operations will lead and oversee Core42’s Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), and General Ledger (GL) functions. This role is critical to ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong financial controls, timely close cycles, and full compliance with IFRS and group policies.

The role plays a key part in supporting business scalability, optimising cash flow, strengthening financial governance, and maintaining financial integrity across Core42’s operations. The Senior Finance Manager will act as a trusted finance partner to the business while driving operational excellence across end-to-end finance processes.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Control

• Own end-to-end AR, AP, and GL processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
• Ensure monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities are delivered on time and to a high standard.
• Maintain robust internal controls, reconciliations, and audit-ready documentation.
• Oversee journal entries, accruals, prepayments, intercompany accounting, and balance sheet integrity.
  
  

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Lead billing, collections, and revenue recognition processes in line with IFRS.
• Drive improvements in DSO, cash collection, and dispute resolution.
• Partner with Commercial, Sales, and Legal teams to resolve billing and contractual issues.
• Monitor credit risk and customer exposure.
• Review trade receivable ageing, run the ECL model on a quarterly basis and assess the requirement of provision for doubtful debts
  
  

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Oversee invoice processing, and payment cycles and ensure timely payments to vendors.
• Ensure compliance with approval matrices, delegation of authority, and payment terms.
• Strengthen vendor relationships while maintaining cost discipline and controls.
• Ensure accurate accounting of expenses, accruals, and vendor balances.
  
  

General Ledger (GL)

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of the GL, including chart of accounts governance.
• Lead balance sheet reviews and monthly variance analysis.
• Support consolidation and group reporting requirements where applicable.
• Drive standardisation and best practices across accounting processes.
• Coordinate with finance business partners and Corporate HQ teams for monthly closing of books, analyse the numbers reported and make comparison with prior years and budgets.
  
  

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead, coach, and develop AR, AP, and GL teams, fostering accountability and high performance.
• Act as a key finance partner to internal stakeholders across Core42.
• Collaborate closely with FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Internal Audit, and external auditors.
• Support Finance Director with ad-hoc analysis, reporting, and strategic initiatives.
• Develops and implement processes necessary to ensure accurate, timely and meaningful sharing of financial information to key stakeholders.
  
  

Process Improvement & Systems

• Drive continuous improvement, automation, and efficiency across finance operations.
• Support ERP and system enhancements (e.g. MSD365, Coupa, Oracle, SAP, or equivalent).
• Ensure data quality, reporting accuracy, and process scalability aligned to Core42’s growth.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• 10+ years progressive finance experience, including leadership of AR, AP, and GL.
• Experience in large, complex, or fast-growing organisations (technology, government-linked, or multinational preferred).
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and internal control frameworks.
• ERP experience (MSD365/Oracle/SAP or similar).
  
  

What Working At Core42 Offers

With a diverse team of 1,100+ employees from 68 nationalities, we foster an inclusive, innovative and collaborative environment. At Core42, we foster a culture grounded in trust, accountability and high performance. We are united by our values: Grit, where we overcome challenges with resilience and determination, Passion, which drives us to pursue excellence in everything we do, and Impact, as we aim to inspire progress and create meaningful change. Our team members thrive in an environment where each person’s contributions propel us forward, and together, we commit to achieving extraordinary results.

• Competitive Salary: We offer an attractive salary package based on your skills and experience
• Yearly Bonus: In recognition of your contributions, you will receive a performance-based annual bonus
• Exclusive Discount Cards: Access special benefits with Esaad and Fazaa cards, offering discounts across a wide range of services
• Premium Family Insurance: We provide comprehensive health coverage, including dental, vision and life insurance, ensuring the well-being of you and your family
• Learning & Development: We offer access to top-tier learning platforms to help you grow in your career. Learn at your own pace with unlimited access to premium courses.

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