Financial Controller

About ASTUDIO

ASTUDIO is a leading luxury creative agency delivering bold storytelling, AI-driven marketing, world-class content, and integrated digital experiences. With clients spanning government, fashion, real estate, and lifestyle sectors across the GCC and beyond, we bring creative intelligence and operational excellence together under one house.

Role Overview

We are looking for a sharp, detail-obsessed Financial Controller  to lead financial operations with precision and clarity. You will manage accounting processes, ensure accurate reporting, streamline compliance, and play a strategic role in financial forecasting and budgeting across multiple entities.

You’ll work at the intersection of creativity and control ,ensuring smooth finance operations in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the full accounting cycle, including AR/AP, month-end and year-end closing.
• Prepare and review accurate financial statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports across all ASTUDIO entities.
• Manage intercompany transactions and multi-currency consolidation.
• Ensure VAT compliance and lead monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings (UAE and other GCC jurisdictions).
• Oversee payroll reconciliation, gratuity provisions, and audit schedules.
• Collaborate closely with HR, Project Management, and Operations teams to align billing, expense tracking, and revenue recognition.
• Implement internal controls and suggest process improvements.
• Supervise junior accountants and external finance partners.
• Manage relationships with clients, auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
• Oversee collections, cashflow and AR follow-ups.