Finance and People Operations Specialist

ON-SITE – FULL TIME – ABU DHABIApply HereAbout The RoleWe’re looking for a proactive and detail driven Finance & People Operations Specialist to join our fast-paced team. This role blends core financial operations with people support, making it perfect for someone who thrives at the intersection of numbers and people. You’ll play a critical role in keeping our internal systems running smoothly, from payment processes and budgeting to payroll support and employee documentation.ResponsibilitiesFinancial Operations:Oversee day-to-day finance activities including data entry, invoice processing, expense tracking, reimbursements, petty cash, and general account reconciliationsPrepare and submit payment requisition forms, ensuring complete and organized documentationMaintain accurate, up-to-date financial records and collaborate with external accountants for timely transaction entriesTrack and manage company budgets, flagging variances and supporting data-informed decisionsPrepare monthly reports (budget vs. actuals, cash flow statements, variance analyses) for senior leadershipSupport audits, VAT filings, and regulatory compliance in collaboration with auditors and tax consultantsContinuously improve internal finance processes and controlsUse platforms such as Xero, Alaan, Expensify, NetSuite and Excel to streamline financial data and reportingPeople Operations Support:Work closely with People team to support accurate payroll processing in coordination with payroll providersHandle employee reimbursements, bank letters, salary transfer documentation, and insurance-related paperworkMaintain confidential employee records, ensuring up-to-date documentation for payroll, visa, and complianceAssist with visa renewals, employee letters, and government portal documentation where neededAct as a liaison between People, Finance, and PRO agencies to support smooth cross-functional executionMust HavesBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field3–6 years of experience in finance or accounting rolesStrong grasp of accounting standards, financial reporting, and budgetingFamiliarity with UAE tax regulations, audit cycles, compliance frameworks and UAE Labor lawExcellent organizational discipline and attention to detailAnalytical mindset with the ability to interpret and act on financial dataConfident working independently and meeting tight deadlinesBased in the UAEFluency in English is requiredNice To HaveHave experience with Oracle NetsuiteEnjoy bringing structure to fast-moving environmentsFeel just as comfortable in Excel as you do coordinating with teamsHave a bias for action and a “how can I help?” attitudeBelieve good operations are the backbone of great businessesOrbitworks’ mission is to make space simple for organizations that want to deploy physical and virtual missions to space. Building on Loft Orbital’s heritage, Orbitworks will be the first commercial firm in the United Arab Emirates to mass-manufacture satellites. Orbitworks aims to manufacture tens of satellites annually and operates out of a 50,000-square-foot facility in Abu Dhabi.Apply Here