Business Services
Reliable, regulator-focused finance leadership for DFSA-regulated businesses.
Kaynat Advisory provides outsourced Finance Officer services for DFSA-regulated firms. Our Finance Officers work closely with the Senior Executive Officer (SEO), Compliance Officer (CO), Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), Board of Directors, and external auditors to maintain a strong financial governance framework.
- Appointment as the designated DFSA Finance Officer
- Oversight of IFRS-compliant accounting and financial reporting
- Monitoring compliance with DFSA prudential requirements
- Preparation and submission of regulatory returns through the Electronic Prudential Reporting System (EPRS)
- Capital adequacy and liquidity monitoring
- Preparation of annual financial statements
- Coordination and management of external audits
- Financial planning, budgeting and forecasting
- Development and implementation of finance policies, procedures and internal controls
- Client money reconciliation and safeguarding oversight
- Regulatory support during DFSA inspections and reviews
- Board reporting and financial governance advisory
Beyond Compliance
Beyond Compliance — Strategic Financial Advisory
Our expertise extends beyond regulatory reporting. We help firms strengthen their finance function and improve business performance through:
Accounting & Financial Advisory
- Design of accounting policies and procedures
- IFRS implementation and technical accounting support
- Management reporting
- Financial process optimisation
Business Advisory
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Cost accounting programmes
- Budgetary control systems
- Management information reporting
- Financial planning and analysis
Strategy Advisory
- Business strategy support
- Financial restructuring
- Performance improvement initiatives
- Operational efficiency enhancement
Cost Control & Risk Management
- Cost optimisation
- Financial risk assessment
- Internal control framework design
- Governance enhancement
- Business process improvement
Why Choose Kaynat Advisory Finance Services?
Our expertise extends beyond regulatory reporting. We help firms strengthen their finance function and improve business performance through:
We provide experience in
- DFSA Regulatory Requirements
- IFRS Financial Reporting
- Corporate Tax
- UAE VAT
- Financial Governance
- Capital Adequacy Monitoring
- External Audit Coordination
- Financial Planning & Analysis
Whether you require a permanent outsourced Finance Officer or additional support for your internal finance team, we deliver practical, regulator-focused solutions tailored to your business.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got Questions ?
What does a DFSA Finance Officer do?
A DFSA Finance Officer oversees financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and prudential monitoring, working closely with the SEO, CO, MLRO, and Board of Directors.
Do I need an outsourced Finance Officer if I already have an internal finance team?
Not necessarily — many firms use outsourced Finance Officer services alongside an internal team for specialist DFSA regulatory expertise and independent oversight.
What is the Electronic Prudential Reporting System (EPRS)?
EPRS is the DFSA's system for submitting regulatory returns, including prudential and capital adequacy reporting.
How does this differ from standard accounting or bookkeeping services?
Beyond day-to-day accounting, this service includes DFSA regulatory compliance, capital adequacy monitoring, and Board-level financial governance.
Can Kaynat Advisory support us during a DFSA inspection?
Yes. We provide regulatory support and documentation preparation during DFSA inspections and reviews.
Partner with Confidence
Focus on growing your business while we manage your financial governance and regulatory obligations. Speak to our Finance Officer specialists today to discuss how we can support your DFSA-regulated business with reliable, experienced and independent finance leadership.