Assistant Finance Manager – FP&A & Business Partnering (Indirect Costs)

Americana Restaurants; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading QSR operator in the UAE seeks an Assistant Finance Manager to oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost management across multiple brands. The role includes driving cost efficiency, providing strategic insights, and partnering with corporate functions. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s in Finance or related field, 4-7 years of experience in commercial finance, and strong analytical skills. This is an excellent opportunity to influence executive decision-making and contribute to a dynamic, growing finance function.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of relevant experience in FP&A, finance business partnering, or commercial finance, ideally in QSR, FMCG, retail, or multi-country operations.
• Strong understanding of indirect cost drivers and cost control methodologies.
• Proven experience working with cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for indirect costs across a multi-brand QSR platform.
• Develop and maintain driver-based models to track overhead trends.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports and dashboards.
• Act as a finance business partner to corporate functions for cost-conscious decision-making.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement initiatives.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Data visualization platforms (Power BI, Tableau)

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

CA / CPA / CIMA / MBA preferred

Job description

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially minded Assistant Finance Manager to join our regional FP&A and Business Partnering team. In this role, you will manage indirect costs (G&A and overheads) across a multi-brand, multi-country QSR platform, providing strategic insights, driving cost efficiency, and partnering closely with functional leaders to support data-driven decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes for indirect costs across 10 brands and 12 countries.
• Develop and maintain driver-based models to track overhead trends and analyze variances vs. budget and prior periods.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports and dashboards, highlighting key performance indicators, risks, and opportunities.
• Consolidate financial data from multiple markets and ensure accurate cost allocations and accounting treatments.
• Act as a finance business partner to corporate functions, enabling cost-conscious decision-making.
• Support procurement and vendor negotiations with financial insight and ROI analysis.
• Collaborate with country finance teams to ensure local indirect costs are aligned with regional strategy and benchmarks.
• Provide financial guidance on new initiatives and transformation projects related to overhead functions.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and work with stakeholders to implement and track initiatives.
• Benchmark indirect spend against industry standards and internal best practices.
• Support ad-hoc analysis and scenario modeling for strategic projects.
• Leverage ERP and planning tools to streamline reporting and improve data quality.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.

Education, Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; CA / CPA / CIMA / MBA preferred.
• 4–7 years of relevant experience in FP&A, finance business partnering, or commercial finance—preferably within QSR, FMCG, retail, or multi-country operations.
• Strong understanding of indirect cost drivers and cost control methodologies.
• Proven experience working with cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; proficiency in financial planning tools and data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Analytical thinker with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us

You will be part of a fast-growing, high-impact finance function within one of the region’s largest QSR operators, with over 2,500 restaurants across 12 countries. This role gives you the opportunity to shape cost strategy, influence executive decision-making, and work with a dynamic, global team committed to performance, innovation, and continuous improvement.