Assistant General Manager Finance

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC); Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Futtaim Private Company (LLC) seeks an experienced financial leader to guide strategic planning, FP&A analysis and reporting for the Group Headquarters. The role focuses on budgeting, forecasting, and building robust financial processes across the corporate division.

You will oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual management reporting, drive cash flow planning, and ensure strong internal controls while embedding AI to boost productivity.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (CA/CPA) with FP&A and reporting expertise.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial oversight to support strategic planning and decision making.

Skills

Advanced analytical skills

Data-driven decision making

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

Professional Accounting qualification (CA/CPA)

Tools

SAP

FICO

BPC

Power BI

AI Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Act as a financial advisor to Group Headquarters leadership supporting strategic planning investment decisions and business improvement initiatives Guide stakeholders on finance processes Delegation of Authority DoA policies and ensuring smooth operations

Financial Oversight

Management Reporting

Ensure accurate and timely reporting for Corporate Division Schools AFEF in line with Group Policies Oversee monthly quarterly and annual management reporting

Budgeting Forecasting

Lead the budgeting process for the Corporate Division Provide forecasts variance analyses and financial planning support to inform strategic decisions Lead bi-weekly cash flow planning to ensure sufficient liquidity within approved funding limits

Performance Monitoring

Track and analyze financial performance against KPIs identifying opportunities for cost savings or recoveries improvement

Internal Controls Compliance

Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets Ensure compliance with corporate policies and external regulations

Project Systems

Partner with group functions in various projects as steering committee working group member Review approve Business Cases AFE IANS raised by central functions Focus on embedding AI into work to improve productivity

People

Lead and motivate a team of 10 Foster team member growth and development Ensure alignment with group values focusing on integrity and collaboration

Geographical coverage u u

UAE Egypt KSA Qatar Oman Kuwait Bahrain Lebanon nbsp

Advanced analytical skills with data-driven insight capabilities.Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and compliance.Proficient in SAP with excellent presentation and reporting skills.Effective leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• Professional Accounting qualification (CA/CPA) with proven expertise in FP&A, Commercial Finance, Management Accounting & Reporting.
• 12+ years of experience in Business/Group Finance & Accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, FICO, BPC) and information systems like Power BI and AI Tools.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, with strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.