Assistant Manager - FP&A I Real Estate I Shared Services

Robinson & Co (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Dubai seeks a Financial Manager to oversee revenue management within the real estate sector. The role involves ensuring accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis while collaborating with various business units. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in financial management, data analysis, and relevant qualifications. Join a dynamic team to drive financial success and support strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial and management accounting.
• Experience in real estate and mall accounting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely completion of monthly accounting closes and financial reporting.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts in collaboration with various departments.
• Develop reports and financial analyses for internal and external purposes.

Skills

Data Analysis

Financial Modeling

Communication

Teamwork

Education

CA/CPA/CIMA/ACCA/CMA

Finance Degree

Tools

SAP/BPC

YARDI

Power BI

Job description

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Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions: automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. The organization's entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enable it to grow and expand, responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers every day.

Overview of the role:

The primary objective of this position is to deliver financial management decision support and oversight for revenue within the DFC, AFRE (Residential/Commercial), and Malls sectors. Responsibilities include overseeing daily accounting activities, month-end closing processes, and collaborating closely with the business to develop plans, budgets, forecasts, and conduct monthly variance analyses for designated assets. This role will actively support business decision-making and provide insightful feedback.

What you will do:

Responsible for:

• Ensure timely completion of monthly accounting closes for revenue, financial reporting, cash flow forecasting, and balance sheet integrity. Verify that balance sheets are substantiated monthly with appropriate schedules and sign-offs.
• Contribute to developing business management relationships through monthly reviews and recommending improvement initiatives.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts in collaboration with various departments to ensure the reliability of key assumptions. Control and monitor the operating budget, investigating variances as necessary.
• Re-forecast the budget during quarterly financial reviews, recommending upward or downward adjustments based on market conditions and business needs.
• Contribute to finance improvement projects, especially regarding reporting automation and process enhancements.
• Develop reports and financial analyses for internal and external purposes.
• Coordinate with business teams to ensure smooth information flow and act as a bridge between business and finance for accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with RESI/COMM and Malls Finance teams to analyze all financial aspects of the portfolios.
• Oversee the consolidation of revenue and the preparation of KPIs across various entities within the real estate group to ensure accurate reporting.

Job Context:

The primary objective of this position is to deliver financial management decision support and oversight for revenue within the DFC, AFRE (Residential/Commercial), and Malls sectors. Responsibilities include overseeing daily accounting activities, month-end closing processes, and collaborating closely with the business to develop plans, budgets, forecasts, and conduct monthly variance analyses for designated assets. This role will actively support business decision-making and provide insightful feedback.

Required skills to be successful:

Job-Specific Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI)
• Extensive knowledge of financial packages such as SAP/BPC, YARDI, ARIBA, and/or other ERP systems
• Proficient in data analysis and financial modeling, with the ability to interpret complex data sets and create robust financial models to support strategic decisions.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Excellent management and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Professional knowledge of financial management principles
• Experience in training and coaching teams

What equips you for the role:

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:

• CA/CPA/CIMA/ACCA/CMA or a Finance Degree with extensive knowledge of financial management and accounting systems
• Experience in business development and process improvement
• Knowledge of Power Queries, Power Pivot, Power BI, YARDI, and SAP is advantageous

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial and management accounting
• Experience in real estate and mall accounting is preferred