Associate Director - Finance - Dubai Holding Entertainment

About Dubai Holding Entertainment:

Dubai Holding Entertainment offers an impressive range of destinations and attractions that enhance the appeal and competitiveness of Dubai as an international tourism and leisure hub, with the added value of the quality of the facilities and the high standards of training, supervision, and security.

Ain Dubai, the tallest observation wheel in the world, is the jewel of the Bluewaters extraordinary and one-of-a-kind experience and is set to offer a majestic new experiential perspective from the eye in the sky across Dubai’s mesmerizing skyline.

Global Village is one of the longest established tourist attractions in Dubai having opened its doors in 1997. It offers world-class cultural and family entertainment, featuring 26 international pavilions and millions of visitors every season.

As the most recent attraction within Dubai Holding Entertainment, Dubai Parks and Resorts is the Middle East’s largest multi-themed leisure and entertainment destination comprising of three separate theme parks: MOTIONGATE Dubai, LEGOLAND Dubai and LEGOLAND Water Park.

Leading destinations and attractions by Dubai Holding Entertainment also include Coca-Cola Arena, the largest multipurpose indoor arena in the Middle East; Roxy Cinemas, a premiere theatre experience; and The Green Planet in City Walk, a destination that recreates a tropical forest and many more.

Dubai Holding Entertainment owns the largest radio network in the region. Arabian Radio Network (ARN) is the most dynamic multiplatform broadcaster in the UAE and is at the forefront of innovation. It provides advanced in-studio cameras, broadcasting on-air, online on smartphone apps and the Apple TV platform. ARN has ten radio stations, including Dubai Eye, Virgin Radio, Al Arabiya and Hit – reaching over 200 nationalities and 4 million listeners each week in seven languages.

Building on ARN’s commitment to embracing the future and being able to provide access to the best marketing platforms in the region, MPN by Dubai Holding Entertainment is a multimedia sales house, operating premium out-of-home assets, video production, event sponsorship and activations.

Job Overview:

Here's your chance to step into the role of Associate Director - Finance at Dubai Holding Entertainment. In this position, you'll take on key responsibilities that include:

Budgeting and Business Planning

• Support DHE VPF in developing and implementing the financial framework for the Group’s Business plan strategy, ensure alignment with the group shareholder mandate and integration with the operational arms.
• Responsible for the overall business plan consolidation and presentation to senior management for further approval.
• Review the operational and commercial sustainability of the business plan assumptions and financial parameters.

Management and Business Performance Reporting

• Responsible for generating the overall management reports, analysis and presentations to the top management of the organization and to the shareholder.
• Ensure the DHE consolidated monthly management reporting pack is circulated on a timely basis with all variances properly analyzed.
• Develop additional and enhance existing automated dashboards (using a BI tool) together with the IT team.
• Manage the effectiveness of the BU’s financial reporting systems by providing functional support and leadership to IT enhancement projects i.e. ERP, HFM, EPBCS, Oracle BI, Hyperion Budgeting & Planning, etc.

Forecasting

• Deliver accurate forecasts, high-quality decision support, and actionable insights to the business and support strategic decisions that grow the business.
• Forecast revenues and profitability by projecting varied business cases and scenarios. Conduct sensitivity analysis.
• Implement rolling forecasting to provide better visibility into future outcomes.
• Feasibility studies and Business case analysis - Evaluate the financial and strategic impacts of new business opportunities. Develop analytic-driven decision-making processes.

About you:

• Graduate in Accounting / Finance (MBA preferred). Professional certification such as a CPA, CFA, CA, or CMA is preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant and managerial experience in finance/budgeting and planning with a large organisation. Media and/or leisure & entertainment experience preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Timely and quality business plan consolidation and presentation.
• Accuracy and timeliness of Periodic Financial Reports and Forecasts.
• Independent, self-driven and result oriented performance and deliverables.

About the Benefits:

In the world of entertainment, Dubai Holding Entertainment is dedicated to nurturing the talents and well-being of our team members. Join our dynamic and diverse workforce to enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, exciting career development opportunities, and a collaborative and creative work environment. We strongly believe in empowering our workforce, as they play a pivotal role in shaping unforgettable entertainment experiences for tomorrow.

We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most innovative candidates who aspire to make a significant impact on the future of the entertainment industry in Dubai. At Dubai Holding Entertainment, we embrace equal opportunity and promote a discrimination-free environment where everyone's unique talents and contributions are celebrated. Join us in crafting a thrilling and extraordinary tomorrow in entertainment!