Finance Projects and Strategy Expert

RHI Magnesita; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the industrial sector seeks a strategic finance professional to join their regional finance team in Dubai. The role involves developing financial models, ensuring compliance, and providing insights for business decisions. Candidates should have extensive experience in finance, particularly in FP&A, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and relocation support.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Global bonus scheme

Flexible working hours

Health, Transport, and Housing Allowance

Access to continuous learning

Relocation and visa support

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years in Finance, FP&A, or Transformation, ideally in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement internal control frameworks for compliance.
• Develop and maintain 3-year strategic financial models.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Planning

Education

CFA

CA

CIMA

MBA

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Excel

Job description

Job Description

About You

You are a strategic and analytical finance professional who goes beyond the numbers. You enjoy solving complex challenges, building financial models, and providing insights that drive business decisions.

You bring:

• 7+ years in Finance, FP&A, or Transformation, ideally in manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, compliance, and accounting processes.
• Proven skills in strategic financial modelling, business planning, and scenario analysis.
• Experience in M&A, including due diligence and investment case development.
• Hands-on SG&A planning and cost control experience.
• Proficiency in SAP S/4HANA or similar ERP systems, and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Relevant qualifications (CFA, CA, CIMA, MBA) are a plus.

About the Job

As part of the regional finance team, you will work closely with the Regional CFO to align strategy with numbers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Internal Controls & Compliance: Design and implement internal control frameworks to ensure accounting and reporting compliance. Perform regular testing and documentation of substantive procedures to support audits. Monitor financial processes for accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Strategic Planning & Business Modelling: Develop and maintain 3-year strategic financial models, support planning cycles with insights, and partner with business leaders for operational alignment.
• M&A and Business Case Development: Build financial models for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures; conduct due diligence; collaborate with legal and strategy teams for recommendations.
• SG&A Planning and Controlling: Lead budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and monitor cost trends to identify efficiencies.
• Business Partnering & Insight Generation: Provide financial insights, translate data into strategic recommendations, and support cross-functional projects.
• Process Improvement & Change Management: Lead initiatives to enhance financial processes, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and support finance transformation efforts.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary package and global bonus scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Health, Transport, and Housing Allowance
• Access to continuous learning through RHIM Academy LMS and LinkedIn Learning
• Relocation and visa support for Dubai
• Inclusive culture and global career opportunities

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