Finance Business Partner

Dubizzle; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Business Partner to join their Commercial Finance team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting, providing essential support to various stakeholders. Your expertise in financial modeling and strong analytical skills will help drive business performance and inform strategic decisions. This dynamic environment offers the chance to work closely with senior management and contribute to key financial initiatives that shape the organization’s success. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in finance.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business drivers and present findings to executives.
• Manage corporate reporting processes and financial forecasts.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Financial Modeling

Excel Proficiency

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Business Acumen

Education

Graduate degree in Accounting or Finance

Qualified Accountant

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Hyperion

Adaptive Insights

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

As a Finance Business Partner, you will be part of the Commercial Finance team, primarily responsible for analysis and reporting, budgeting and forecasting, and providing financial support to various stakeholders within the business.

In this role, you will:

• Identify business drivers, perform analysis, implement new procedures, and present findings to senior executives.
• Support understanding of individual business units and assist local accounting teams in improving accounting policies.
• Manage corporate reporting processes, including annual budgeting, long-term financial and cash flow forecasts, monthly/quarterly reviews, weekly metrics, and forecast updates.
• Assist in analyzing business opportunities and investments.
• Lead and participate as a key finance stakeholder in cross-functional teams, promoting best practices throughout the organization.
• Perform ad-hoc analyses as required.

Requirements

• Graduate degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Qualified accountants preferred, with strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in building, managing, and analyzing financial reports and forecast tools.
• Proficiency in Excel for financial modeling.
• Understanding of financial statements and the key drivers influencing the P&L.
• Experience with business transformation is a plus.
• Strong financial analysis and modeling skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, comfortable interacting with senior management.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is advantageous.
• Highly analytical, detail-oriented, with high intellectual curiosity.
• Self-driven, proactive, and motivated to grow within a dynamic, fast-paced team environment.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Technical Financial Skills
• Ability to interpret financial data, perform ratio analysis, and develop financial models and forecasts.
• Expertise in creating detailed budgets and tracking performance.
• Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas) and financial software such as SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, or Adaptive Insights.
• Ability to produce clear, concise financial reports for management and stakeholders.

• Business Acumen
• Understanding of how various business functions contribute to financial outcomes.
• Ability to think strategically, understand market trends, and align financial goals with business objectives.
• Knowledge of industry trends, market forces, and competitor behavior.

• Communication and Relationship Building
• Skill in communicating complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and influence decision-making.
• Experience in presenting financial data to senior management or boards.

• Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights.
• Offering practical solutions to cost control, profitability, and investment challenges.

• Project Management
• Experience managing financial aspects of projects, including budgeting and ROI analysis.
• Ability to allocate resources effectively across projects and departments.