Finance Business Partner - Automotive Aftersales

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Al-Futtaim Automotive in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, seeks a Finance Business Partner to support the Global Aftersales division. You will focus on budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and management reporting to enhance profitability across aftersales operations.

The role reports to the Senior Financial Controller and requires 3–5 years in automotive aftersales finance. On-site, full-time position with strong commercial acumen and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field.
• 3–5 years in automotive aftersales financial roles.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.
• Strong financial planning and P&L analysis skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational heads to improve profitability and performance.
• Provide financial planning and analysis support for strategic planning.
• Lead inputs for budgets, forecasts, and reforecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis and identify improvement opportunities.
• Prepare feasibility studies for new products and profitability.
• Develop and monitor financial and operational KPIs by region.
• Present financial findings to senior management.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting & Forecasting

P&L analysis

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Financial planning tools

Job description

Finance Business Partner - Automotive Aftersales Job Snapshot Role: Finance Business Partner - Automotive Aftersales Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Automotive Function: Accounting-Finance Experience: 3-5 years in the automotive aftersales industry Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview Al-Futtaim is seeking a Finance Business Partner to support the Global Aftersales division in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and improving profitability across automotive aftersales operations. Reporting to the Senior Financial Controller, the Finance Business Partner will work closely with business leaders, operational heads, and finance stakeholders to evaluate financial performance, identify improvement opportunities, and support strategic decision-making. The position requires strong commercial awareness, advanced financial analysis capabilities, and a practical understanding of automotive aftersales operations. The successful candidate will lead financial and operational reporting activities, monitor key performance indicators, coordinate budgeting and reforecasting processes, and provide actionable insights that improve business performance and operational efficiency.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Automotive Function: Accounting-Finance Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Business Partnering - Partner with operational heads to improve business performance and maximize profitability.
• Provide financial planning and analysis support during strategic planning activities.
• Lead financial inputs for annual budgets, forecasts, reforecasts, and strategic business plans.
• Conduct financial variance analysis and identify areas requiring management attention.
• Prepare feasibility studies for new products and retention products to assess incremental profitability.
• Identify and support initiatives that improve financial and operational performance.
• Provide commercially focused financial recommendations to business leaders.
• Participate in operational stakeholder meetings, including aftersales service operations committee meetings, monthly closing reviews, and management meetings.

Financial Planning and Performance Analysis

• Develop and monitor financial and operational key performance indicators by division and location.
• Analyse actual business performance against budgets, forecasts, and established targets.
• Identify profitability trends, operational inefficiencies, and emerging financial risks.
• Prepare financial insights and recommendations to support timely management decisions.
• Monitor profit and loss performance and highlight opportunities for improvement.
• Track business performance through regular financial and operational reporting.
• Develop exception reports and early warning indicators to identify potential issues.
• Support operational controls and consistent financial performance monitoring.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Coordinate the annual revenue and cost budgeting process for the aftersales division.
• Support the preparation of financial forecasts and periodic reforecasts.
• Work with business heads to establish realistic financial and operational targets.
• Consolidate relevant financial information for planning and forecasting activities.
• Analyse deviations between actual results and planned financial performance.
• Recommend corrective measures where financial performance differs from expectations.
• Maintain effective planning and reporting processes that support business objectives.

Management Reporting and Business Insights

• Develop, review, and monitor monthly management reports with financial commentary.
• Prepare reports for review with the Finance Manager and AGM Finance.
• Ensure timely submission of standard monthly management reports and Board reporting packs.
• Develop and maintain business scorecards, revenue reports, pipeline reports, and other operational performance reports.
• Provide clear analysis of financial results, business trends, and performance drivers.
• Maintain an effective reporting cycle to monitor business progress and identify concerns.
• Lead improvements to the aftersales financial reporting roadmap.
• Present financial findings and recommendations to operational and senior management stakeholders.

Financial Controls and Process Improvement

• Collaborate with business heads on monthly financial closing activities.
• Support consistent accounting practices and standardized financial processes.
• Develop, implement, and monitor relevant standard operating procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency, financial controls, and operational processes.
• Support initiatives that enhance the accuracy and effectiveness of financial information.
• Promote consistent financial reporting and performance monitoring across divisions and locations.
• Work with relevant teams to address reporting gaps and operational concerns.

Stakeholder Management and Strategic Collaboration

• Build effective working relationships with finance, operations, and business leadership teams.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to support financial and commercial objectives.
• Communicate financial performance findings clearly to operational decision-makers.
• Influence senior stakeholders through evidence-based financial recommendations.
• Participate in management discussions concerning profitability, performance, and strategic priorities.
• Support the alignment of financial targets with wider business objectives.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives focused on business improvement and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor 's degree in Business or a related business discipline is mandatory.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in the automotive aftersales industry.
• Previous experience with an original equipment (OE) supplier or a major original equipment services (OES) vendor is preferred.
• Strong understanding of automotive aftersales business operations and commercial performance.
• Experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting.
• Practical knowledge of profit and loss analysis and financial performance evaluation.
• Demonstrated commercial awareness and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Experience working with business stakeholders and influencing senior management.
• Ability to interpret financial and operational information to support business decisions.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong financial and commercial acumen within the automotive industry.
• Advanced financial data analysis, evaluation, and interpretation skills.
• Excellent understanding of profit and loss statements and profitability drivers.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning capabilities.
• Ability to identify business performance improvement opportunities.
• Effective stakeholder management and interpersonal communication skills.
• Confidence in presenting financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with operational teams and finance professionals.
• Results-oriented approach with a commitment to achieving challenging performance targets.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to financial reporting accuracy.
• Ability to translate financial information into practical commercial recommendations.

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Senior Financial Controller

About Al-Futtaim Automotive

Al-Futtaim Automotive is part of Al-Futtaim Group, a diversified regional business headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The automotive business operates across vehicle distribution, sales, aftersales services, and related mobility activities. Its operations include customer service, vehicle maintenance, parts distribution, and commercial support functions. Financial planning and business performance management play an important role in supporting the division 's aftersales activities. Through collaboration between finance and operational teams, Al-Futtaim Automotive focuses on improving operational efficiency, commercial performance, and customer service outcomes.