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Safran AERO PREMIUM SEATING DWC-LLC à Dubaï recherche un Finance Manager pour développer et superviser la gestion financière, le contrôle et le reporting du nouvel établissement. En tant que partenaire clé du General Manager, vous garantissez la performance financière, le contrôle des coûts et la conformité réglementaire tout au long du ramp-up industriel et de la montée en puissance.
Vous mettrez en œuvre les standards financiers Safran, mettrez en place des processus robustes et soutiendrez la
Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission : contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 110 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 31,3 milliards d'euros en 2025, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés.
Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2025 » du magazine TIME.
Avec plus d'un million de sièges équipant les flottes des plus grandes compagnies aériennes, Safran Seats est l'un des leaders mondiaux des sièges pour passagers, équipages d'avions et hélicoptères grâce à des solutions innovantes et à forte valeur ajoutée.
Parce que nous sommes persuadés que chaque talent compte, nous valorisons et encourageons les candidatures de personnes en situation de handicap pour nos opportunités d'emploi.
As part of the establishment of Safran Seats' new manufacturing facility in Dubai, the Finance Manager will be responsible for developing and overseeing the site's financial management, controlling and reporting activities.
Acting as a key business partner to the General Manager and operational leadership, the role will ensure financial performance, cost control, regulatory compliance and effective resource allocation throughout the industrial set-up and production ramp-up phases.
The position will play a central role in implementing Safran financial standards, establishing robust financial processes and supporting sustainable growth within a complex aerospace manufacturing environment.
1. Financial Management, Reporting & Controlling
Lead monthly closing, financial reporting, budgeting, rolling forecasts (ROFO), and Mid-Term Plan (MTP) preparation in line with Safran standards. Analyse and monitor P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and working capital. Compare actuals vs. budget/forecasts, identify deviations, and recommend corrective actions. Establish dashboards and KPIs for performance and cost efficiency. Ensure accurate reporting to local management and Safran Seats Finance.
2. Industrial Controlling & Manufacturing Performance
Implement and maintain costing methods (standard costs, hourly rates, labour, overheads). Monitor manufacturing KPIs: cost variances, productivity, inventory, scrap, rework, and Cost of Poor Quality. Analyse production costs and profitability. Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Industrialisation to identify cost reduction and improve operational efficiency. Monitor inventory, WIP, risks, and support make-or-buy, transfers, ramp-up with financial analyses.
3. Budgeting, CAPEX & Investment Management
Coordinate annual budgets and forecasts, aligning with industrial and workforce objectives. Monitor start-up, recruitment, operating expenses, and investments. Evaluate CAPEX proposals (machinery, equipment, infrastructure) using ROI, NPV, and DCF methods. Ensure monitoring of approved investments and budget adherence. Support assessments of new programmes and business opportunities.
4. Accounting, Compliance & Internal Control
Ensure compliance with IFRS, UAE accounting/tax standards (Corporate Tax, VAT). Oversee statutory reporting, audit prep, liaison with external advisors. Implement and maintain internal controls per Safran policy and authority delegation. Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, related-party reporting. Oversee treasury, cash flow, payment controls, working capital. Assess Dubai South Free Zone financial/tax obligations and compliance.
5. Finance Set-up, Systems & Business Partnering
Set up local finance systems and reporting tools. Support ERP integration and alignment with operations. Act as Finance Business Partner, advising management teams and promoting financial discipline and continuous improvement.