FP&A Associate I

Chalhoub Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Chalhoub Group is seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Associate to support Middle East P&L and balance sheet management. You will assist with month-end close, budgeting, and board-ready reporting, while liaising with internal stakeholders and accountants.

The role requires at least 2 years in a commercial finance role with solid FP&A experience and strong Excel skills; SAP experience is preferred. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring a hands-on, proactive approach and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a commercial finance role.
• Solid FP&A experience including budgeting, reporting, tax calculations, invoice booking, and payment processing.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with SAP preferred.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and strong communication.
• Hands-on proactive approach with team work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in month end close processes with timely and accurate reporting.
• Support in reviewing monthly P&L and balance sheet variances and provide commentary.
• Collaborate on budgeting, consolidating data and updating trackers.
• Prepare board presentation templates and assist in 3YP planning.
• Support year end audit processes and indirect tax calculations across geographies.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and Chalhoub Group's accountants as required.

Skills

MS Office Proficiency

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

As a Financial Planning and Analysis Associate for Zimmermann you will be responsible for providing financial support for the management of the P & L and Balance Sheet for the Middle East region.

Your responsibilities will include the below:

Month End

• Assist in the completion of month end close in a timely and accurate manner
• Support in reviewing assigned monthly P & Ls providing commentary on key variances to budget forecast
• Check assigned monthly balance sheet reconciliations in a timely and accurate manner
• Liaise with internal stakeholders on key variances and forecasts
• Liaise with and provide support to Chalhoub Group's Accountants as required

Budget

• Work with internal teams to gather and consolidate budget data and supporting information
• Compile and format financial budgets in line with internal templates and reporting requirements
• Communicate budget updates assumptions and timelines to internal stakeholders ensuring timely follow-up
• Update budget trackers ie marketing travel retail miscellaneous and circulate to relevant stakeholders

Board meetings 3YP

• Support Finance Manager and General Manager in the preparation of board meetings by updating & compiling various templates and support in preparing board presentations

Year End Audit

• Support Finance Manager during the year end audit process as required

Indirect Taxes

• Assist with the preparation of indirect tax calculations and returns across allocated geographies including but not limited to GST VAT WHT & Sales Tax
• Support the Finance Manager as required

You have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar commercial finance role. You have a solid FP&A experience, including budgeting, reporting, tax calculations, invoice booking, and payment processing. You have advanced knowledge of MS office, particularly in Excel. You preferably have experience in SAP. You possess a high level of enthusiasm and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You are an effective communicator. You possess a hands-on proactive approach and the ability to work in a team environment.