General Manager - Business Finance

Global Access Cars Automobile Trading LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a strategic financial analyst to drive business growth through insightful analysis and robust financial planning. In this pivotal role, you will support the development of operating business plans, conduct variance analysis, and take ownership of P&L line items. Your strong analytical and problem-solving skills will be essential in uncovering key financial drivers and presenting findings to guide decision-making. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about finance and eager to drive change, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• MBA in Finance or Chartered Accountant with strong numerical skills.
• 3-5 years experience in e-commerce or startups preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support development of business plans and financial models.
• Manage P&L line items and conduct variance analysis.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Numerical Skills

Time Management

Education

MBA in Finance

Chartered Accountant

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Google Sheets

Google Slides

Job description

MBA/PG Diploma in Business Mgmt (Finance)

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Job Description

What will you drive?

Strategic Planning & Forecasting:

• Support the development of operating business plans by aligning organizational goals with functional strategies. Drive high-quality inputs to build robust, bottom-up financial and operational plans for short, medium, and long-term growth.
• Assist in monthly P&L reviews, board meeting decks, business plans, and MIS reports by working closely with FinOps and Controllership teams. Deliver insightful analysis on financial and business metrics.

Budgeting & Variance Analysis:

• Compare actual performance with budgets and forecasts. Identify variances, explain root causes, and recommend improvements to drive financial efficiency.

Root Cause Analysis (RCA):

• Leverage data to uncover key drivers impacting financial outcomes. Present findings clearly to help business teams make informed decisions.

P&L Ownership:

• Take end-to-end ownership of P&L line items through detailed analysis of general ledger (GL) accounts and business drivers.
• Support on-demand financial modeling and analysis to meet evolving business needs.

CEO Reporting & Communication:

• Contribute to monthly CEO reports, highlighting key financial insights and trends.

Treasury Support:

• Manage local banking relationships, support onboarding of new funding structures, ensure regulatory compliance, prepare documentation for debt capital activities, and respond accurately to investor due diligence.

Desired Candidate Profile

What’s Under the Hood? (a.k.a. What We’re Looking For)

• An MBA in Finance from a premier institution (or a Chartered Accountant with strong numerical skills)
• Good to have: 3–5 years of experience in e-commerce, digital businesses, or startups.
• Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Sheets/Slides.
• A data detective with strong analytical, problem-solving, and numerical skills.
• Proven ability to manage time effectively.
• Strong integrity and ability to handle confidential data.
• Understanding of financial due diligence and investor communications.