Group Finance Analyst

Michael Page; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage sector is seeking a Group Financial Analyst in Dubai. The successful candidate will analyze financial data, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while providing strategic financial insights to enhance overall performance. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and growth in a collaborative environment offering competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Exposure to multi-entity group financial management

Opportunity to work with a leading F&B brand

Collaborative and dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience in finance or accounting.
• Experience in FMCG, food and beverage or hospitality is mandatory.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and business partnering skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage financial models supporting financial planning.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close.
• Ensure compliance with financial and tax regulations.

Skills

Budgeting and Reporting

Financial Reporting

Financial Analysis

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics

Tools

Microsoft Power BI

MS Excel

Job description

Looking for a Group Financial Analyst who will analyse financial data, support in building financial models, and provide recommendations to management to enhance the Group's financial performance. This role is key in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, understanding business drivers, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic decisions.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established brand in the food and beverage sector operating across the UAE and Kuwait. They are recognized for their growth, innovation, and commitment to quality, providing an exciting environment for finance professionals to develop and contribute strategically.

Description

Financial Planning & Analytics
Develop and manage financial models supporting short- and long-term financial planningPerform ad-hoc financial analysis to support business needs and provide insights to senior managementCollaborate with finance managers to prepare budgets for group entities accurately and on timeRun GAP analysis to maintain budget standards and process revisions


Financial Reporting
Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close for key balance sheet and income statement accounts, including journal entries and reconciliationsParticipate in new projects through financial simulations and business plan preparationsProvide analysis and recommendations on annual / revised budgets, challenge assumptions, and propose revisionsPrepare business performance presentations, quarterly finance board decks, and coordinate monthly business unit reviewsOversee brand monthly reporting


Controlling & Compliance
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external financial and tax regulationsMaintain accuracy in reporting and ensure full compliance with regulatory requirementsPrepare and file tax returns, registrations, and other tax-related matters across all group entitiesEnsure timely and complete financial reporting to authorities and banks


Audit Preparation
Work with external auditors on annual statutory audits and financial statement preparationEnsure sales audit accuracy in line with regulatory and leasing requirementsEnsure audited financials meet regulatory standards for all entities, including Kuwait


Profile
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related fieldMinimum 4 years' experience in finance or accountingBackground from FMCG, food and beverage or hospitality is mandatoryHigh acumen of financial and accounting standards with ability to interpret statutory auditsStrong interpersonal, communication, and business partnering skillsProficiency in Microsoft Power BI and MS Excel


Job Offer
Competitive salary and benefitsExposure to multi-entity group financial management across the UAE and KuwaitOpportunity to work with a leading F&B brand in the regionCollaborative and dynamic work environment with growth opportunities

Skills

budgeting and reporting, financial reporting, financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting policies