IT Finance Specialist

Kayali; Dubai; On-site; AED 257,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fragrance company in Dubai is seeking a Finance Specialist to support and maintain ERP systems, primarily Microsoft Dynamics 365. The role requires at least 5 years of ERP experience, focusing on financial modules, and offers an opportunity to enhance financial workflows. This position includes excellent benefits such as premium healthcare and professional development days.

Benefits

Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Professional Development Days

Birthday leave

Employee discounts on Kayali products

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of ERP experience specifically in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.
• Solid understanding of MS D365 F&O architecture, mechanics, and setup.
• Functional exposure to Finance and Supply Chain modules.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for financial requirements in D365 F&O.
• Manage and configure financial modules like GL, AP, AR.
• Support financial period-end closure and accurate reporting.

Skills

ERP experience

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Personal accountability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Power BI

Job description

Who We Are

Fueled by passion, KAYALI was founded in 2018 by beauty mogul and fragrance fanatic Mona Kattan. Translating to ‘my imagination’ in Arabic, KAYALI offers a modern fragrance experience inspired by Mona’s rich Middle Eastern heritage and the art of scent layering. The brand emphasizes sharing scents as a ritual, promoting smelling good as an act of self-love and goodwill. Mona collaborates with renowned perfumers and sources premium ingredients to create unique, memorable, long-lasting, and cruelty-free fragrances. Each scent tells a story through its notes and luxurious, jeweled bottles.

Our Mission

To make everyone feel like the diamond they are! We aim to build a global community of fragrance lovers by providing innovative, luxurious fragrances, education, and sharing Middle Eastern fragrance rituals with the world.

Summary

This new role offers functional expertise across supply chain, finance, HR, and warehouse teams using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations. The Finance Specialist will support, implement, and maintain ERP systems to streamline business processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather financial requirements and implement them within D365 F&O.
• Manage and configure financial modules including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Budgeting, and Cash & Bank Management.
• Support financial period-end close activities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting in D365 F&O.
• Work closely with IT and ERP consultants to resolve system issues and enhance financial workflows.
• Develop and maintain financial reports using Power BI or other integrated reporting tools.
• Provide user training and support to finance and accounting staff on D365 F&O functionalities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and company policies within the ERP.
• Assist with system upgrades, patches, and testing from a finance perspective.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation in finance operations using D365 F&O capabilities.
• Participate in projects to gather information requirements and assess project tasks.
• Review system utilization to ensure business owners maximize its potential.
• Recommend process improvements and code optimizations for existing systems implemented by third-party consultants.
• Provide excellent support to all team members.
• Collaborate with operational and ERP teams to develop comprehensive reports using Power BI and external data sources.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of ERP experience specifically in Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of MS D365 F&O architecture, mechanics, and setup.
• Functional exposure to Finance and Supply Chain modules.
• Understanding of B2C and B2B order management processes.
• Strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability.
• Business political maturity.
• Excellent conflict resolution skills.
• Outstanding oral and written communication, analytical, and creative skills.
• Finance business acumen is essential.

Benefits

• Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Find Your Magic Days.
• Volunteer Day.
• Professional Development Days.
• Birthday leave.
• Egg Freezing Benefits.
• Employee discounts on Kayali products.
• Product gifting.