MCV Finance Business Partner

DP World; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World is seeking a Finance Analyst in Dubai to drive vessel-level P&L analysis, variances, and performance insights. You will own receivables, review balance sheets, and deliver cashflow analyses to support strategic decisions.

You will develop short-route financial models for pricing, benchmark against the market, and lead select finance projects with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Finance domain with 2–3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong financial acumen with understanding of accounting principles and analytics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; advanced Excel; knowledge of financial modelling and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Vessel-by-vessel P&L analysis, variance analysis and provide insights on line item performance.
• Implement revenue early trend analysis and red-flag analysis (idle fleet).
• Receivable control – ownership of the receivables and recovery.
• Balance sheet reviews and cashflow analysis with sufficiency insights.
• Design short route financial models for pricing decisions and benchmark against market.

Skills

Financial analysis

Advanced Excel

Power BI

PowerPoint

Communication

Education

Finance degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

MAJOR ACTIVITIES/DELIVERABLES

• Vessel-by-vessel P&L analysis, variance analysis and provide insights on line item performance
• Implement revenue early trend analysis and red-flag analysis (idle fleet), quarterly initiatives review for MCV
• Receivable control – a complete ownership of the receivables and recovery
• Balance sheet reviews
• Cashflow analysis and delivering cash sufficiency analysis
• Design short route financial models for pricing decision
• Competition benchmarking - market research
• Review the Charter Party / Contracts and highlight clauses / provisions which should requires specific sign-offs from the Ex-Com; further summarize the revenue maximization opportunities (Demurrage, Bunker claims etc.) on existing as well as upcoming contracts
• Ensure that the billing summary is reviewed and implement efficiency / improvement in billing and receivable collection
• Strengthening operational and financial processes (order to cash, contract management, country risk management /credit policy etc.
• Implement robust financial controls and compliance procedures
• Proactively lead select commercial and cost excellence projects - review bunkering, port charges
• Support Head of Business Performance for MCV valuation (retain or sell analysis) or strategic decisions (JV structuring options, agencies etc.)
• Create handy data book for Corporate Finance Controller/Head of Business Performance on key metrics / performance (excel repositories and dashboards)
• Support the Budgeting and quarterly reforecast process (setting excel templates, analysis, engagement with cross-functional teams etc.)
• Finance support for the bi-weekly / monthly review calls
• Active participation in daily operational / commercial meetings and being single point of contact for commercial – operational stakeholders (Finance representative)

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Qualification in Finance domain, with proven experience in a similar role for at least 2 to 3 years
• Strong financial acumen with a solid understanding of accounting principles and analytics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, advanced Excel required. Advanced knowledge of financial modelling and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power point, Power BI).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

COMMUNICATION AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Functional Managers, Operational Teams, Department Heads, and Finance Teams across the organization, Senior Leadership and Executive Committees, Internal Auditors and Risk Management Teams.
Tax Consultants, External Auditors, Vendors, Contractors, and Suppliers, Banking Institutions, Financial Advisors, and Insurance Providers, Regulatory Bodies, Government Agencies, and Legal Advisors, Customers and Investors (if applicable).