Plant Finance Lead Job ID : 253930

Anzaa Consultants LLP; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG multinational based in the UAE is seeking a dynamic Plant Finance Lead to oversee financial operations for a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. The role requires expertise in Capex management, FP&A, and advanced SAP proficiency, with responsibilities including financial performance optimization and compliance assurance.

Qualifications

• CA qualified with 8+ years of plant finance experience.
• Strong background in Pharmaceutical or FMCG manufacturing sectors.
• Experience in Greenfield project setups is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead all plant finance operations ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
• Oversee Capex planning, budgeting, and project financial controls.
• Drive FP&A processes – forecasting, variance analysis, and cost management.

Skills

Finance

Forecasting

Capex Management

Budgeting

Project Communication

Manufacturing

Financial Insights

Variance Analysis

Financial Reporting

Stakeholder Management

Audit Readiness

Cost Management

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Our client is a leading FMCG multinational based in the UAE. We are seeking a dynamic Plant Finance Lead to oversee financial operations for a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in the UAE. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in Capex management , FP&A , and plant finance operations , combined with a strong command of SAP . You will play a key role in driving financial performance, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making for a high-growth manufacturing environment.

Greenfield project experience is a strong advantage.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead all plant finance operations, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance

Oversee Capex planning, budgeting, and project financial controls

Drive FP&A processes — forecasting, variance analysis, and cost management

Collaborate with cross-functional teams on operational and strategic decisions

Provide financial insights to optimise plant performance and efficiencies

Ensure robust financial controls, audit readiness, and SAP system integrity

Partner with leadership to support plant expansion or greenfield projects

Act as a strong communicator between finance, operations, and senior management

Ideal Profile :

CA qualified with 8+ years of plant finance experience Strong background in Pharmaceutical or FMCG manufacturing sectors

Proven expertise in Capex management and FP&A in a plant environment

Advanced SAP (finance modules) proficiency is essential

Decisive, proactive leader with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Experience in Greenfield project setups is a strong plus

GCC work experience is an added advantage

Workplace Type In-Office

Employment Type Full-time

Experience Level mid-senior-level

Work Experience (years) 8 - 12 years

Education Master's Degree

Skills finance forecasting capex capex management budgeting project communication manufacturing financial insights plant finance operations variance analysis financial reporting stakeholder management project financial controls audit readiness sap financial controls fp&a cost management

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