Retail Finance Leader: Budget & Governance (Dubai)

Majid Al Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,880 - 267,840; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Collaborative and diverse workplace environment

Job summary

Majid Al Futtaim in Dubai is seeking a Finance Manager for Retail Operations to support financial planning and operational performance across retail stores. The successful candidate will focus on budget planning, cost management, and ensuring compliance with finance policies while providing critical financial insights for decision-making.

This role demands a bachelor's degree in Finance and substantial experience in financial management, particularly within the retail sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in financial management or financial analysis roles.
• At least two years of experience working within the retail sector.
• Strong technical expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and performance evaluation.
• Solid knowledge of accounting standards, IFRS frameworks, and capital budgeting principles.
• Ability to present financial insights clearly to management and business stakeholders.
• Strong project coordination and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support budget planning and cost management by monitoring store expenditures and identifying financial variances.
• Recommend cost optimization initiatives that improve operational efficiency and financial performance.
• Maintain strong internal controls by ensuring store processes align with finance policies and audit standards.
• Oversee financial governance activities including fixed assets monitoring, payroll accuracy, and supplier payment terms.

Skills

Financial analysis and performance reporting

Budget planning and cost control

Retail financial governance and compliance

Inventory and shrinkage monitoring

Internal audit coordination

Financial forecasting and budgeting

Business performance insights and reporting

Team leadership and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial modeling tools

Job description

Majid Al Futtaim in Dubai is seeking a Finance Manager for Retail Operations to support financial planning and operational performance across retail stores. The successful candidate will focus on budget planning, cost management, and ensuring compliance with finance policies while providing critical financial insights for decision-making.

This role demands a bachelor's degree in Finance and substantial experience in financial management, particularly within the retail sector.