Senior Finance: Planning, Forecasting & Insights

Apparel Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Apparel Group is seeking an accomplished Senior Finance Professional in the UAE to lead budgeting, forecasting and strategic financial planning. You will partner with operations and commercial teams to align plans with business growth targets and ensure timely, accurate reporting of variances and performance metrics.

The role requires strong analytics, ERP proficiency, and a track record of driving profitability through cost control and process improvements in a retail environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting; professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, CMA are a plus.
• 6–10 years of finance experience with progression in planning, reporting and controls.
• Strong understanding of financial metrics including cost analysis, variance reporting, COGS and KPIs.
• Proven experience leading budgeting, forecasting and management reporting in fast-paced retail or commercial environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and long-term financial plans aligned with business objectives.
• Analyse revenue trends, cost structures, and performance drivers to deliver insights and support strategic planning.
• Collaborate with operations and commercial teams to align financial plans with business needs and growth targets.
• Monitor budget versus actual performance, highlighting variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Conduct detailed P&L analysis, review costs and margins to identify risks and opportunities.
• Support pricing strategies, cost-saving initiatives, and process improvements to enhance profitability.
• Monitor KPIs including COGS, variance and productivity metrics with data-driven recommendations to leadership.
• Coordinate with auditors to ensure compliance and timely audit cycles.
• Prepare dashboards and management reports for senior leadership review.
• Guide and mentor finance team members to ensure accuracy and high-quality service.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

P&L Analysis

Cost Control

Financial Modelling

Cross-functional partnering

Leadership

Financial Planning

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

ACCA/CPA/CMA (plus)

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Financial modelling tools

Job description

Apparel Group is seeking an accomplished Senior Finance Professional in the UAE to lead budgeting, forecasting and strategic financial planning. You will partner with operations and commercial teams to align plans with business growth targets and ensure timely, accurate reporting of variances and performance metrics.

The role requires strong analytics, ERP proficiency, and a track record of driving profitability through cost control and process improvements in a retail environment.