Senior Manager - Controlling | Corporate Services | GBS Controlling

Al-Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 960,000; Full time

Job summary

Al-Futtaim in Dubai seeks a Senior Manager - Controlling to lead governance, transformation, and AI-enabled initiatives within the Global Treasury Centre. The role demands coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring audit readiness, and driving treasury systems and processes improvements.

You will provide actionable insights through detailed treasury reporting, maintain alignment with budgets and forecasts, and push for automation and standardization across cash management,

Qualifications

• CA/CFA/CPA or equivalent certification is required; treasury coursework is beneficial.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant treasury experience in a large organization.
• Advanced knowledge of analytical treasury processes, banking, hedging and trade finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead governance frameworks and operating models for treasury, including policies, SOPs, SLAs, DOAs, and RACIs.
• Drive treasury transformation initiatives focusing on standardization, automation, and risk reduction.
• Oversee treasury reporting, P&L, balance sheets, and cost control; provide actionable insights.
• Ensure audit readiness and strong internal controls; coordinate with internal/external audits.

Skills

Advanced treasury analytics

Stakeholder communication

ERP systems (SAP TRM)

Power BI experience

Education

CA/CFA/CPA or equivalent

Tools

SAP TRM

Power BI

Job description

About Al-Futtaim

Established in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim is one of the most diversified and progressive privately held regional businesses, headquartered in Dubai. Operating across more than 20 countries, the Group spans automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and health. With more than 40,000 employees, Al-Futtaim represents over 200 of the world’s most recognised brands, including Toyota, Lexus, IKEA, ACE and Marks & Spencer. Driven by its purpose to enrich lives and elevate communities, Al-Futtaim focuses on digital innovation, AI, sustainable growth and strategic partnerships, creating long-term value for customers, communities and partners while building a responsible legacy for future generations.

About Al-Futtaim

Established in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim is one of the most diversified and progressive privately held regional businesses, headquartered in Dubai. Operating across more than 20 countries, the Group spans automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and health. With more than 40,000 employees, Al-Futtaim represents over 200 of the world’s most recognised brands, including Toyota, Lexus, IKEA, ACE and Marks & Spencer. Driven by its purpose to enrich lives and elevate communities, Al-Futtaim focuses on digital innovation, AI, sustainable growth and strategic partnerships, creating long-term value for customers, communities and partners while building a responsible legacy for future generations.

Job Requisition ID: 181518

Overview Of The Role:

• The Senior Manager - Controlling at the Global Treasury Centre is a pivotal role designed to support the Head of Controlling in managing strategic treasury governance activities. This includes developing comprehensive frameworks for treasury governance, leading transformation initiatives, and implementing AI strategies to enhance treasury operations. The role demands a high level of coordination with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with audit standards, and driving innovation in treasury systems and processes. The incumbent will be responsible for providing actionable insights through detailed treasury reports and maintain performance alignment with financial goals. This role operates within a large, complex organizational structure and requires a proactive and flexible approach to problem-solving and stakeholder management.

What You Will Do:

Treasury Governance and Compliance

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of Treasury governance frameworks, including Treasury Policies, SOPs, SLAs, DOAs, RACI matrix, and operating models.
• Ensure effective communication, adoption, and compliance across Global Treasury, GBS, and business divisions.
• Manage the annual review and timely closure of governance and compliance actions.

Treasury Transformation and Process Excellence

• Drive treasury transformation initiatives focused on standardization, automation, control enhancement, and operational efficiency.
• Govern strategic projects including Cash Pooling, In-House Bank, Trade Finance digitization, and Treasury technology initiatives.
• Ensure delivery of treasury projects on time and within budget while reducing manual effort and operational risk.

Treasury AI Strategy & Innovation

• Lead Treasury AI governance and innovation by establishing robust controls for AI development and deployment.
• Ensure compliance with stage-gate processes and drive adoption of AI-enabled reporting, analytics, and decision-support solutions.
• Partner with EIT and AI office to implement the AI Treasury strategy.
• Track compliance with AI governance framework and successful deployment of AI use cases.

Treasury Reporting and Financial Control

• Oversee the preparation, review, and analysis of Treasury reports, Treasury P&L, Balance Sheet positions, and treasury operating costs.
• Provide management with actionable insights.
• Ensure timely publication of Treasury Reports and alignment of performance with budgets, forecasts, and strategic objectives.
• Maintain Treasury P&L and cost variances within agreed thresholds.

Audit, Risk Management & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external audits.
• Maintain a strong treasury control environment.
• Ensure timely closure of audit findings and achieve zero repeat high-risk audit observations.

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Advanced analytical skills and thorough understanding of treasury processes.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience with ERP systems, especially SAP TRM and Power BI.
• Proven ability to manage pressure, influence colleagues, and collaborate with stakeholders.

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• CA, CFA, CPA, or equivalent certification is required; additional treasury coursework (ACT or similar) is beneficial.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience within a large organization managing treasury operations and controls.
• Advanced knowledge in analytical treasury processes, banking, hedging, and trade finance.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, particularly SAP TRM, and data visualization tools like Power BI.

We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.