Senior Manager - Finance (Factory)

GMG; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive family medical insurance

Family residency sponsorship

Flight allowances

Up to 30% discount in retail stores

Up to 20% discount in pharmacy chain

Job summary

GMG is seeking a Senior Manager – Finance (Factory) responsible for overseeing finance operations in a manufacturing setting. You will ensure compliance with GMG's financial policies, manage audits, and drive cost optimization initiatives.

This role requires 8–12 years of experience in finance with a focus on factory environments. You will partner with factory operations to enhance financial performance and transparency, contributing to the company's growth and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in finance roles, especially in manufacturing.
• Proven experience managing factory-level finance operations.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end finance operations at the factory level.
• Ensure adherence to GMG finance policies and internal controls.
• Oversee factory finance operations, including month-end close.

Skills

Financial control

Financial reporting

Cost optimization

Compliance

Inventory accounting

Audit management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

Job Summary:

The Senior Manager – Finance (Factory) is responsible for managing end-to-end finance operations at the factory level, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and operational finance support to manufacturing operations. The role is hands-on and execution-focused, acting as the key finance partner to Factory Operations while ensuring alignment with GMG’s Group finance policies, controls, and standards. The role covers core operational finance pillars, with a strong emphasis on compliance, efficiency, and cost discipline within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure strict adherence to GMG Group finance policies, internal controls, and governance frameworks at the factory level
• Maintain strong financial discipline across all manufacturing transactions, including inventory, procurement, and production costing
• Lead and support internal and external audits, ensuring timely closure of audit findings and zero compliance gaps
• Safeguard company assets through effective control mechanisms and regular reconciliations

2. Factory Financial Operations & Reporting

• Oversee end-to-end factory finance operations, including month-end close, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Ensure timely, accurate, and insightful financial reporting aligned with Group timelines and standards
• Monitor key financial metrics (cost per unit, yield, wastage, variances) and highlight risks and opportunities
• Drive transparency and accuracy in inventory accounting and valuation
• Partner with factory operations to drive cost optimization initiatives across materials, labor, and overheads
• Analyze production costs, variances, and inefficiencies, providing actionable insights to improve margins
• Track and control factory budgets, ensuring alignment with approved financial plans
• Lead initiatives to improve productivity and reduce waste within the manufacturing process

4. Business Partnering with Factory Operations

Job Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related discipline. Master’s degree is an advantage.
• 8–12 years of progressive experience in finance roles, with significant exposure to manufacturing or factory environments.
• Proven experience managing factory-level finance operations.
• Experience working in large, structured organizations with strong governance frameworks.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
• Professional accounting qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is preferred. Costing or manufacturing-related certifications are an advantage

Why Join GMG?

At GMG, we're dedicated to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive, and engaging work environment that promotes growth, innovation, and well-being. Join us in our mission to inspire victories that make the world better – for our team, our consumers, and our communities.

What we offer?

• An opportunity to become part of diverse teams with international exposure
• Comprehensive family medical insurance
• Family residency sponsorship and flight allowances
• Up to 30% discount in our premium retail sports brand stores
• Up to 20% discount in our pharmacy chain