Finance Manager

Client of Aroma City Group; Doha; On-site; QAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Aroma City Group in Doha is seeking an experienced bilingual finance professional to lead financial operations for a leading FMCG distribution firm. The role focuses on strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

You will oversee margins, working capital, IFRS reporting, ERP optimization (Oracle), audits, and executive reporting for the Group CFO. Fluency in Arabic and English is required; 12+ years in FMCG finance preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• CPA/CMA/ACCA/ACA qualifications preferred.
• Strong experience in FMCG/distribution finance and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, rolling forecasting, variance analyses and long-term financial modelling.
• Manage cost/margin control including product costing, promotional spend, rebates and profitability analysis.
• Oversee working capital and cash flow management, liquidity planning and receivables/payables cycles.
• Direct IFRS-compliant financial reporting, month-end and year-end closes.
• Oversee ERP integrity (Oracle) and automate accounting workflows.
• Coordinate audits, tax advisors, banks and regulators in Qatar, ensuring compliance.
• Prepare executive-level reporting and presentations for Group CFO and leadership.

Skills

FP&A

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Cost control

Cash flow management

Executive reporting

Stakeholder presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CMA/ACCA/ACA qualification preferred

Tools

Oracle ERP

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Our client is a leading Large company in the field of FMCG Distribution based in Doha Qatar Known for its extensive market reach and operational excellence the organization is seeking an experienced bilingual finance professional to oversee financial operations and drive fiscal performance ey Responsibilities

Main Tasks

Financial Planning amp Analysis FP amp A

Lead the annual budgeting rolling forecasting variance analysis and long-term financial modeling to support strategic business decisions

FMCG Cost amp Margin Control

Manage commercial finance operations product costing promotional spend evaluation rebate accounting and channel brand profitability analysis across the distribution network

Working Capital amp Cash Flow Management

Monitor credit risk optimize inventory valuation holding costs manage payables receivables cycles and maintain robust liquidity planning

Financial Reporting amp IFRS Compliance

Direct month-end and year-end financial closures preparing consolidated financial statements and reporting packs in compliance with IFRS and local regulatory requirements

ERP amp Process Optimization

Oversee the integrity and daily utilization of enterprise financial modules Oracle or tier-one ERP automating accounting workflows and strengthening internal control environments

Audit amp Statutory Relations

Serve as the primary liaison for external and internal auditors tax advisors banks and regulatory bodies in Qatar ensuring zero non-compliance

Executive Reporting amp Stakeholder Presentation

Synthesize complex financial performance metrics into high-impact management decks and presentations for the Group CFO and executive leadership

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA, CMA, ACCA, or ACA qualification preferred).

Experience: Minimum of 12+ years of progressive financial accounting and commercial finance experience, with substantial exposure to the FMCG / Distribution sector.

Systems & Tools: Demonstrated hands-on expertise with advanced ERP systems (such as Oracle ERP) alongside advanced proficiency in MS Excel (financial modeling) and PowerPoint (executive decks).

Languages: Fully bilingual in Arabic and English (spoken, written, and professional presentation).