Finance Business Partner | Al-Futtaim Automotive
Al-Futtaim Automotive
Date: 6 hours ago
City: Dubai
Contract type: Full time
Job Requisition ID: 169431
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day
Overview Of The Role
We are looking for a Finance Business Partner to join our team in Dubai. This mid-management role focuses on steering the accounting and financial processes of Trading Enterprises business, ensuring quality financial, and driving continuous improvement.
What You Will Do
You will be part of a dynamic team that includes direct reports and collaborates closely with various departments such as marketing, IT, and customer service. The team is committed to delivering accurate financial reports and analyses, supporting business performance management, and driving continuous improvement.
What Equips You For The Role
A strong background in finance and accounting with relevant qualifications and experience
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
The ability to present concepts, recommendations, and analyses to senior management in a clear and actionable manner
A passion for continuous improvement and the ability to implement ideas that drive efficiency
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Proven ability to work with business finance teams and various stakeholders
The ability to work independently with limited supervision, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
About Al-Futtaim Automotive
A major division of the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, Al-Futtaim Automotive is an industry leader with presence in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
Our core business activities at Al-Futtaim Automotive include distribution, manufacturing, leasing and aftersales, and we are firmly established as the regional representative of some of the world’s most iconic automotive brands: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Volvo and RAM.
We are driven by a customer-centric approach, constantly pushing the boundaries on innovation, quality standards, and value-added service across our vast universe of customers - right from motoring enthusiasts to fleet operators to contractors. Our mission is to become the leader in custom-made mobility solutions by delivering nothing less than world-class omni-channel experiences.
We channel our local expertise and global trust to deliver one of the most comprehensive portfolios of mobility products and solutions, from passenger cars to SUVs, electric vehicles to high-performance motorbikes, commercial vehicles to industrial & construction equipment.
What keeps the company moving forward is a 9000-member strong team, with inspiring possibilities for growth, throughout the career path. This is Al-Futtaim Automotive and we empower talent to move forward.
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day
Overview Of The Role
We are looking for a Finance Business Partner to join our team in Dubai. This mid-management role focuses on steering the accounting and financial processes of Trading Enterprises business, ensuring quality financial, and driving continuous improvement.
What You Will Do
- Carry out regular reviews of trial balances and related schedules, identifying key accounting and process issues
- Monitor the monthly closing of books and ensure the recognition of robust financials within group timelines
- Drive continuous improvement in monthly closing activities and identify process improvement opportunities
- Support the balance sheet preparation and loading process during forecasts and budgets
- Perform regular financial reviews and variance analysis to ensure business performance aligns with budgets and forecasts
- Collaborate with business stakeholders and branch management in planning and reviewing the budget and forecast processes
- Prepare various financial reports and analyses for management
- Oversee sales accounting and cash control, ensuring compliance with company procedures
- A qualification in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent
- 4-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the automotive industry
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and preferably SAP BPC, SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), Tableau, Alteryx, and Power BI
- Excellent communication, analytical, written, and interpersonal skills
You will be part of a dynamic team that includes direct reports and collaborates closely with various departments such as marketing, IT, and customer service. The team is committed to delivering accurate financial reports and analyses, supporting business performance management, and driving continuous improvement.
What Equips You For The Role
A strong background in finance and accounting with relevant qualifications and experience
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
The ability to present concepts, recommendations, and analyses to senior management in a clear and actionable manner
A passion for continuous improvement and the ability to implement ideas that drive efficiency
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Proven ability to work with business finance teams and various stakeholders
The ability to work independently with limited supervision, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
About Al-Futtaim Automotive
A major division of the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, Al-Futtaim Automotive is an industry leader with presence in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
Our core business activities at Al-Futtaim Automotive include distribution, manufacturing, leasing and aftersales, and we are firmly established as the regional representative of some of the world’s most iconic automotive brands: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Volvo and RAM.
We are driven by a customer-centric approach, constantly pushing the boundaries on innovation, quality standards, and value-added service across our vast universe of customers - right from motoring enthusiasts to fleet operators to contractors. Our mission is to become the leader in custom-made mobility solutions by delivering nothing less than world-class omni-channel experiences.
We channel our local expertise and global trust to deliver one of the most comprehensive portfolios of mobility products and solutions, from passenger cars to SUVs, electric vehicles to high-performance motorbikes, commercial vehicles to industrial & construction equipment.
What keeps the company moving forward is a 9000-member strong team, with inspiring possibilities for growth, throughout the career path. This is Al-Futtaim Automotive and we empower talent to move forward.
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