Financial Controller & Business Analyst

Job Description : Financial Controller & Business Analyst Dubai. This is a company going through a significant growth journey with an amazing brand that is already a market leader. Do you have 5+ years of work experience in the Finance sector, with at least 2 years of experience in a similar position? Are you looking to join a leading Food business that is looking to expand substantially in the region and beyond? Are you an ambitious, eager professional that is looking to join a business that believes in people development and career growth opportunities? If you can answer yes to these questions, then apply today! KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Controlling Maintains accurate chart of accounts reflecting accounting policies and procedures. Establish & develop internal controls function and related procedures. Efficiently manage financial audits and related tasks throughout the year, keeping books audit-ready. Provide appropriate guidance to the accounting team ensuring the accuracy of books of accounts and clear understanding of IFRS & related accounting policies. Maintain clean & reconciled balance sheet accounts with signed-off schedules on monthly basis. Management of cash flow, specifically focusing on timely collection and maintaining clean status of receivables and develop banking relationships. Manage Capex spend along with Fixed Assets tracking and ensure the safeguarding of assets. Ensuring compliance with statutory law and financial regulations and forthcoming tax regulations. Co-lead ERP implementation and development and IT support in general. Financial Planning & Analysis Co-lead financial budgeting process including development of functional cost packs with relevant cost owners. Prepare detailed analysis of actual vs. budget for revenue and each cost pack. Co-lead budget revisions and frequent forecasts / estimates. Supporting preparations of financial reviews and joint venture business proposals/projections. Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with the leadership team and their teams. Develop predictive models depicting key financial and operational relationships. Cost Controlling Focus on cost management vs. budget agenda through a constant and in-depth review of costs. Proactively work with procurement team ensuring strict adherence to established policies and procedures including Authority Matrix. Co-lead cost efficiencies and cost reduction initiatives with operations & procurement team. Develop and maintain continuous ROI analysis for specific costs. Use data/analytics to monitor and review plans to hit or exceed targets and drives continuous improvement. Develop strict inventory control measures, conduct scheduled and surprise audits to ensure constant monitoring targeting zero inventory losses. Manage ad-hoc statistical reporting as required. KEY INGREDIENTS Qualifications: CA or Inter CA or Equivalent 8+ years of work experience; at least 2-3 years in similar role Finance experience with a strong focus on Operational, Commercial and or Strategic Business Analysis Excellent communication, planning and problem-solving skills Excellent execution skills and multi-tasking ability; disciplined and ability to handle high-pressure situations Experience in managing & developing small team. Effective communication and presentation skills. Strong collaborative mindset; loves working in a team environment Demonstrated ability to influence and build trusted working relationships with internal business partners and external customers. Exposure to Oracle NetSuite or equivalent ERP is a must. Exposure to manufacturing setup is preferred.

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