UAE National Financial Controller - Process And Compliance Al-Futtaim Automotive Finance

Job Requisition ID: 171121

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 worlds 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

As a member of the Automotive Finance team, you support the Head of Process and Compliance by leading the implementation of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems and enhancements from a finance perspective for both UAE and Overseas Automotive businesses. You oversee risk assessment and process improvement initiatives to drive efficiencies, standardization, automation, and technology enablement across the division. Additionally, you champion governance and compliance initiatives through data analytics and internal controls.

What You Will Do

• Act as Finance Lead in ERP implementation & enhancements across the automotive business & finance operations with the central theme of standardization and automation
• Support in driving digital transformation initiatives to leverage technology for process automation and data-driven decision-making
• Lead efforts to streamline and standardize processes, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies and implement solutions to optimize workflow and resource utilization
• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for process optimization and compliance aligned with the organizations goals and objectives
• Identify opportunities for improvement and innovation to enhance processes, systems, and controls
• Lead efforts to streamline and standardize processes, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies and support to implement solutions to optimize workflow and resource utilization
• Support in driving Balance Sheet Substantiation implementation and rollout process, periodic reviews of misstatement, liaison and escalation of key risk areas for resolution
• Review and present necessary details/reports for Entity Level Scorecards/Issues Resolution Drive
• Ensure that all processes comply with relevant regulations and standards
• Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures
• Establish & build exception management alerts & dashboards to ensure ongoing compliance
• Conduct training and development plans for finance associates relating to process expertise, compliance, internal controls and analytical tools etc..
  
  

Required Skills To Be Successful

• Analytical and Process Oriented
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and business documentation tools
• Collaboration and teamwork
  
  

About The Team

In this role, you will be working in a fast paced and dynamic environment reporting directly to the Head of Divisional Process & Compliance.

What Equips You For The Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in Finance & Compliance
• Strong foundational understanding of finance operating systems and business processes with a compliance mindset
• Degree in Information Systems, Project Management, relevant professional qualifications & certifications (e.g., CA, CPA, CMA, SAP) is advantageous
  
  

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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