Assistant Manager - Corporate Finance

Job description / Role

Our client, one of the largest developers in the Middle East and North Africa region based in Abu Dhabi is currently looking for an Assistant Manager Corporate Finance who will execute an effective financial forecasting and planning process including monitoring and tracking company financial performance, Financial structuring and implementation of the financing strategy, Managing relationships with the investor community and rating agencies. Reporting to Senior Manager Corporate Finance and you will be responsible to;

Financial Structuring
Assist in implementing corporate funding strategy, evaluating the Companys financial structure and identifying various options and sources of capital including refinancing of existing facilities.
Follow-up with banks and financial institutions on Corporate and project funding arrangements.
Periodically monitor and review coverage ratios and various KPIs and issue regular reports for Executive Management and the Board.
Manage and monitor debt compliance and information requirements.

Business Plan and Forecasting:
Preparation, update and overall management of the 5 year Corporate Business Plan & Financial Projections.
Preparation and development of the Quarterly and Monthly financial reports, KPIs, and presentations in coordination with the Financial reporting function.
Review investment proposals for the Executive Management and the Board, conduct financial due diligence and prepare summary presentations for their review.
Monitor the Business Plan and Forecast for deviations and escalate to Executive Management as necessary.

Investor Relations and Credit Rating Agency Coordination:
Preparation, update and dissemination of information packs and presentations for the credit ratings agencies, equity and credit analysts, investors, and quarterly earnings calls.
Creates presentations, press releases and other communication materials for earnings releases, industry events, and presentations to analysts, brokers and investors.
Maintain the Shareholder register.

Requirements

Business capabilities
4+ years of experience in corporate finance, fundraising and financial planning & analysis.
MENA Real Estate experience preferable.

Interpersonal skills
Excellent financial analysis skills.
Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail to ensure high level of accuracy.
High level of professional and personal ethical standards.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written), adept at building strong relationships and team work.

Education
Bachelors degree in finance, or commerce, or economics or management from a reputable university.
Professional financial qualification e.g. MBA, CMA, CFA, CPA etc. is preferred.

About the Company

Budge is a leading professional Recruitment and HR Consultancy covering the Construction, Real Estate and Asset Management Sectors in the UAE and across the GCC. Established in 2003 with offices in both the UK and Dubai, we apply nearly 15 years of local knowledge working with experienced consultants and an unparalleled network of clients and applicants from around the world, bringing you a refreshing approach to recruitment.

Our specialist consultants act for every class of organisation including investment funds, developers, consultants, contractors and specialist sub-contractors. We are the preferred supplier for a number of world renowned organisations both in the UK and Middle East.

Budge is a privately owned company that prides itself in offering a complete and professional solution to like-minded organisations across the globe.