Business Reporting Analyst

Job description / Role

Business Reporting Analyst - AF Motors HO

Al-Futtaim is regarded as a pioneer in the Gulf region's Automotive industry and encompasses every aspect of the Automotive business; from passenger and commercial vehicles and construction equipment sales and service, to used car sales and rental and leasing.

A comprehensive network of showrooms and service centres covers the UAE and Gulf region providing customers with convenience, choice and the highest standards of after sales service. Al-Futtaim represents some of the world's most popular and desirable automotive brands including; Toyota, Lexus, Hino, Honda, Volvo, Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge.

Today, Al-Futtaim Motors is synonymous with Toyota and Lexus, which enjoys undisputed leadership in the UAE in terms of the largest number of vehicles on the road. Besides Toyota, AF Motors also holds exclusive franchises for some of the world's top automobiles and automotive products like Hino - Japan's leading heavy-duty vehicle manufacturer, Toyo & Chen shin/ Maxxis tyres, GS & Panasonic batteries and many more.

To provide full back-up support to these world-class franchises, AF Motors have an established network of showrooms and service & parts centres throughout the UAE.

We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Business Reporting Analyst to join the Toyota team in Dubai. The incumbent will be responsible for providing analytical / commercial / Information support to the Toyota Management team, to contribute to performance reviews / operational decision making and improvement plans in meeting the company profitability & financial objectives.

The key accountabilities of this role will include:
* Annual plans and Rolling Forecast - Support in the preparation of annual plans and periodical reviews
* MIS and Management reporting
* Preparation of monthly management reports and presentation for management board
* Reporting and analysis for Toyota brand including a strong KPI focus
* Support BUFM in divisional performance reviews and variance analysis
* Co-ordinate and support AFSS team in GL review and accounting related issues
* Review manage and check incentive schemes and payments
* Working Capital and Cashflow
* Review and advise the management in all aspects of working capital planning by analysing historical data and validating underlying assumptions
* Review and Monitor Divisional / Branch level overdue and follow-up with the Divisional team for corrective actions.
* Commercial Support
* Provide analytical support in evaluating divisional pricing strategies, specific focus on FX risk
* Support review of procurement process / analysis and control
* To support and advise in capex and project evaluation and prepare feasibility reports
* Assist rents and leasing division directly with all aspects of accounting / financial analysis and policy development
* System and process Development - Advice and support AFSS and business units in system and process development for new initiatives and existing process improvements. Become a SAP super user and a key project member in the proposed implementation of SAP BW

The job entails analytical and information support to business units in achieving the financial and profitability objectives. The job holder coordinates with the BUFM and divisional senior management teams in delivering the above objectives. The jobholder will liaise and support AFSS team on a continuous and daily basis in interpreting the financial records and ensuring accuracy within the management information systems.

Requirements

* Degree in Accounting / MBA - Finance / Newly qualified Chartered Accountant
* 5 years similar experience (at least 3 years audit experience)
* Strong accounting knowledge
* Advanced systems skills in particular MS Excel and preferably in SAP
* Ability to manage and understand a large, complex, multi branded business
* Good communication skills
* Ability to handle multiple assignments
* Be a strong team player with a positive can do attitude

About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.