Finance Manager - Fixed Assets | Real Estate | Shared Services

Job description / Role

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 A"rab 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 organisation 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:

In this role, we are looking for someone who will support the Finance Control for our Real Estate Fixed Assets, playing a vital role in driving strategic decision-making for the company. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of real estate development projects. The Candidate will partner with cross-functional teams, Regional Finance and Group Finance to ensure alignment with financial goals and objectives. The candidate will act as a business Co Pilot assisting the Financial Controller and relevant Asset Development Business Departments on the daily operations, decision making, strategic business planning, and monthly management meetings and business reviews.

The ideal candidate would be commercially oriented, process-oriented, possess excellent staff & task managerial skills, natural leader, pay close attention to detail, ensure compliance with Laws and Policies and have analytical thinking skills. This includes close interactions with the leadership team on a continuous basis. Additionally, this role will require knowledge and experience of accounting standards, real estate operations, and Egypt real estate laws and guidelines.

What you will do:
- Work with the various finance teams to deliver accurate monthly accounting close and balance sheet integrity through close monitoring and analysis of accounts.
- Compile monthly reporting packages to support CFC business reviews.
- Review monthly closing procedures and accrual bookings for accuracy (Pre-Close, During Close and Post-Close).
- Conduct and present a detailed financial analysis of the different Real Estate Development needs to ensure that any actions driven by the findings take place.

Fixed Asset Management:
- Review monthly closing procedures and accrual bookings for accuracy (Pre-Close, During Close and Post-Close).
- Ensure the accuracy and substantiation of fixed asset balances.
- Monitor project performance against approved budgets and identify potential variances.
- Capitalize completed fixed asset projects.
- Ensure compliance with fixed asset policies and procedures.
- Assist management with the handover of completed projects from asset development to asset management teams.
- Advise on CFC projects funding and establish control mechanism of cash flow. Coordinate with Treasury on the management and operation of projects financing.
- Monitor the economy across the region with a focus on Egypt Real Estate Development and advise the business on updates, risks, and opportunities.

Business Support:
- Primary interface between Real Estate Development Business Teams, Local Finance team, Shared Services Finance, Regional Finance, Group Finance, Internal and External Audit, and internal management in managing CFC finance operations related to fixed assets.
- Support the finance improvement projects, particularly in relation to reporting automation, system implementation and process improvements.
- Review all the relevant internal notes, Purchase Requisitions, and request for approvals for Capital Expenditures and ensure that they are in line with the DOA and budgets.
- Ensure that all future development capital expenditures (Capex) are raised and requested through PMWeb.

- Minimum of 7 years of experience in the field of Finance and Accounting, out of which a minimum of 3 years in the Real Estate industry.

What equips you for the role:
- Post-graduate degree in commerce / accounting / finance.
- Knowledge of management reporting, automation and accounting systems is necessary.
- Accounting / Finance qualification (CPA, CA, CMA, ACCA, CFA, CIMA), MBA is a plus.
- Knowledge of ERP Financial Software is necessary; SAP and Yardi expertise will be preferred.
- Well-versed in EAS/IAS/IFRS.
- Well-versed in preparation of Financial Statements.
- Knowledge of Egypt Real Estate Laws, Guidelines, and directives is a desired skill.

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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.