Finance Manager

Job description / Role

The Finance Manager will play a key role in overseeing day-to-day financial aspects of the programme, particularly in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and monitoring activities to provide strategic financial insights that supports decision-making.

Financial Planning and Analysis
- Develop and implement financial plans aligned with the goals and objectives of the programme.
- Conduct comprehensive financial analysis and forecasts to provide insights into the programme's financial performance and support programme decision-making.
- Develop and monitor KPIs and KRIs to assess the financial health and performance of the programme. Financial Reporting
- Prepare and present regular financial reports and management packs to the Programme Director and relevant stakeholders, ensuring the reports comply with relevant accounting standards.
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits, as required. Financial Resource Allocation and Management
- Work closely with Programme Director and other key programme stakeholders to allocate financial resources efficiently and effectively.
- Monitor and control programme expenditures to ensure adherence to the approved budget.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with the programme. Financial Training and Awareness
- Provide financial training and awareness sessions to program team members as needed.

Requirements

- A bachelor's degree in Accounting and / or Finance, Business Administration or a related field. A master's degree and / or relevant accounting / finance certifications is a plus. Years o
- Proven experience in financial management, with a minimum 8+ in a managerial role, preferably in the context of large-scale transformation programs or similar corporate initiatives.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
- In-depth knowledge of IFRS.
- Excellent English written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly and concisely, particularly to non-financial stakeholders.
- Effective negotiation skills for financial aspects of vendor contracts.
- Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment inherent to transformation programs

About the Company

Established in 1979, Al Tayer Group is a privately-held, diversified company with operations in 12 countries in the Middle East and beyond. With over 7,800 employees from 95 different nationalities, the Group has its headquarters in Dubai, UAE.

Al Tayer Group operates leading, quality-focused businesses in automobile sales and service, luxury and lifestyle retail, perfumes and cosmetics distribution, engineering as well as interiors contracting. The Groups portfolio includes several of the worlds leading brands such as Armani, Bvlgari, Banana Republic, Ford, Ferrari, Gucci, Gap, Harvey Nichols and Maserati. The Group operates over 180 stores across multiple markets in the Middle East. In addition, Al Tayer Group has investments in commercial real estate, contracting, supply chain management, precision tools manufacturing and travel agency services.