Head of Financial Planning & Analysis
Job Description
Overview of the role
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of FP&A to join our Automotive division in Dubai. This role will support the GM Finance – Automotive FP&A with respect to divisional FP&A strategy, system developments, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
What you will do
- Lead the Divisional Financial Planning & Analysis team in supporting the General Manager-Finance and Chief Financial Officer with driving the overall strategy, system/solution development, and management reporting
- Support the preparation and monitoring of budgets and forecasts, ensuring reliability and accuracy of key assumptions
- Collaborate with Group Finance and Auto Financial Planning & Analysis in planning the Budget/Forecast process and calendar
- Lead the management reporting process, including the completion of decks, and periodic business performance reviews
- Support strategic planning and capital allocation, identifying and driving cross-business synergies
- Engage with key stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and analysis
Required skills to be successful
- Qualified in Finance (CIMA), Accounting (CA), MBA, or equivalent
- More than 10 years of relevant experience, preferably in the automotive industry
- Strong capabilities in complex financial modelling and knowledge of SAP ERP, SAP BPC
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
About the team
You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team within the Automotive division, working closely with the GM Finance, CFO, and other key stakeholders. The team is dedicated to driving financial excellence and supporting the strategic goals of the division.
What equips you for the role
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure
- Personal integrity and accountability
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow up on outstanding issues
- Readiness to persevere with difficult tasks and drive tasks to completion
- Excellent communication, analytical, written, and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to work with global finance teams and manage multiple priorities
