Al-Futtaim Job in UAE: Finance Manager R2R

Al-Futtaim is offering a job opportunity in Doha, Qatar as a Finance Manager R2R, to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures with major emphasis on(a) Quality of Financial books (b) periodical books closing and reporting (c) IFRS compliance (d) General Ledger Reconciliations & Review (e) Audit and Tax compliance.

Financial accounting:

1. Ensure the financial accounting of all companies reflects true and fair view through
2. BPC data quality to ensure correct Divisional and Group reporting.
3. Standardization of accounting schedules and implement quality review process.
4. Ensure compliance with Group accounting policies and IFRS compliance
5. Continuous improvement of GL review process for early warning signals.
6. Chart of Accounts review to ensure business and reporting requirements are maintained current and relevant.

General Ledger reconciliations & Schedule Review:

1. Reconciliation of GL Accounts, preparing ‘action-triggering’ schedules and taking timely action to resolve any issues.
2. Monthly reviews of General Ledger /trend analysis, process improvement, streamline process across companies.
3. Providing analysis and reports related to open line item in General ledger and taking required action to clear.
4. Lead and Facilitate Monthly / Semi annual / Annual books closing
5. Establish clear timeline and ownership
6. Preparing the checklist and ensuring the compliance
7. Co-ordinate with external auditors and ensure timely response, documentation and information

Audit:

1. Lead and guide the smooth completion of Annual/Semi Annual Audit
2. Ensure the smooth completion of Annual/Semi Annual Audit
3. Discuss and facilitate the External Audit;
4. Review and discuss the Audit Recommendations and Ensure implementation

• Chartered Accountant (or similar qualification)
• Minimum Experience: 7-9 years of similar experience, with a good knowledge of ERP systems.
• Job-Specific Skills:

Good accounting(IFRS) knowledge, preferably worked with Big4 audit firms, analytical, process oriented, well organised, with excellent communication skills, a team player. Should possess a good knowledge of excel and have prior experience in working with large databases. presentation skills, exposure to ERP. (Preferably SAP) and SAP BW/ BPC

• Behavioural Competencies:

1. Organisation: Should be able to plan and prioritise workload with minimum supervisory input.
2. Self-Starter: Should be able to anticipate emerging trends and issues in the books of account and initiate appropriate action.
3. Team Player: Should enjoy working in a team and be able to solve problems and resolve issues in a collaborative manner

About Al-Futtaim:

Al-Futtaim’s family business traces its origins back to the 1930s on the banks of the Dubai Creek, a trailblazer for innovative trading concepts designed to enrich lifestyles. Today, Al-Futtaim is present in 29 countries, represents over 200 companies spanning the automotive, finance, retail, and real estate industries, and it is now 42,000 people strong. Currently spanning the automotive, finance, retail, and real estate industries, Al-Futtaim’s diverse and far-reaching portfolio of brands and companies are ever-present in people’s lives, from the shores of Singapore to the sands of the UAE.

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