About the company
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 Arab 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 organization 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
The Finance Business Partner acts as a strategic advisor to business units by providing financial insights, supporting data-driven decision-making, and ensuring alignment between financial performance and business objectives. The role focuses on strengthening financial control, improving visibility on performance, and supporting business growth through effective planning, reporting, and stakeholder collaboration.
What you will do
Financial operations
Support daily financial activities to ensure transactions are accurately recorded and processed on time.
Monitor invoices, payments, accruals, and financial postings.
Coordinate with Shared Services to resolve billing and cost allocation issues.
Act as a key support point for operational teams on finance-related queries.
Ensure smooth execution of finance processes and reliability of financial data.
Cash flow & working capital
Support preparation and monitoring of cash flow forecasts.
Track inflows and outflows to improve financial visibility.
Monitor receivables, payables, and accruals.
Identify risks or delays in cash flow and escalate when needed.
Support initiatives to improve cash collection and discipline.
Budgeting & forecasting
Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting cycles.
Coordinate inputs across Operations, Sales, and other departments.
Consolidate data and validate assumptions.
Assist in rolling forecasts based on actual performance.
Prepare variance analysis between budget, forecast, and actuals.
Reporting & insights
Support preparation of management reports and dashboards.
Conduct variance analysis across revenue, cost, and margins.
Provide clear financial insights to stakeholders.
Support business cases, pricing reviews, and investment analysis.
Translate financial data into actionable business insights.
Planning & reporting coordination
Ensure adherence to Group reporting timelines and standards.
Maintain accuracy and consistency in financial submissions.
Coordinate with multiple teams to support reporting cycles.
Prepare materials for leadership and review meetings.
Month-end close
Support monthly financial closing activities with Shared Services.
Review revenue recognition, accruals, deferrals, and provisions.
Investigate variances and unusual movements.
Ensure timely submission of financial reports in line with Group standards.
Accounting & compliance
Support management of accruals, prepayments, and deferrals.
Ensure proper documentation and validation of assumptions.
Maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal policies.
Ensure integrity of financial reporting.
Audit
Act as a key support contact for internal and external audits.
Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and documentation.
Respond to audit queries and track action items.
Support audit readiness and compliance.
Stakeholder support & collaboration
Work closely with Operations, Sales, Shared Services, and Group Finance.
Provide responsive and professional financial support.
Communicate clearly to resolve issues and align priorities.
Build trust through reliability and consistent service delivery.
Required skills to be successful
Strong financial analysis and business partnering skills
Good understanding of accounting principles and reporting standards
Ability to analyze data and present insights clearly
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
High attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
What qualifies you for the role
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field
Professional certification (ACCA, CPA, CMA) is a plus
4–7 years of experience in finance, FP&A, or business partnering roles
Experience in automotive or large corporate environments is preferred
Strong Excel and financial systems knowledge
Additional internal information
Reports to: Finance Manager
Band: G
Note:
You must have been an Al-Futtaim employee for at least 18 months in order to be considered.
You must inform your HRBP in confidence of your application.
Please note that this vacancy may be advertised externally in the next week so apply without delay.