Finance Manager M/F
Description
General information
Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.
With more than one million seats installed across the fleets of the world's leading airlines, Safran Seats is one of the global leaders in passenger, crew, aircraft and helicopter seating, delivering innovative, high value-added solutions.
Reference number
2026-191126Job details
Job title
Finance Manager M/F
Employment type
Permanent
Professional category
Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time
Full-time
Job description
As part of the establishment of Safran Seats' new manufacturing facility in Dubai, the Finance Manager will be responsible for developing and overseeing the site's financial management, controlling and reporting activities.
Acting as a key business partner to the General Manager and operational leadership, the role will ensure financial performance, cost control, regulatory compliance and effective resource allocation throughout the industrial set-up and production ramp-up phases.
The position will play a central role in implementing Safran financial standards, establishing robust financial processes and supporting sustainable growth within a complex aerospace manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
1. Financial Management, Reporting & Controlling
Lead monthly closing, financial reporting, budgeting, rolling forecasts (ROFO), and Mid-Term Plan (MTP) preparation in line with Safran standards. Analyse and monitor P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and working capital. Compare actuals vs. budget/forecasts, identify deviations, and recommend corrective actions. Establish dashboards and KPIs for performance and cost efficiency. Ensure accurate reporting to local management and Safran Seats Finance.
2. Industrial Controlling & Manufacturing Performance
Implement and maintain costing methods (standard costs, hourly rates, labour, overheads). Monitor manufacturing KPIs: cost variances, productivity, inventory, scrap, rework, and Cost of Poor Quality. Analyse production costs and profitability. Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Industrialisation to identify cost reduction and improve operational efficiency. Monitor inventory, WIP, risks, and support make-or-buy, transfers, ramp-ups with financial analyses.
3. Budgeting, CAPEX & Investment Management
Coordinate annual budgets and forecasts, aligning with industrial and workforce objectives. Monitor start-up, recruitment, operating expenses, and investments. Evaluate CAPEX proposals (machinery, equipment, infrastructure) using ROI, NPV, and DCF methods. Ensure monitoring of approved investments and budget adherence. Support assessments of new programmes and business opportunities.
4. Accounting, Compliance & Internal Control
Ensure compliance with IFRS, UAE accounting/tax standards (Corporate Tax, VAT). Oversee statutory reporting, audit prep, liaison with external advisors. Implement and maintain internal controls per Safran policy and authority delegation. Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, related-party reporting. Oversee treasury, cash flow, payment controls, working capital. Assess Dubai South Free Zone financial/tax obligations and compliance.
5. Finance Set-up, Systems & Business Partnering
Set up local finance systems and reporting tools. Support ERP integration and alignment with operations. Act as Finance Business Partner, advising management teams and promoting financial discipline and continuous improvement.
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Candidate skills & requirements
- Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related discipline.
- Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CMA or equivalent is highly desirable.
- 5+ years of experience in financial management, industrial controlling or manufacturing finance, preferably within an international industrial group.
- Strong experience in aerospace, automotive or complex manufacturing environments.
- Good understanding of IFRS and UAE financial, tax and regulatory requirements.
- Strong knowledge of industrial cost accounting, manufacturing variances and financial performance management.
- Excellent analytical thinking, financial judgement and problem-solving skills.
Job location
Job location
Mideast, United Arab Emirates
City (-ies)
Applicant criteria
Minimum education level achieved
Master Degree
Minimum experience level required
More than 8 years