Chief Financial Officer | Financial Services Transformation & Development | Corporate Services

Job Requisition ID: 171803

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 A”rab 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 organisation 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.

We are currently seeking a finance professional to join the Financial Services & Transformation & Development Team in the capacity of Chief Finance Officer.

Overview of the Role

The senior executive role of FS T&D CFO works with the FS T&D Head and Executive Board members on identifying, articulating, and designing the strategic vision of the division. In addition, the CFO drives the delivery of financial performance which is aligned to the strategic plan. The CFO is a key business advisor to the business head, the  executive board, and the company shareholders, on the execution of the business strategy.

They will provide oversight of EIB, AFF, Hertz, MOOV, H*M, Leasing, Qatar, Oman and KSA, reporting directly to the head of FS & TD.

Key Accountabilities

Financial Performance

• Deliver divisional financial objectives across profit, revenue and cost controls

Business Operations Performance

• Identify risks within business units and lead in developing and delivering turnaround plans

Financial Reporting

• Control and compliance to ensure integrity and quality of financials

Process Management

• Establish business processes and process automation

Transformation

• Drive finance transformation and optimisation through people, processes, and systems

Advisory and Leadership

• Influence at all stakeholder levels including shareholders, group functions, senior executives, and automotive finance team

Business and Strategic Planning

• Lead the automotive division’s formulation and delivery of annual and quarterly financial and strategic plans and updates

Required Skills to Be Successful

• Significant amount of direct global P&L experience in financial and/or operational leadership role
• A hands-on style and “whatever it takes” attitude to get things done
• Experience with international operations, acquisitions/ divestitures, JV’s
• Exposure to Banking Sector
• Exceptional communication and inter-personal skills. Ability to work with brand and country leadership teams to create buy-in and influence at a senior level
• Build “finance transformation” to drive quality and integrity of financials and efficiency of business
• Strategic thinker, able to see big picture while maintain attention to detail
• Financial services experience not a must but preferable

What Equips You for the Role

• A finance, accounting or business qualification at degree level is required.
• Additional professional finance accreditation or qualifications are preferred.
• 15+ years overall experience
• The candidate should have experience managing large teams with a track record in driving business transformation and optimisation.

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