Finance Business Partner – Digital Technology & Value Chain

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Title: Finance Business Partner – Digital Technology & Value Chain

Location: Abu Dhabi

Position Type: Full Time

Reports To: Manager FP&A-Value Chain

Department: Corporate Finance

What Will Your Day Look Like?

The Finance Business Partner – Digital Technology & Value Chain activities with a specialized focus on partnering closely with the Digital & Technology (D&T) organization on operating expenditure (Opex), capital expenditure (Capex), and project portfolios. The role acts as the primary finance partner to the D&T leadership team and ensures strong financial planning, governance, analytics, and investment tracking across all D&T initiatives.

In addition, the role supports Group-level Capex consolidation and provides end‑to‑end financial insights across the Value Chain including Procurement, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain. This is a Group-level analytical role requiring close coordination across multiple markets and business functions.

How Will You Make an Impact?

1. Group FP&A Support

• Consolidate financial submissions across markets and business units for FP&A cycles.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and alignment with Group reporting standards.
• Support monthly forecasting, budgeting, and long‑term financial planning.
• Maintain reporting templates, definitions, and governance frameworks.

2. Business Partnering with Digital & Technology (Major Focus Area)

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the Opex and Capex budgeting process for D&T including infrastructure, software, cybersecurity, digital products, licenses, AMS/support, and innovation projects.
• Challenge assumptions, validate submissions, and ensure alignment with Group strategic priorities.
• Track actuals versus forecasts, analyze variances, and proactively highlight risks and opportunities.

Project Financial Management

• Partner with D&T project leads to evaluate business cases including ROI, NPV, IRR, and strategic alignment.
• Monitor project spend, timelines, and expected benefit realization.
• Ensure financial governance and transparency across the full digital project portfolio.

Operational Support & Cost Management

• Work closely with D&T leadership on cost optimization initiatives, financial discipline, and budget reallocation where necessary.

3. Group-Level Capex Activities

• Consolidate Group Capex plans (Budget, Forecast, and Latest Estimate) across markets and functions.
• Review Capex requests for financial accuracy, policy compliance, and strategic alignment.
• Track Capex execution and provide insights on spending trends, risks, and project performance.
• Develop and maintain Capex dashboards and reporting for senior leadership.

4. Leadership Reporting – Month-End Insights

• Support preparation of month‑end financial decks for Group Leadership covering FP&A, D&T, Capex, and Value Chain performance.
• Provide clear financial insights, highlight key trends, and deliver high‑quality commentary.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of reporting materials.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional qualification preferred: CA, ACCA, CMA, or CPA.

Experience

• 4–7 years of experience in FP&A or Finance Business Partnering roles.
• Experience partnering with IT, Digital, or D&T functions is highly preferred.
• Exposure to Group-level or multi-market financial consolidation.
• Understanding of Value Chain finance across procurement, manufacturing, and supply chain.
• Experience in FMCG or manufacturing environment is mandatory.

Technical Skills

• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities.
• Advanced Excel skills with experience using ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Good understanding of Capex governance and IT cost structures.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, particularly with technical teams.
• Ability to challenge assumptions constructively while building trusted partnerships.
• Comfortable working with large datasets and multiple data sources.
• Highly organized, proactive, and detail‑oriented.

What This Role Offers

• Direct partnership with Group D&T leadership and involvement in key digital initiatives.
• Exposure to Group-level decision making and strategic investment planning.
• Cross‑functional collaboration across markets and the full value chain.
• Opportunities to drive digitalization within FP&A and improve financial processes.

Grow with Agthia – For the Better

Agthia Group is one of the region’s leading Food & Beverage companies, with a growing international footprint. We are a publicly listed company on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) and part of ADQ, one of region’s largest holding companies.

Rooted in Abu Dhabi since 1978, we've grown into a global presence, operating in countries including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Turkey, and Jordan. We’ve built a diverse portfolio of over 35 market-leading brands across Water & Food, Snacking, Protein & Frozen, and Agri-Business – touching the lives of millions of consumers in more than 65 global markets. With sustainability at the core of our innovations, we’ve pioneered several world-first products, setting new benchmarks in industry and meeting the evolving needs of communities worldwide.

Over 12,000 people from more than 67 nationalities are at the heart of shaping our purpose driven future, supported by an agile environment which encourages collaboration, creativity, and the freedom to make a real difference. With a competitive benefits package, genuine opportunities to advance, and a focus on continuous learning and development, we’re committed to supporting your growth as we work together to deliver excellence “For the Better.”

Join us and be part of a team that's not just shaping the future of food and beverage but also making a meaningful impact on the world. Together, let's grow 'For the Better.'