Finance Performance & Reporting Unit Head JOB

Role Purpose

Finance Reporting

• Lead and manage the finance reporting unit to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Lead the preparation of comprehensive periodic management reports on budget utilization and variances, and review the investigation of related variances for control and corrective actions purposes
• Oversee the implementation of data transformation processes to convert raw, complex data into actionable information for strategic decision-making.
• Conduct detailed analyses, including the ability to analyze big data, to support management decision-making and enhance forecasting accuracy in-line with defined objectives.
• Oversee and review variances, investigate root causes, and recommend control measures for corrective actions.
• Interpret complex financial information and present findings in a clear and concise manner.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information for insightful reporting and communicate complex financial information effectively to various stakeholders.
• Drive the automation of reports to enhance efficiency and reduce reporting cycle time as per the industry’s best practices.
• Manage the development and enhancement of financial models and reporting tools for better analysis.
• Implement reporting tools to improve the analysis of reports, enhancing understanding and aiding strategic decision-making.
• Generate ad hoc reports as requested by leadership for specific projects or strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to special projects that involve complex financial reporting requirements.
• Stay up-to-date on accounting standards, regulatory changes, and financial reporting requirement.

Shared Activity

• Ensure effective cascading of the functional strategy into unit business plans to ensure vertical alignment and horizontal integration with other interfacing sectional strategies.
• Manage the effective achievement of assigned objectives through the leadership of the unit by setting individual objectives, managing performance, developing and motivating staff to maximize performance.
• Act as a role model and drive adherence to organizational values and ethics by employees of the assigned unit to foster a value driven culture within the organization.
• Manage and ensure effective implementation of functional policies, procedures and controls covering all areas of assigned unit activity so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service.
• Lead the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems, processes and practices considering global standards, productivity improvement and cost reduction.
• Ensure that all unit reports are prepared timely and accurately and meet DCT requirements, policies and quality standards.
• Comply with all relevant EHS guidelines, policies and procedures, by reporting incidents and hazards on a timely manner, and reduce consumption of natural resources to support in protecting the environment and ensure a healthy and safe work environment.

External

• Regulators

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s (Masters preferred) in Finance, Accounting, or any relevant.
• Certification such as (CFA, CPA) is a plus.
• Proven 4-6 years of experience in reporting, analysis using advances tools, or relevant.
• At least 2 years on experience in a managerial role.

Skills

• Full professional English proficiency both in speaking and writing.
• Skilled in MS Office (PowerPoint, Word and Excel).
• Proficient in financial modeling with strong quantitative skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• High level of competency in relevant software applications.
• Ability to quickly integrate with existing business software tools and knowledge of other relevant industry software
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with external and internal stakeholders and cross-functional team members
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• Self-motivated with a proven ability to complete work in a timely manner.
• Concise and engaging delivery during the presentation.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance in UAE.

February 2024