Job Purpose:The Senior FP&A Manager is a key member of the UAE Finance team and Cartier Executive Committee and is pivotal to the achievement of the financial results of the business. The role provides fundamental support to the commercial and financial strategic direction of the Brand within the UAE market.Based in Dubai, the position oversees the financial monitoring of the UAE business performance with key focus on the annual budget, rolling forecasts, latest estimates, strategic plans and financial KPIs.You will be considered a leader of the UAE FP&A community driving FP&A initiatives, promoting best practices and elevating the professional competency of the UAE finance function.This position reports to the Director FP&A and is the essential business partner of the UAE Brand Director and the key contact for Regional and Headquarter Finance teams.As a Senior Manager you will have 1 direct report in support of your role.Main responsibilities:

• Leading financial planning activities: including monthly/quarterly forecast and variance analysis, annual budgeting, strategic plans, and budget presentations
• Performing activities linked to the closing of monthly actuals, as per the Group's reporting deadlines, with adherence to IFRS
• Building and maintaining dashboards and reports of key operating and financial performance indicators
• Driving insightful analysis and financial visibility through financial modelling and scenario analysis to enable strategic and operational decision-making
• Working closely with the UAE Brand Director and department heads to identify areas of opportunity or concern
• Providing recommendations and guidance on actions necessary to achieve financial targets, accelerate growth, manage cost
• Reviewing capital investment requests for retail and wholesale channel development to support growth initiatives
• Supporting initiatives to promote financial knowledge and KPI adherence across commercial teams
• Contributing to the development of a strong compliance culture within the UAE Finance function and the Brand
• Establishing a strong working relationship with the Regional and UAE Finance leadership teams and supporting initiatives at the discretion of the Regional Director FP&A

Leadership Skills:

• Proactive development of your direct report
• Creating and promoting a positive and supportive work environment
• Becoming a respected reference for the broader UAE FP&A team
• Providing strong and independent advice to the Brand executive committee

Personal Qualities:Experience:

• BA/BSc degree Finance/Accounting or Business; CPA or MBA (or equivalent) preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial controlling / FP&A, or working within a similar environment
• Strong base knowledge of accounting, finance, and operational principles
• Solid budgeting/forecasting/reporting background
• Experience in managing complex structures with multiple stakeholders
• Willingness for personal growth with ability to motivate and lead a team
• Experience in working under pressure, adherence to tight deadlines and strong ability to identify priorities
• Proven ability to work with all levels of management and develop key relationships

Essential Skills & Knowledge:

• High learning agility, able to deliver within a dynamic environment
• Proficient use of SAP ERP, financial queries in SEM & BW and data visualization tools (Sap Analytics Cloud, Power BI, Looker Studio)
• Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint with strong presentation skills and ability to synthesize and simplify complex financial arguments
• Strong analytic, organization and problem-solving skills
• Strong team mindset and project management skills
• Ability to work with cross functional teams
• Fluent (spoken and written) in English

Attributes:

• Integrity and Credibility
• Strong Business Acumen
• Results Oriented and Driven
• Calm Under Pressure
• Problem Solver Under Pressure
• Curious and Inquisitive
• Ability to Delegate Effectively

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