Our client is a multinational FMCG business operating in significant markets globally. They are currently looking for a Commercial FP&A Manager to oversee their operations in Middle East, and based in their Dubai offices.


Client Details

Our client, a Global FMCG business is hiring a Commercial FP&A Manager for their offices in Dubai.

Description
Prepare budgets and forecasts for the Middle East region. Compare results with actual vs. forecastProvide recommendations to improve business performanceParticipation at monthly sales meetings taking an active role in evaluating findings and forecasts, as well as identifying risks and opportunitiesMaintain a positive relationship with internal and external stakeholders within the Middle EastPartner with both internal and external sales teams to perform Joint Business Planning to drive strategic and profitable actions. Subsequently, revisit and communicate results to stakeholders regularly throughout the yearCoordinate and update monthly forecasts of sales teams where necessary (e.g. alignment of rolls at month end and alignment of current month volume to ensure accurate sales report data and ensure forecast accuracy)Share the SAP open order report on a bi-weekly basis, with a view of variances to relevant forecast rounds, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed of any changesMonitor market sales performance and accurately report back to corporate teamsUpdate monthly sales weekly and highlight any risks or variancesPerform month-end closing journal activities such as accruals, transfer pricing, reporting inter company invoices, prepayment recording, etc.Follow up with accountants to ensure that statements are prepared accuratelyEnsure that AP expenses are aligned with the legal requirementsShare the monthly trade spend accrual tracking file with the sales team to ensure that plans are aligned with the closing and expected accruals for the current month and yearOutline outstanding claims with distributors on a quarterly basisEnsure that all accruals are validated for year-end audits


Profile
7-10 years of diverse commercial experience, with a focus on FMCG or manufacturing is a MUSTBachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting or related; Professional Accounting qualification is a MUSTAptitude for making decisions in a dynamic global business environmentStrong influencing, leadership, and negotiation skills


Job Offer

The successful candidate gets an opportunity to work for a Global Multinational FMCG business and is offered attractive pay and incentives

Skills

FMCG, Commercial finance