Job description

JOB SUMMARY / INTRODUCTION

The Vice President, Finance is responsible for leading finance transformation initiatives while supporting the overall finance function across financial reporting, planning and analysis, regulatory reporting, financial control, and strategic decision-making.

The role will drive the implementation and optimisation of finance systems, data, automation, and reporting capabilities to build a scalable finance operating model that supports FAB Asset Management Limited's growth strategy.

In parallel, the VP will partner with senior management to deliver high-quality financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, business performance management, and Board reporting.

Acting as a key liaison between Finance, Technology, Operations, Risk, Compliance, and FAB Group stakeholders, the role will ensure that finance processes, systems, and controls support both regulatory requirements and business objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the implementation and enhancement of finance systems and reporting tools.
• Drive process automation and digitisation across the finance function.
• Develop finance data governance, reporting standards, and management information capabilities.
• Manage finance transformation projects, including requirements gathering, testing, deployment, and user adoption.
• Partner with Technology and external vendors on system integrations and finance architecture.
• Support the annual budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes.
• Develop financial models, business cases, and scenario analyses to support management decisions.
• Monitor business performance and provide insights on revenue, costs, profitability, and key KPIs.
• Oversee accurate and timely management reporting.
• Support statutory financial reporting and audit processes.
• Support regulatory reporting requirements and financial submissions.
• Prepare Board, Executive Committee, and shareholder reporting materials.
• Assist in capital adequacy monitoring, liquidity management, and financial governance activities.
• Partner with business leaders to evaluate strategic initiatives, product launches, operating model changes, and investment opportunities.
• Provide financial insight and recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
• Support execution of FAB AM's strategic plan and transformation agenda.

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• 8–12+ years of experience within Finance, Finance Transformation, Financial Systems, FP&A, or Financial Control functions within asset management, banking, wealth management, or broader financial services.
• Proven experience leading finance systems implementations and transformation programmes, including ERP, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and data management solutions.
• Strong experience in: 
  • Financial planning and analysis (FP&A)
  • Management reporting and Board reporting
  • Regulatory reporting and governance
  • Financial controls and process improvement
  • Finance operating model design
  • Data analytics and management information
• Experience managing cross-functional projects involving Finance, Technology, Operations, Risk, Compliance, and external vendors.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong understanding of: 
  • IFRS and financial reporting requirements
  • Budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling
  • Regulatory reporting and capital adequacy frameworks
  • Financial controls and governance
  • Finance data management and reporting architecture
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Ability to translate business requirements into practical finance and technology solutions.
• Excellent project and change management capabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior management, Board members, regulators, auditors, and Group stakeholders.
• Self-starter with the ability to operate in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Preferred / Beneficial

• Professional accounting qualification preferred (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CA, CIMA).
• Additional qualification in project management, transformation, or technology would be advantageous (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, Lean Six Sigma).
• Relevant ERP, EPM, or finance systems certifications desirable.
• Experience within a regulated financial services environment, preferably with exposure to ADGM/FSRA, asset management, or investment management businesses.
• Experience with ERP, EPM, and reporting solutions (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Anaplan, Power BI, Hyperion, OneStream or equivalent).

About Us:
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is the largest bank in the UAE and one of the world's largest and safest financial institutions. We offer a comprehensive range of personal and private banking services, including credit cards, Islamic banking, investments, loans, and mortgages. Our commitment to excellence and innovation drives us to provide top-tier financial solutions to our clients.
Life at FAB:
Working at FAB means being part of a team of talented and passionate individuals with a shared vision to support the ambitions of our stakeholders to "Grow Stronger." We embrace the needs of our customers across the globe with a sense of responsibility and confidence driven by extensive expertise that can only be delivered by an ambitious world-class organization
Career Development:
FAB offers unique career choices, a chance to innovate, craft solutions for the future, and express yourself in a performance-based culture that will unleash the best in you. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, FAB provides a range of learning and development initiatives to support all employees through training and skill development.
Our Values:
At FAB, we place our customers at the core of our activities, live our values each day in every way, celebrate achievements, and empower each other to deliver leading solutions. We have structured plans for the recruitment and career progression of Emirati talent to enable them to make a mark in the financial and banking sector both regionally and globaly that rewards your hard work and dedication.
Join our team and be part of a journey to shape the future of banking.