Finance Business Partner
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ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As the Finance Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy, transparency, and strategic value of our financial operations. You will be responsible for overseeing financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting for multiple brands across various countries. Your insights and recommendations will be integral in driving financial performance improvements and shaping the future of our organization.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Compile and analyze financial data from various sources, including Trial Balance, to prepare comprehensive Profit and Loss (P&L) statements for each brand and country.
· Cross-check financial data with information from other departments to ensure data accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
· Analyze and interpret variances between actual financial results and budgets/projections, as well as variances compared to the previous month and previous year.
· Develop rolling forecasts to provide visibility into future financial performance.
· Provide strategic insights and recommendations on critical financial areas, identifying opportunities for improvement and cost-saving measures.
· Prepare and present monthly financial reports for the Group Corporate Finance team, ensuring timely and accurate submission.
· Develop new financial reports tailored to evolving business needs, leveraging advanced tools and technology.
· Lead the budget preparation process, working closely with department heads to establish budgetary controls and monitor adherence.
· Collaborate with inventory management teams to optimize stock levels, turnover, and minimize carrying costs.
· Analyze product and operational costs to enhance cost-effectiveness and profitability.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
· Chartered Accountant in combination with Chartered Financial Analyst.
· Experience in the retail/omni-channel sector is a mandatory requirement.
· Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, ideally in a multi-brand, multi-country environment.
· Strong leadership abilities to lead cross-functional teams and drive financial improvement initiatives.
· Proficiency in using data visualization tools to translate complex financial data into clear and actionable insights.
· Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic and rapidly changing business environment.
· Excellent communication and presentation skills.
· Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with senior management.
· Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
- Department
- Finance
- Locations
- Dubai
Dubai
About Sharaf Retail
We are one of the leading retailers in the Middle East and Far East, operating some of the world’s best-known international brands to the highest standards as well as bringing unique brands to the market such as Forever21, Cotton On, Typo, AdventureHQ and more.
Through a spirit of trust and co-operation, we aim to build and maintain long-lasting, professional and profitable partnerships.
Our operations are supported by professional management, sophisticated infrastructure and long-term investment in information technology and logistics. Our understanding of business needs and the ability to deliver integrated development plans make us the business partner of choice.
Finance Business Partner
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