Description:
Almadina Group in Abu Dhabi is currently seeking a highly motivated and performance-oriented Finance Manager to join its expanding finance department. This opportunity is ideal for a finance professional with solid expertise in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and Credit Control, particularly within Retail or CPG environments.
The role requires a strong analytical mindset, leadership capabilities, and the ability to drive financial performance through accurate forecasting, structured reporting, and efficient receivables management.
Key Responsibilities
Budgeting & Forecasting (FP&A):
- Lead the annual budgeting cycle and prepare monthly rolling forecasts covering Profit & Loss and Cash Flow statements
- Conduct detailed variance analysis and provide practical, data-driven recommendations
- Develop retail-focused financial models incorporating key drivers such as NOB, ATV, GP%, shrinkage, and labor percentages
- Prepare and circulate weekly flash reports and executive dashboards for management review
- Support pricing decisions, promotional strategies, and store performance evaluations
- Perform scenario analysis including base, optimistic, and conservative forecasts
Credit Control & Receivables:
- Oversee credit policies, customer onboarding, and monitor DSO performance
- Manage collections processes, aging analysis, and cash flow coordination
- Ensure VAT-compliant invoicing procedures and resolve billing disputes efficiently
- Prepare Expected Credit Loss (ECL) provisions in line with IFRS 9 and recommend bad-debt actions
Process Improvement & Compliance:
- Enhance standard operating procedures (SOPs) and reinforce internal financial controls
- Support compliance with UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations
- Conduct training sessions for operational teams on key financial KPIs
Requirements:
- CA, ACCA, or CMA qualification (or finalist status)
- 5–10 years of finance experience within Retail or CPG sectors
- Advanced Excel expertise and strong financial modeling skills
- Solid understanding of IFRS standards, including IFRS 9 fundamentals and UAE VAT
- Exposure to Corporate Tax regulations will be considered an advantage