Job Requisition ID: 180681

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group's entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Build Your Career with SINYAR

SINYAR is Al-Futtaim's development programme, where participants join the business in a defined position while also taking part in a structured development journey.

Through the Sinyar Graduate Program, you will gain hands-on experience in a real business role while developing your financial, analytical and commercial capabilities through the wider SINYAR journey.

About The Role

As part of the Sinyar Graduate Program, we are looking for a Financial Analyst to join Al-Futtaim Retail.

This opportunity is designed for fresh graduates with a minimum GPA of 2.8 or above. Candidates with up to 1 year of relevant experience will also be considered, provided they meet the minimum GPA requirement of 2.8.

You will work alongside the BP&A team and gain practical exposure to financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and business analysis. You will support real business activities, work with financial data and develop an understanding of how finance supports commercial decision-making across Retail.

What You Will Do

Support Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

Support the BP&A team with strategic planning, budgeting and forecasting activities.
Assist with the preparation and consolidation of financial information.
Work with the team to ensure financial information is accurate and delivered on time.

Develop Your Financial Analysis Skills

Support the preparation of regular and ad-hoc financial reports.
Analyse financial information and help identify trends, risks and opportunities.
Support follow-ups with business teams on financial performance and reporting requirements.
Build your understanding of how financial insights support business decisions.

Gain Exposure to Projects & Automation

Support finance automation and improvement initiatives.
Assist with project reporting, analysis and follow-up activities.
Learn how technology and data can improve financial processes and reporting.

Collaborate Across the Business

Work closely with BP&A colleagues and different business stakeholders.
Support the team with regular reporting and business requirements.
Build strong working relationships while developing your understanding of Al-Futtaim Retail.

What You Bring

We're looking for an ambitious and analytical graduate who is interested in building a career in Finance and Business Planning.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business or a related field.
Minimum GPA of 2.8 or above.
Fresh graduate or up to 1 year of relevant experience.
Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
Good communication, planning and organisational skills.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
Interest in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and business performance.
Exposure to ERP systems such as SAP is an advantage.

Your SINYAR Journey

Your SINYAR journey is an opportunity to learn, contribute and grow.

Alongside your role as a Financial Analyst, you will gain hands-on exposure to financial planning, forecasting, reporting and analysis while working with experienced finance professionals across Al-Futtaim Retail.

You will contribute to real business priorities, strengthen your financial and commercial capabilities and build practical experience that supports your longer-term career journey within Finance.

We're here to provide excellent service but a little help from you can ensure a five-star candidate experience from start to finish.

Before you click apply: Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate why this opportunity is right for you and take the time to put together a well-crafted and personalised CV to further boost your visibility. Our global Talent Acquisition team members are all assigned to specific businesses to ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities. We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.

As part of our candidate experience promise, we also want to make ourselves available to you throughout the application process. We make every effort to review and respond to every application.

Additional Internal Information:

Reports to:Finance Manager
Band: F

Sinyar Graduate Program | Financial Analyst | Retail