Senior Finance Manager: Reporting - Aldar Retail Management

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At Aldar Retail Management, we're shaping the future of retail across the UAE. From managing vibrant F&B destinations to delivering world-class shopping experiences, we're redefining how communities connect, shop, and thrive.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do - driven by collaboration, excellence, and innovation. If you're ready to bring your expertise to a dynamic organization, a forward-thinking team and make an impact in one of the region's leading retail environments, this is your opportunity to be part of something extraordinary.

Job Purpose:

Looking for an experienced Senior Finance Manager - Reporting to lead the finance function at Aldar Retail Management. Reporting to the Senior Director – Finance, you will own performance reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cash flow and compliance, and act as a trusted financial partner to the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the team in preparing the monthly, quarterly and annual P&L and cash flow reporting in accordance with Group and owner reporting requirements, providing insightful analysis of trends and exceptions, including monthly forecasting and risks and opportunities.
• Formulate the budgets and forecasts and conduct periodic variance analysis of actual results against the budget to support business performance.
• Ensure the adequacy of internal financial controls and recommend and agree improvements with the Senior Director – Finance in order to achieve the financial objectives.
• Continuously review and improve systems, processes, policies and procedures to support the successful achievement of organisational objectives.
• Prepare MIS reports, including the P&L and balance sheet, to provide feedback to top management on the company's financial and operational performance.
• Analyse the company's financial and operational performance to ensure bank covenants are met, highlighting any upcoming risks to avoid a default.
• Oversee accounting procedures in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, providing the information they need to complete audits in a timely manner.

Performance Indicators:

• Reporting delivered complete and accurate within agreed timelines, including all supporting analysis and insightful commentary.
• Budget and forecast prepared in compliance with Group policies and timelines, giving a complete and accurate representation of costs and revenue timing.
• Full compliance with internal controls at all times.
• System development plans agreed to provide better information faster, including the development of Yardi.
• MIS reports developed to provide insightful interpretation of results for use across the business.
• Clear performance reporting provided to support decision-making and the management of risks and opportunities.
• Internal and external audit relationships managed to ensure there are no control issues and audits are completed on time

Experience:

• 10+ years experience managing a finance function, including at least 5 years in real estate.

Qualifications:

• Degree and a professional accounting qualification (ACCA or ACMA OR ICAI).

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and internal controls.
• Advanced Excel skills and hands-on experience with Power BI.
• The ability to present performance clearly, both in writing and in person, to senior stakeholders.
• A proven track record of leading, coaching and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong stakeholder management, with the confidence to influence and negotiate across the business.
• High integrity, a strong results focus and a commitment to quality and process improvement.