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Dubai Taxi Company

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 The role involves partnering with business units to develop financial plans, forecasts, and budgets while analyzing financial performance and presenting actionable insights to stakeholders.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Partner with business units to develop financial plans, forecasts, and budgets.
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 Analyze financial performance, identify trends, variances, and risks, and present actionable insights to stakeholders.
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 Support strategic initiatives by evaluating business cases, return on investment (ROI), and scenario planning.
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 Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and help set financial targets for departments.
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 Collaborate with department heads to ensure cost controls and improve profitability.
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 Prepare monthly management reports and dashboards with commentary and recommendations.
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 Act as a bridge between finance and non-financial teams to improve financial awareness and understanding.
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 Contribute to pricing, contract review, and commercial negotiations from a financial standpoint.
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 Support audit, compliance, and internal control processes where relevant.
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 Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; a professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA, CMA) is preferred.
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 3&ndash;5 years of relevant experience in financial planning, analysis, or business partnering roles.
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
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 Proficient in Excel and financial modeling; knowledge of ERP systems is an advantage.
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 Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, concise insights.
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 Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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 Required Skills
 
 
 
 
 
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 Commercial acumen and understanding of business operations.
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 Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
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 Proactive approach to identifying problems and recommending solutions.
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 Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
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Executive Finance Business Partner

MUMUSO General Trading LLC (Westlake Group)

Responsibilities<ul><li>Collaborate closely with the merchandising Department and store operations teams to gain a thorough understanding of business dynamics and requirements. Conduct feasibility analyses and projections to provide quantitative evidence for critical decision-making.</li><li>Participate in establishing and refining the financial data analysis framework and metric system for the company's frontend operations (merchandise + stores), constructing reliable financial models.</li><li>Responsible for constructing and analyzing financial models across the product lifecycle, including but not limited to forecasting new product launch profitability, conducting product pricing analysis, evaluating promotional campaign ROl analyzing inventory turnover and health metrics, and assessing clearance strategies for discontinued items.</li><li>Conduct store-level profitability analysis to identify key drivers of high and low-performing outlets, providing data-driver insights for store expansion, closures, and operational optimization.</li><li>Assist business departments in completing annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and monthly rolling forecasts (focusing on sales, margin, inventory and OPEX)</li><li>Establish and refine core business indicator (KPl) monitoring systems for merchandise and store operations (e.g., sales achievement rate, gross margin, sell-through rate, sales per square metre, labour efficiency, inventory days sales outstanding).</li><li>Regularly produce monthly operational analysis reports, identifying root causes of business deviations and proposing actionable improvement recommendations.</li><li>Optimized and refined data automation processes, collaborating with the IT department to ensure accurate and time data extraction from business systems.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Economic or a related discipline.</li><li>Preference given to candidates holding CPA, ACCA, CMA, CFA or eguivalent professional qualifications</li><li>3- 5 years' experience in financial analysis, FP&amp;A, or Finance BP roles within the reta, FMCG, or related sectors.</li><li>Must possess hands-on experience with in-depth involvement in merchandising finance or retail/store finance analysis experience across multiple modules is advantageous</li><li>Candidates with experience in establishing analytical frameworks from scratch or optimizing processes will be favoured .</li><li>Possess excelent communication skils and business acumen, and be able to translate financial language into businesslanguage.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentApplication Question(s):<ul><li>What is your salary expectations?</li><li>What is you notice period?</li></ul>

Finance Business Partner (Retail)

Al Khayyat Investments (AKI)

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 The Finance Associate for Central FP&amp;A will be responsible for providing financial support and analysis to the Finance Business Partner and business teams. This position will support the monthly analysis of actual financials, budgeting, and financial control for the business unit. The Finance Associate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance and optimize business decisions.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Provide financial analysis and support to business partners on key initiatives and strategic decisions.
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 Assist with the preparation of monthly financial reports and analyses to monitor business performance against budget and forecast.
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 Assist with the development and maintenance of financial models to support business decisions.
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 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business trends and drivers.
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 Participate in ad-hoc analysis and projects as needed.
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 Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures.
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 Support FP&amp;A team in identifying opportunities to improve financial performance.
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 Support Finance Business Partner for respective BU for annual planning and budgeting exercise.
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 Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes, systems, and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting and analysis.
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 Skills, Qualification and Experience
 
 
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 Min of 2-4 years of relevant FP&amp;A experience in a well-developed corporate finance environment
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 Ideally studying for qualification in one of the following international qualifications: CIMA, ACA, ACCA, CPA, CFA or Graduate from top university or business school
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 B2B Distribution, FMCG and Retail finance experience a plus
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 Dynamic, driven and energetic
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 AKI Finance (DIC Office)
 
 
 
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Finance Associate

BinHendi Holding

Finance ManagerLocation: Dubai, UAEIndustry: EV Infrastructure &amp; Clean EnergyReporting To: Chief Executive OfficerType: Full-TimeWe&rsquo;re seeking a very good Finance Manager to build and scale our end-to-end finance function &mdash; from startup to expansion. As a trusted partner to the CEO and Board, you&rsquo;ll be instrumental in shaping strategic finance, raising capital and embedding robust financial operations across manufacturing, treasury, tax, and compliance.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Drive financial strategy, KPIs, forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning</li><li>Support pricing, tenders, PPP bids, and commercial partnerships</li><li>Lead capital structuring (equity, project finance, sukuk, etc.)</li><li>Manage investor relations, cash flow, and risk exposures</li><li>Build finance systems (ERP, IFRS, audits, intercompany, close calendar)</li><li>Implement end-to-end processes (P2P, O2C, R2R, tax compliance)</li><li>Set up cost accounting (BOMs, routing, scrap, capex)</li><li>Track inventory governance and plant performance metrics</li><li>Optimize UAE/regional tax and legal entity structures</li><li>Oversee UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, Zakat, and cross-border frameworks</li><li>Embed Delegation of Authority thresholds and risk frameworks</li><li>Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing finance team</li></ul>Ideal Candidate Profile:<ul><li>Chartered Accountant (ICAEW, ACCA, CPA, CA or equivalent) &ndash; Required</li><li>CFA, MBA, or MSc in Finance &ndash; Preferred</li><li>10+ years in finance leadership roles, including regional or group scope</li><li>Experience in high-growth, capital-intensive environments</li><li>GCC tax/regulatory experience (VAT, CT, Free Zones, Zakat)</li><li>Proven track record with capital raising, investor engagement &amp; audits</li><li>ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, D365, etc.)</li><li>Advanced financial modeling and BI (Power BI, Tableau)</li><li>Strong IFRS knowledge and audit management experience</li><li>Strategic thinker with hands-on execution capability</li><li>High accountability, commercial curiosity &amp; cultural fluency</li><li>Strong communicator and team builder</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Competitive base salary</li><li>Performance-based bonuses</li><li>Long-term incentive plans and potential equity</li><li>Executive benefits and development opportunities</li><li>Impactful leadership role in a future-forward sector</li></ul>Why Join Us:Industry Impact: Be part of the global EV infrastructure revolutionStrategic Role: Influence UAE&rsquo;s clean energy landscapeInnovation Hub: Drive forward advanced mobility and V2G solutionsUnmatched Timing: Align with UAE&rsquo;s Net Zero 2050 goals &amp; EV boomJob Type: Full-timePay: AED14,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per monthExperience:<ul><li>Finance: 10 years (Preferred)</li></ul>

Finance Manager (Manufacturing Background only)

Huda Beauty

<div>Who We Are: At Huda Beauty, our Vision is to lead in creating a democratized beauty industry where power is given back to people to define, create, and enjoy beauty for themselves! Launched by award-winning beauty powerhouse Huda Kattan in 2013, Huda Beauty is one of the world&rsquo;s fastest growing beauty brands. As a company, we are fueled by purpose and not profit, this allows us to approach things differently so that we can create products, content, and a community like no other. A lot has changed since our launch in 2013, but something that will forever remain at the core of Huda Beauty is our focus on business excellence and our unwavering passion for kindness!
Summary: Huda Beauty is looking for a strategic, collaborative, and proactive People Business Partner for our Dubai office. This role will support strategic P&amp;C initiatives and work very closely with global leadership across the organization. You will oversee various P&amp;C initiatives related to employee relations, talent management, compliance, HRIS administration, recruitment, and office administration. This is an integral role that will heavily depend on healthy collaboration with a team of diverse and talented individuals. 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Manage employee relations issues, providing advice and guidance to managers and employees on P&amp;C policies, procedures, and UAE labor laws. Resolve conflicts and facilitate communication between employees and management.</li></ul><ul>
<li>Oversee talent management processes, including onboarding, performance management, and succession planning. Ensure the attraction, development, and retention of top talent in the UAE.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and company policies. Manage relationships with local regulatory bodies and stay updated on labor legislation changes.</li>
<li>Manage HRIS systems to maintain accurate employee records and generate reports. Ensure data integrity and leverage P&amp;C technology to enhance processes.</li>
<li>Support the development and implementation of competitive compensation and benefits programs. Conduct benchmarking and market analysis to ensure the company&rsquo;s offerings remain competitive.</li>
<li>Provide guidance and coaching on company people policies to leadership, empowering heads of departments to proactively manage P&amp;C issues.</li>
<li>Provide expertise in career planning, performance management, total rewards, employee relations, learning and development, risk management, and legal compliance.</li>
<li>Assist other P&amp;C team members in creating a cohesive P&amp;C model, supporting Workplace Experience, Talent, Learning &amp; Development, and IT where needed.</li>
<li>In collaboration with IT, oversee global employee onboarding and exit processes, ensuring consistent practices and a seamless employee experience across the organization.</li>
<li>Oversee the performance management process, including goal setting, performance reviews, and development plans. Provide coaching and support to managers and employees to drive high performance.</li>
<li>Collaborate with business leaders to anticipate and plan for future workforce needs. Develop strategies to address talent gaps and ensure the organization is equipped to meet its objectives.</li>
<li>Support organizational change initiatives by providing guidance on change management strategies and ensuring smooth transitions for employees.</li>
<li>Drive employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive workplace culture. Conduct surveys, analyze feedback, and implement action plans to improve employee satisfaction.</li>
<li>Create in-depth and high-level reports using both quantitative and qualitative people data to illustrate trends.</li>
<li>Work with the P&amp;C team to identify trends in qualitative and quantitative data from various surveys to improve organizational health and enable smart, informed decision-making.</li>
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3&ndash;5 years of experience as a People Business Partner or in a similar strategic P&amp;C role within a fast-paced, agile scale-up organization with a global presence.</li><li>
Experience with various P&amp;C tools/software for employee engagement, performance appraisals, etc.</li><li>
Working knowledge of UAE employment laws and payroll practices.</li><li>
Hands-on experience in executing payroll with Microsoft Dynamics or a similar ERP system.</li><li>
Strong ability to interact comfortably with employees at every level of the organization; experience working with senior leadership highly preferred.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to act with the highest level of discretion at all times.</li><li>
Ability to deal with ambiguity, tight timelines, and multiple competing priorities in a dynamic environment, with a high level of comfort working autonomously.</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including proactive communication about progress toward goals and expected results.</li></ul>
Benefits<ul><li>
Monthly &ldquo;Self Love Days&rdquo; &ndash; at company discretion</li><li>
Premium Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for employee plus dependents</li><li>
Monthly coaching sessions with our in-house Success Coach</li></ul><ul>
<li>Employee discounts on all Huda Beauty products</li>
<li>Quarterly product gifting</li>
</ul>Huda Beauty is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams and upholding an equal employment workplace that is free from discrimination. We hire stellar individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical conditions, disability, or veteran status. If you need reasonable accommodations at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.</div>

People Business Partner

Sushi Station

About the Company We are a dynamic and growing dining destination, renowned for delivering exceptional Japanese cuisine and a memorable guest experience. With a commitment to quality, innovation, and hospitality, Sushi Station continues to expand its footprint while staying true to its culinary roots.Role SummaryThe Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in driving the financial health and growth of Sushi Station. This individual will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring strong internal controls, providing accurate and timely reporting, supporting business decision-making, and optimizing profitability while adhering to compliance and governance standards.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Management &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Oversee day-to-day finance operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash flow management.</li><li>Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.</li><li>Develop and track key financial metrics, budgets, and forecasts aligned with Sushi Station&rsquo;s business goals.</li><li>Monitor restaurant-level performance (food cost, labor cost, wastage, P&amp;L reports) and provide actionable insights to management.</li></ul>Strategic Planning &amp; Business Support<ul><li>Partner with operations and procurement teams to optimize costs and improve overall business efficiency.</li><li>Conduct financial analysis to support pricing strategies, menu engineering, and promotional initiatives.</li><li>Support long-term strategic planning, expansion projects, and capital investment decisions.</li></ul>Compliance &amp; Controls<ul><li>Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, audit requirements, and financial reporting standards.</li><li>Implement robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure process integrity.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies.</li></ul>Team Leadership &amp; Development<ul><li>Manage, mentor, and develop finance team members.</li><li>Drive a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Act as a business partner to senior leadership by translating financial data into practical business insights.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CMA are preferred.</li><li>5+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role within F&amp;B, hospitality, or retail.</li><li>Strong knowledge of F&amp;B cost structures (food cost, labor, overheads, wastage, and inventory management).</li><li>Proficiency in financial systems, ERP/accounting software, and advanced Excel skills.</li><li>Solid understanding of local tax regulations and compliance requirements.</li><li>Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.</li><li>Leadership qualities with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED6,000.00 - AED8,000.00 per monthAbility to commute/relocate:<ul><li>Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Finance manager: 5 years (Preferred)</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>arabic (Required)</li></ul>Application Deadline: 10/09/2025

Finance Manager

DP World

<div>Job Purpose:
The purpose of this role is to provide strategic financial leadership and operational excellence in support of DP World&rsquo;s global freight forwarding business. Acting as a senior finance partner to the Global Head of Finance &ndash; Freight Forwarding, this position will play a key role in designing, implementing, and embedding standardized global finance processes, policies, and systems that enable scalable growth and high-quality financial governance across regions.
The role will lead global finance governance by engaging with regional finance leaders to drive alignment with the group&rsquo;s financial control framework and ensure compliance with key financial policies. It will also partner closely with the Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC) to enhance service delivery through automation, productivity improvements, and data-driven performance management.
In addition, this role will support the ongoing integration of acquired entities, champion the use of global analytics tools and dashboards, and oversee the financial management and reporting of designated business units, including Smart Solutions Line (NVOCC), ensuring integrity, performance tracking, and strategic alignment with DP World&rsquo;s target operating model.
Key Accountabilities:
<ul><li>Support the design and implementation of standardized global financial processes, policies, procedures, and definitions for the freight forwarding business; success will be demonstrated by up-to-date policies/SOPs that evolve with business needs and consistent compliance across financial processes.
</li><li>Contribute to the development and deployment of global KPIs to enable consistent and effective financial management across all regions; success will be measured by productivity improvements year-on-year until industry benchmarks are achieved.
</li><li>Collaborate with regional finance teams to establish a unified approach to financial management across both the GSSC and regional finance functions ; success will be demonstrated by an increase in value-added activities/FTEs at the GSSC and higher satisfaction/NPS scores from the regions.
</li><li>Coordinate GSSC finance outputs related to freight forwarding, ensuring high-quality delivery and operational efficiency. Define SLA/KPI frameworks and proactively resolve escalations from regional teams or the GSSC; success will be measured by delivery against agreed SLAs/KPIs and measurable productivity gains.
</li><li>Partner with Group Treasury to implement a global liquidity management strategy that meets business needs while optimizing return on capital employed (ROCE); success will be demonstrated by timely compliance and alignment with global treasury objectives.
</li><li>Work with GSSC leadership and Group Technology to define and enhance workflows and output requirements across CargoesRunner, BI Analytics, Oracle Fusion, and local ERPs, driving continuous improvement; success will be measured by well-documented workflows, enhanced automation, and year-on-year efficiency improvements.
</li><li>Facilitate regular financial performance reviews with regional finance teams. Conduct peer benchmarking and variance analysis to identify improvement opportunities and track progress toward profitability targets, success will be demonstrated by clear articulation of insights, measurable improvement actions, and accountability from regions; success will be demonstrated by the ability to clearly articulate performance insights, hold regions accountable for actions, and drive measurable improvement.
</li><li>Collaborate with the BI team to deliver comprehensive financial dashboards and analytics tools that support strategic decision-making and operational oversight; success will be measured by timely, relevant, and actionable insights adopted by stakeholders.
</li><li>Support and, where required, lead financial integration workstreams for newly acquired companies, ensuring alignment with reporting standards, systems, and the target operating model; success will be demonstrated by smooth and timely integrations with minimal disruption and alignment to the TOM.
</li><li>Serve as the finance lead for DP World&rsquo;s nominated NVOCC, Smart Solutions Line, overseeing financial reporting and performance management in coordination with the Shared Services Centre; success will be measured by timely and compliant regulatory reporting (including VAT), effective board meeting governance, and proactive resolution of finance/legal matters
</li></ul>Experience, Skills and Qualification:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree/University degree or equivalent experience, ideally in a financial field
</li><li>Chartered Accountant or equivalent (required if Batchelor's degree is non-financial)
</li><li>Experience in management within the accounting / finance area
</li><li>Experience in Freight Forwarding &gt; 10 years at a regional or country leadership level
</li><li>Experience in shared service centre operations (ideally implementation)
</li><li>Technical accounting capability and qualifications
</li><li>Project Management Skills
</li><li>Analytical skills
</li>Experience in building businesses on a high growth trajectory from a relatively immature base 
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Global Senior Manager - Finance – Freight Forwarding

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