Controlling Executive - Retail - Dubai
Al Futtaim Private Company LLC, United Arab Emirates
Job Description
No two days are the same at Al-Futtaim, no matter what role you have. Our work is driven by the desire to make a difference and to have a meaningful impact with the goal of enriching everyday lives. Take our engaging and supportive work environment and couple it with a company culture that recognises and rewards quality performance, and what do you get? The chance to push the limits every single day.
As a humble family business that started on the banks of the Dubai Creek in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim has expanded to a presence in 31 countries, a portfolio of over 200 companies, and 42,000 employees. You’ll find us in industries ranging from automotive and retail, to finance and real estate, and connecting people with international names like Lexus, Ikea, Robinsons, and Adidas. Our team is proudly multicultural and multinational because that kind of diverse representation gives us the global mindset to grow and impact the people, markets, and trends around us.
Come join us to live well, work better, and be the best.
Controlling Executive | Retail Division | Dubai
About the Role
The Controlling Executive will maintain a strong accounting & operational control environment to safeguard assets, improve accounting processes and manage business risks through financial compliance. Communicates financial concepts in a clear and persuasive manner that is easy to understand and drives desired behaviors. Ensure that the business activities are conducted in accordance with the Financial Control Models (FCM), and you also support the definition of local financial policies and ensure that the adherence to both local and global reporting standard are controlled.
Controlling / Process / SOPs
Support the creation of all accounting processes, and standard operating procedures
Support effective training and management on the accounting procedures
Support the maintenance of the chart of accounts
Support the tracking of the Document retention compliance in all geographies
Support spot cash counts from a Financial control element
Internal Audit
Support the tracking all Internal Audit reports; status, recommendation implementation timelines in conjunction with the Operational P&C Team
Insurance
Assist in the development of a centralized process for the management of Retail Insurance and ensure risks are adequately covered and maintained
Issue yearly insurance guidance in advance with the latest requirements to ensure compliance
Financial Compliance
Support the review of Master Data including Principal agreements / Contracts / SLAs
Ensure Intercompany transactions comply with the Group Policies and accepted on a timely basis
Balance Sheet Reviews
Support random audits of workflow to ensure that all accounting transactions are appropriately authorized and executed
Support the monthly balance sheet reviews
Automation
Support the streamlining of finance process through automation where possible
Job Specification
Other Key Responsibilities
To liaise with relevant managers and stakeholders to ensure full collaboration and understanding on critical topics.
Contribute to the improvement of the solutions and business processes.
Maintains and upgrades professional knowledge, management skills and domain expertise by using continuous learning & development tools.
About the Requirements
Job-Specific Skills:
Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
PC skills
Analysis and troubleshooting
Strong technical account knowledge and audit experience needed
Solid experience in International Financial Accounting Standards (IFRS).
Understanding of internal controls
Understanding of System governance (especially in SAP)
Behavioural Competencies:
Individual Accountability
Communication & interpersonal skills
Personal Integrity
Strong analytical skills & problem solving skills
Ability to follow-up on outstanding issues
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to manage time & work under pressure
Readiness to persevere with difficult tasks
Ability to be assertive without being aggressive
Able to focus and drive tasks to completion
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