Finance Manager

Job Description

Employment: Full Time The CompanyOur client is a big player in fresh food distribution in the UAE. Exclusively through Robert Half, they are now looking for a Finance Manager to join the team as Business Partner to the Managing Director. The successful candidate will be a young, ambitious, and "up-and-coming" individual with a real passion in the F&B industryThe Role* Maintain accurate and up to date records of accounting.* Ensure that all cheque books, accounting records and documentation are well secured, and that confidentiality and integrity of the Companys financials are maintained.* Ensure that finance departments "days work in a day" is adhered to.* Ensure that "Accounting System" is updated on a daily basis and that the companys assets are protected.* Draw the CFOs attention to any potential risks.* Ensure that payments and receipts are in line with Companys policies and procedures.* Upkeep all financial information, prepare financial reports to determine record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, and other financial activities.* Responsible for the accounting of physical inventory transactions, price protection, and assigned account reconciliations.* Monitor stock ledger activity and develop inventory reports.* Provide the companys management team with financial support and coordinate with other department, banks, external auditors, suppliers and customers as required.* Constantly review internal control and procedures and recommend improvements.Candidate REQUIREMENTS* F&B industry experience (especially in food distribution)* Import/Export experience* Managed small teams in the pastKey Accountabilities:* To implement financial controls in the businesses which prevent misuse and misappropriation of funds or assets and inefficient cost control.* Serve as a key member of the senior management team to develop operational and strategic business plans, forecasts and feasibility studies.* Preparation of reports daily, weekly and monthly which include but are not limited to revenue analysis, debtors analysis, monthly management accounts.* Preparation of annual budgets per business unit with quarterly updated rolling forecasts.* Preparation and presentation of monthly Business Review Pack (BUR).* Submission of a monthly Financial Managers report summarizing the performance of the businesses under your control, which includes a P&L, variance analysis against budget and forecast, balance sheet and cash flow, focus areas for the next month, control weaknesses and corrective actions.* Management and control of all banking related transactions within the Transport and Logistics companies.* Daily cash flow monitoring and management which includes the management of payables.* Monthly balance sheet reconciliations review and authorize.* Preparation of accounts must be in line with IFRS.* Overseeing and control of the purchasing department ensuring the right item is purchased at the most competitive price.* Monitor supplier/customer agreements regarding respective revenue and cost associated with them.* Use industry experience and initiative to identify areas for cost cutting and/or revenue improvement.* Ensure all businesses and assets under your control are at all times properly insured through a reputable insurance company, claims are processed timely with appropriate.* Risk management of assets, currency, credit and liquidity.* Manage and coordinate internal and external audits.* Serve as advisor to key management regarding strategic projects and operational requirements.* Provide leadership to your finance team members and strive to be industry leading in terms of accuracy, quality, timings, execution and delivery.* Developing and monitoring KPIs and KPAs for the finance staff. REQUIREMENTS: Key experience needed:* Minimum 4-5 years of Accounting experience with a UAE foodstuff trading company* General food retail experience desirable* An energetic, motivated individual with aspirations of obtaining international financial management experience* Demonstrate entrepreneurial initiatives* Strong commercial mindset* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision* Comfortable in communicating up to Chairman level.Qualifications and Experience:* Graduate or MBA in Finance.Salary & Benefits* 15-20k per month all-inclusive depending on the level of experience.

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Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the worlds first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide.