Financial Controller

About the job
Job Requisition ID: [[153807]]

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

Overview of the role:

As a member of Divisional Controlling team – to support the Sr. FM on delivering,
Driving Accounting Policy requirements of Division through Division Specific Accounting Policies
Provide inputs to Group Finance on new / revision of existing Group Account Policies
Liaise, coordinate and support BU Finance in implementation of new accounting policy requirements
Drive and provide Policy guidance to BU Team through Divisional Accounting Policy Committee and BU specific training / briefing sessions.
Provide accounting guidance / advisory on compliance of Accounting Standard (IAS), Reporting Standards (IFRS) & Group policies.
Provide support and advisory in on Complex Accounting Judgment, Estimates and Accounting Processes
Lead the overall implementation and compliance of Internal Controls Framework and coordinate with Group and BU on any change requirements
Assess risks, insurance requirements, engage with insurance partners for insurance coverage for the Division.

Drive and play collaboration with BU to maintain and roll-out collection infrastructure