Manager Financial & Commercial Control

Department DefinitionAs part of Expo City Dubai, the Integrated Management Office is responsible for ensuring functional alignment with the divisional and organizational objectives, improving efficiency, and effectiveness across various functions. The office ensures also full alignment in various areas such as budget alignment, procurement alignment, etc.Opportunity ResponsibilitiesAs part of the Integrated Management Office, the Manager has overall responsibility for developing the budget and revenue management process, financial performance measurement framework, performance management monitoring, financial planning analysis and reporting.The main responsibilities for this role include: Strategic ResponsibilitiesEstablish the necessary internal processes and workflows for all commercial related issues (Budget management and Revenue management).Develop the reporting system with all the necessary reporting templates and dashboards that will provide the required updates and insights to the leadership.Develop and implement cost-saving opportunities, revenue maximization and associated control enhancement.Lead the financial planning process, including budgeting, forecasting, and the development of financial models to support strategic initiatives and decision-making.Support the team with defining and prioritise the commercial objectives and KPI’s.Operational ResponsibilitiesDevelop the detailed yearly budget for the functions across the Division.Create all the required budget, cash flow, revenue, forecasting & reporting templates that will facilitate the collection of data, updates and reporting.Daily coordination with the various functions across the division and with key business units (Finance, Contracts,Procurement) to support the business with financial matters as required.Oversee the accounts payable and receivable activities for the division, ensuring timely processing, payment, and collection activities, and maintaining optimal working capital levels.Responsible for the periodic budget updates (reporting actuals, accruals and variances) to the senior management.Ensure accurate and timely reconciliation of revenue from various point of sales systems, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.Provide insightful analysis and reporting on financial performance, cash flow trends, and treasury operations to senior management. Develop and maintain financial dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs).People ResponsibilitiesEnsure effective line management to the direct reports with providing the proper guidance.Jointly develop the objectives and evaluate performance of the individual direct reports.Ensure that all staff acquire the required skills and knowledge through appropriate learning and development program.Skills8+ years of experience in finance, with a strong focus on cash flow management, treasury, and financial analysis as well as:Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.Proven record of executing similar role in large organizationsExcellent communication skills, working with multiple peer groups and levels of management.Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills as well as robust fact-based analysis.Advanced problem solving and root cause analysis combined with proven ability to communicate and report the same.