FP&A Lead

About the Company

Emex DWC (emexdwc.ae), based in Dubai, is the international online wholesale store for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and aftermarket automotive parts. For over 25 years, we have been committed to providing:

• the best customer service and competitive prices on our marketplace,
• comprehensive fulfillment services,
• innovative digital solutions for warehouse management.

Our platform aggregates data on over 40 million automotive products, making it a one-stop destination for buyers and sellers. Thanks to our strategic location in Dubai, we can expand our fulfillment network globally, offering access to millions of automotive parts across more than 40 countries, including the Middle and Far East, CIS, Europe, Africa, South America, the USA, and Australia. This enables us to empower sellers with new growth opportunities while providing car owners with reliable solutions to keep their vehicles on the move.

At Emex, our mission is straightforward:

• We solve car owners' problems to ensure their freedom of mobility.
• We unlock growth opportunities for sellers.
• We provide employees with meaningful challenges to create impact and plenty of creative freedom to realize their potential.

Our vision for the Back-Office Business consists of four seamlessly integrated components:

• Financial asset management
• Human resources management
• Administrative Supply and operations
• Security (physical, technological, and legal)

About the Finance Team

Our Finance Team, an integral part of the group’s Back-Office Busniess, is dedicated to enhancing the quality of the financial function. We provide comprehensive services to our internal business clients, supporting the operations and growth of our diverse business segments, including trading, information, and fulfillment. Currently, we are transforming our finance function to become a more efficient professional organization.

Who We Are Looking For

At Emex, we are actively seeking a seasoned FP&A Lead to join our Finance team. This role is pivotal to our mission of delivering exceptional financial insights that support strategic decision-making and operational excellence across the group. We expect the FP&A Lead to take a hands-on approach to managing financial assets within the role’s scope while also supporting other departments, business teams, and management to effectively oversee and manage the assets they are responsible for. This will be achieved through precise financial evaluation, structured and timely reporting, in-depth analysis, forward-looking planning, and proactive risk assessment.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Prepare and present monthly and weekly management accounts, providing insightful commentary and analysis of financial performance.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making, including scenario planning and profitability analysis.
• Partner with business leaders to provide financial guidance, support strategic planning, and drive performance improvement initiatives.
• Lead the financial limits setting and forecasting process, collaborating with stakeholders across the organization to develop accurate and achievable financial plans.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), identify trends, and provide actionable insights to management.
• Conduct financial analysis to support investment decisions, pricing strategies, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the FP&A function.
• Mentor and develop junior FP&A team members, providing guidance and support to enhance their analytical, financial modeling and presentation skills.

Your KPIs Will be:

Timeliness of Management Reports

• Fast-close reports are delivered within 6 business days of the reporting period's end, irrespective of local holidays.

Accuracy of Management Reporting

• 100% of accruals and adjustments are thoroughly documented and justified. Fast-close data (at the business unit level for revenue and financial results) is within 5% of final figures.

Stakeholder Satisfaction

• Key stakeholders (e.g., senior management, department heads) rate their satisfaction with financial reports and analyses at an average of 7 out of 10 or higher in regular surveys.

Goals for the First 12 Weeks:

1. Optimize and automate Management Reporting for Information & Trading Busniess Unit:

   • Redesign the management reporting framework for the Information & Trading regional business unit to ensure a seamless data flow from source to report.
   • Implement automated data collection and real-time reporting within the BI system to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and accessibility.

2. Lead the Preparation and presentation of Management Accounts:

   • Establish a process for the timely and accurate preparation of monthly management accounts.
   • Develop insightful commentary and analysis to provide value-added insights to management.
3. Implement real-time management reporting (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) in a BI system for 1-2 business units, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
4. Identify and execute 3-4 profit optimization or cost-saving initiatives based on insights from management reports.

Goals for the First 26 Weeks:

1. Optimize and automate Management Reporting for all Group's business units:

   • Redesign the management reporting framework for the business units (Fulfilment, Information & Trading of all regions, Back-office business) to ensure a seamless data flow from source to report.
   • Implement automated data collection and real-time reporting within the BI system to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and accessibility.

2. Enhance Analytics and Cost Allocation Framework

   • Develop and implement a comprehensive analytics system for cost calculation, internal tariff setting, and expense allocation.
   • Ensure the framework supports detailed reporting across Categories, Cost Centers, Business Units, and Engagements, enabling more accurate financial insights and decision-making.

3. Establish a Performance Monitoring and Strategic Alignment Process

   • Implement a structured process to track and analyze Business Unit performance and combined financial results against strategic objectives.
   • Develop a system for setting, reviewing, and adjusting strategic goals based on financial deviations, market conditions, and company’s development projects.

How to Know if You Are the Right Fit

Level, Experience and Qualificatons:

• Level - Lead.
• Proficiency in English (B2+).
• Ex. Big4, Ex. FMCG, Ex. E-commerce and Marketplaces.
• Strong understanding of the operational and financial dynamics of Trading Platforms, Fulfillment businesses, Professional Services firms, and Management Companies, including the unique structures of their financial reporting.
• Qualification: You have a Bachelor's degree in finance and also Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA, CMA or CFA (or you are partially qualified).

Hard Skills:

• Financial Modeling and Analysis: Advanced financial modeling skills with expertise in building and maintaining complex financial models.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Extensive experience in leading budgeting and forecasting processes, developing accurate and achievable financial plans.
• Management Reporting: Proven ability to prepare and present and automate clear and concise management reports, providing insightful commentary and analysis of financial performance.
• Business Partnering: Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively partner with business leaders and provide financial guidance.
• Data Analysis and Visualization: Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools, such as Power Query, Power Pivot, and BI systems, to extract insights and present findings effectively.
• Project Leadership: Extensive experience leading full-cycle projects within cross-functional teams, ensuring timely and successful delivery of strategic initiatives.
• Team Leadership: Proficient in managing teams through onboarding, performance evaluation, hiring, motivating, and exit processes. Skilled in setting clear goals inline with the corporate strategy, streamlining management processes, and fostering a results-driven team culture.

Soft Skills:

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Leadership

• Effectively organizes teamwork between departments to improve processes and results. Builds trust and creates a culture where teams share information and work well together. Ensures key financial data is clear and accessible to support decisions. Listens to the needs of others and provides practical, business-focused solutions.

Clear and Effective Communication

• Explains financial ideas and tasks clearly, adapting to different audiences, including senior leaders and external partners. Provides useful feedback that helps the team grow and improve. Leads important meetings with clear goals and creates reports that are easy to understand. Handles disagreements calmly and finds solutions that work for everyone.

Proactive Leadership and Initiative

• Takes full responsibility for delivering results and solving challenges, even when they go beyond usual procedures. Works independently to set and achieve goals. Spots opportunities to improve processes and takes the lead in making those improvements happen.

Why Join Us

• As an FP&A Lead, you will have a key role in improving financial processes and providing insights that drive smart business decisions. You’ll collaborate closely with senior management, refine financial planning and analysis, and help shape the company’s growth strategy.
• We are looking for an individual who thrives on tackling complexities and is passionate about building innovative solutions. If you are a highly motivated and experienced FP&A professional with a passion for driving business performance and a strong desire to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.