Senior Manager - Process & Compliance | Al-Futtaim Automotive

Job Requisition ID: 176988 

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
Join our Automotive Finance function as a Senior Manager – Process & Compliance, leading ERP implementations and enhancements from a finance perspective across UAE and overseas businesses. You’ll drive risk assessment, process standardization, automation, and technology enablement, champion governance and compliance through data analytics, and embed robust internal controls.  

What you will do
•    Lead ERP initiatives: Act as the finance lead for ERP implementations and enhancements; with satellite systems such as Incadea), ensuring standardized, automated processes tightly integrated with financial books
•    Drive digital transformation: Enable process automation and data driven decision making across the division; steer key IT projects to successful outcomes
•    Streamline and standardize: Identify bottlenecks, optimize workflows, and share best practices to achieve “best in class” business and finance processes
•    Own compliance frameworks: Develop policies and procedures, build exception management alerts/dashboards, and minimize high risk audit findings
•    Enable capability: Design and deliver training programs for finance associates on process expertise, compliance, internal controls, and analytical tools

Required skills to be successful
•    Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or related field; MBA/advanced degree a plus
•    6–8 years’ experience, including at least 4 years supporting SAP/other ERP processes
•    Qualifications/certifications such as CA, CPA, CMA, SAP, or Project Management are advantageous
•    Automotive/retail industry experience preferred; SAP inbound/outbound process super user capability

About the team
You’ll be part of the Divisional Finance Controlling & Compliance team within Automotive Finance, reporting to the Head of Divisional Process & Compliance, and collaborating closely with business and IT to roll out enhancements and upgrades. The division spans 10+ automotive businesses across UAE and international markets, operating on ERP platforms including SAP IS Auto, S/4HANA, and CarPro (with Incadea and other satellite systems).

What equips you for the role
You’ll succeed if you combine deep process expertise with hands on ERP leadership, a sharp analytical approach to risk and compliance, and a passion for standardization and automation. Your ability to influence stakeholders, build controls and dashboards, and uplift team capability through structured training will make you a trusted partner across the division.

About Al-Futtaim Automotive
A major division of the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, Al-Futtaim Automotive is an industry leader with presence in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
Our core business activities at Al-Futtaim Automotive include distribution, manufacturing, leasing and aftersales, and we are firmly established as the regional representative of some of the world’s most iconic automotive brands: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Volvo and RAM.
We are driven by a customer-centric approach, constantly pushing the boundaries on innovation, quality standards, and value-added service across our vast universe of customers - right from motoring enthusiasts to fleet operators to contractors. Our mission is to become the leader in custom-made mobility solutions by delivering nothing less than world-class omni-channel experiences. 
We channel our local expertise and global trust to deliver one of the most comprehensive portfolios of mobility products and solutions, from passenger cars to SUVs, electric vehicles to high-performance motorbikes, commercial vehicles to industrial & construction equipment.
What keeps the company moving forward is a 9000-member strong team, with inspiring possibilities for growth, throughout the career path. This is Al-Futtaim Automotive and we empower talent to move forward.