Finance business partner - Dubai

The Finance Business Partner (FBP) for Module Carrying Vessels (MCV) will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, conducting insightful analytics, and facilitating strategic decision-making by Divisional Director, CFO, CEO & Ex-Com.

1. Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A):

1. Vessel-by-vessel P&L analysis, variance analysis, and providing insights on line item performance.
2. Implement revenue early trend analysis and red-flag analysis (idle fleet), quarterly initiatives review for MCV.
3. Receivable control – complete ownership of the receivables and recovery.
4. Balance sheet reviews.
5. Cashflow analysis and delivering cash sufficiency analysis.

2. Commercial support:

1. Design short route financial models for pricing decisions.
2. Review the Charter Party / Contracts and highlight clauses/provisions that require specific sign-offs from the Ex-Com; summarize revenue maximization opportunities (Demurrage, Bunker claims, etc.) on existing and upcoming contracts.
3. Ensure that the billing summary is reviewed and implement efficiency/improvement in billing and receivable collection.

3. Systems and process:

1. Strengthen operational and financial processes (order to cash, contract management, country risk management/credit policy, etc.).
2. Implement robust financial controls and compliance procedures.

4. Project management:

1. Proactively lead select commercial and cost excellence projects - review bunkering, port charges.
2. Support Head of Business Performance for MCV valuation (retain or sell analysis) or strategic decisions (JV structuring options, agencies, etc.).

5. Reporting:

1. Create handy data book for Corporate Finance Controller/Head of Business Performance on key metrics/performance (Excel repositories and dashboards).
2. Support the budgeting and quarterly reforecast process (setting Excel templates, analysis, engagement with cross-functional teams, etc.).
3. Finance support for the bi-weekly/monthly review calls.
4. Active participation in daily operational/commercial meetings and being the single point of contact for commercial – operational stakeholders (Finance representative).

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications and experience:

1. Qualification in Finance domain, with proven experience in a similar role for at least 2 to 3 years.
2. Strong financial acumen with a solid understanding of accounting principles and analytics.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, advanced Excel required. Advanced knowledge of financial modeling and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI).
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.