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.

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.
• Project Leadership: Extensive experience leading full-cycle projects within cross-functional teams, ensuring timely and successful delivery of strategic initiatives.

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.

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.