Summary
Landmark Group is seeking a Finance Manager for Oasis Malls, with the role based in the United Arab Emirates and responsibilities spanning three countries. The manager will oversee financial reporting, variance analysis, annual budgeting, three-year forecasts, and timely MIS reporting. The role also covers tenant financial reviews, cross-country coordination, risk analysis, and support for management and Board presentations. Applicants should be chartered accountants with 6 to 8 years of relevant FP&A experience, ideally in retail or shopping malls; a bachelor’s degree in Commerce or an MBA in Finance is preferred.
The posting
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Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare monthly and year-to-date (YTD) Profit & Loss statements for all Oasis Malls across three countries, including detailed variance analysis, and present insights to the management team.
- Prepare full-year financial estimates in coordination with Operations and Country Finance teams, aligned with monthly P&L reporting.
- Prepare and circulate standard Management Information System (MIS) reports (e.g., revenue analysis, receivables at risk) on a timely basis and discuss findings with senior management.
- Submit monthly MIS reports to the Family Office within defined timelines.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning
- Own and manage the annual budgeting process, including development of standardized templates, ensuring data accuracy, stakeholder alignment, and timely completion.
- Prepare and periodically refresh three-year P&L forecasts for all Oasis Malls.
- Support preparation of financial feasibility studies for Oasis Malls as and when required.
Stakeholder & Cross-Country Coordination
- Liaise with Oman and Bahrain Finance teams to review and discuss monthly revenue and cost variances.
- Coordinate with territory teams to ensure seamless data flow and accuracy of financial information submitted to the Oasis management/corporate finance team.
Tenant & Commercial Review
- Review tenant approvals and validate financial details, including budget assumptions, across all territories.
- Review renewal proposals, ensure adherence to approved budgets, and verify payment schedules for the UAE prior to management approval.
- Maintain and own the master tenant database across all territories, ensuring completeness and accuracy of information.
Governance, Risk & Management Support
- Prepare and present ageing analysis and legal case updates on a monthly basis, ensuring follow-up and timely action on management decisions.
- Identify financial risks, opportunities, and cost optimization initiatives, and proactively discuss recommendations with senior management.
- Prepare key financial metrics such as Break-Even Point (BEP), revenue per square foot, and cost per square foot, and provide strategic insights to support executive decision-making.
- Support the Business Head / Finance Head in preparation of Board meeting presentations and related financial analysis.
Qualifications
- Chartered accountant
- Bachelors in Commerce / MBA in Finance preferred
- Should have 6 to 8 years relevant experience in FP&A ideally in a retail / shopping malls environment