Finance Manager

Role Purpose

We are looking for an FP&A-driven Financial Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the organization's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and analysis.

The role involves overseeing financial planning, risk management, process improvement and management reporting automation. You will work closely with senior management to inform business decisions and contribute to the company's overall financial strategy.

Who We Are

Metropolitan Group has been delivering outstanding real estate services across the UAE since 2008. Our flagship agency, Metropolitan Premium Properties, is one of the most awarded in Dubai and is consistently recognised by top developers like Emaar, DAMAC, Meraas, and more.

We've built a people-first culture - one that focuses on nurturing talent, supporting growth, and creating an environment where people thrive. That's why we've been recognised as a Great Place to Work and ranked among the UAE's Top 10 Best Workplaces.

What You Will Do

• Budgeting & Forecasting: prepare annual budgets and update forecasts on a regular basis. Work with department heads to gather information and ensure budget alignment. Identify areas for cost optimization and operational efficiencies.
• Financial Analysis: develop, implement, and manage financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts. Prepare detailed management financial reports, including weekly, monthly, annual reports.
• Internal Controls & Compliance: develop and enforce financial policies and procedures to maintain control over financial activities.
• Management reporting automation: participate or lead in current management reporting automation.
• Process Analysis and Improvement: Assess and document current business processes and workflows to identify areas of improvement and inefficiency.
• Collaborate with senior leadership in strategic decision-making by providing financial data, analysis and recommendations.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for an FP&A-driven Financial Manager with a strong modelling mindset and passion for building smarter financial systems.

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. Professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CFA) is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant financial experience.
• Technical Skills: advanced Excel skills, experience with financial analysis tools, knowledge of financial and ERP software (e.g., 1C is preferable, SAP, Oracle, etc),. Proficiency in Excel complicated formulas, PIVOTs.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of financial reporting process and standards, accounting principles.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on accuracy and detail.
• Communication: Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Language: Russian is required.
• Assessment readiness: Comfortable completing an Excel financial modelling test.
• Interview process: Open to 1- 2 interview stages plus technical validation.

Why Metropolitan

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• A leading real estate company in the UAE, with 15+ years of experience and 8 offices across 4 cities
• Certified Great Place to Work, ranked in the UAE's Top 10 Workplaces for 4 consecutive years
• Diverse and inclusive environment with 1000+ employees, 65+ nationalities and 40+ languages
• Career growth and internal mobility are actively supported, proven by countless success stories
• Everything is provided to help you work efficiently and comfortably, from specialist equipment and training to break areas and Friday treats
• A people-first culture that recognises success, acts on feedback, rewards loyalty, and actively drives positive change
• Company-wide referral programmes across 10+ services, with generous rewards for successful referrals

Ready to Apply

If this role feels like the right fit for your next career move, please submit your CV in English. Here's what to expect from the hiring process:

Here's what to expect from the hiring process:

• Recruiter Interview: A casual conversation to get to know you better.
• Excel test: completing an Excel finical modelling test.
• Hiring Manager Interview: A focused discussion with your potential line manager about the role and expectations.
• C-Level Interview: A final conversation with the relevant leader, if not already involved.
• Challenge: For final candidates, a short task to help us both assess the fit.

We look forward to meeting driven, talented people ready to be part of Metropolitan's next chapter.