Finance Manager - Cement Manufacturing

JOB ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Job Title: Finance Manager

Location

Dubai, UAE

Department

Finance Reports To: Director Position Summary: A Finance person (CA) with SAP S/4HANA expertise and manufacturing experience in cement/steel is responsible for driving financial governance, digital transformation, and operational excellence across the enterprise. Their role blends strategic leadership with deep ERP integration and industry-specific cost management. Key Roles & Responsibilities 1. Strategic Financial Leadership Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with manufacturing business goals. Drive profitability analysis using SAP S/4HANA COPA (Controlling & Profitability Analysis). Lead budgeting, forecasting, and sensitivity analysis for cement and steel operations. Provide executive dashboards and KPI frameworks for decision-making. Financial Modeling (Preparation of Financial, Costing Analysis). 2. SAP S/4HANA Integration & Digital Transformation Oversee end-to-end SAP FICO modules (GL, AP, AR, Asset Accounting, Controlling). Ensure integration with MM (Materials Management), PP (Production Planning), and SD (Sales & Distribution) for real-time reporting. Drive automation of accounts receivable, vendor payments, and cost allocation. Lead system enhancements, testing, and process improvements to optimize manufacturing workflows. 3. Manufacturing Cost & Inventory Control Implement production costing models specific to cement and steel industries. Monitor material consumption, wastage, and overhead allocation. Ensure inventory valuation accuracy and compliance with IFRS/GAAP. Use SAP to track plant-level KPIs (capacity utilization, yield, energy costs). 4. Governance, Compliance & Audit Ensure internal controls and statutory compliance across multiple plants. Coordinate with auditors for financial reporting and risk management. Establish governance frameworks for procurement, vendor contracts, and capital projects. Support periodic audits and compliance-related SAP tasks. 5. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with procurement, production, logistics, and sales teams to align financial planning. Provide scenario modeling for expansion, mergers, or restructuring. Mentor finance teams on SAP workflows, dashboard reporting, and governance standards. Act as a bridge between operations and executive leadership. Industry-Specific Focus (Manufacturing like Cement & Steel) Cement: Manage clinker production costs, kiln efficiency, and raw material procurement. Steel: Oversee blast furnace/rolling mill costing, scrap management, and energy-intensive processes. Both: Drive cost optimization, vendor negotiations, and capital expenditure control. The Finance Head (CA) in cement/steel or manufacturing industry with SAP S/4HANA expertise is not just a financial controller but a strategic partner in digital transformation, cost efficiency, and governance. They ensure real-time financial visibility, optimize manufacturing economics, and strengthen compliance and stakeholder confidence.

Desired Candidate Profile

Preference: Cement & Steel Manufacturing experience candidates Also you can share your CVs on +971 525798530 Employment Type Full-time

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