Finance Director - Robert Half-Dubai
Dubai -Full-time, PermanentA fantastic opportunity to work with a large multinational conglomerate heading up one of their major divisions which is the food distribution arm of the organisation. The Role Must have a collaborative management style with the ability to build partnerships with Logistics Operations Group and key Finance & Category stakeholders to effectively influence and drive business performance, budgeting & cost controlling efficiency. The candidate must be working currently for a food distribution or FMCG organization in GCC, working closely with Logistics Operations Leadership Team, Integrated Supply Chain Management Leadership Team, and Financial Planning & Reporting Team. Responsible to consolidate all the logistics activities (Warehousing, Freight Forwarding, Transportation and Workshop) into Business Units cost bridges provided to the categories each month for actuals and reforecasts. Key Responsibilities Responsible for maintaining general ledger file and associated reports and verifying accuracy of certain account balances. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of information processed from subsystems. Update subsystem information into the G/L on a regular basis. Work closely on Oracle systems and its implementations for the 3PL business from scratch to completion Review journal entries and post at month end. Provide monthly financial statements or reports to GM-Finance and CEO. Analyze and summarize detail transactions for each bank accounts. Provide detail information to corporate for intercompany netting payments each month. Provide Inter-Company reconciliations to group companies at month end. Run Balance Sheet for chief accountant to enter intercompany balances into financials intercompany module Review and approve Intercompany Receivables into Netting System each month Complete monthly sales worksheet at month end. Update Freight, warehousing, transportation and workshops reports at month end. Ensure that freight, warehousing and transportation charges are being properly billed to customers. Ensure all backup for invoicing, payables, and payroll are reviewed before payments processing Reviewing Job Orders as and when requested for capital and operational expenditure projects. This position has the responsibility and authority to perform all job-related quality activities as defined in this job description and in the specific related procedures and work instructions. This position has the authority to stop action on work until concerns are resolved and to initiate and / or participate in identifying and implementing actions to correct existing and prevent future occurrences. Understand monthly/quarterly actuals and key drivers of past performance and provide insightful inputs for process improvements Manage forecast process including monthly/quarterly updates and annual plans Finance expert for transportation cost model, work with cross functional team to build annual budget/reforecasts in tool Prepares consolidation, close, and financial reports and liaises with external auditors Work on key financial projects that drive the improvement, including but not limited cost analysis models and capital projects Develop Performance measures and indicators to understand, quantify and communicate risks and opportunities. Lead the Logistics and Transportation annual and long-term planning process Support GM Finance to enhance and improve of planning, budgeting & reporting process Support cost saving initiatives reviews to provide transparency and accountability Identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings Candidate Requirements Business degree in Accounting or Finance 10 or more years of Accounting & finance experience 5 or more years of Transportation, Logistics, warehousing Operations support Experience 4 or more years working in a matrix organization supporting cross-functional business partners Adaptability - responds resourcefully to new demands and challenges Strong analytical, critical thinking, listening and communication skills Self-motivated, confident, results oriented, strong financial acumen Ability to influence without authority, collaborate and interact with all levels Advance excel skills Salary & Benefits 55,000 AED per month Private medical insurance Annual flights Bonus Family package
Supervisor - Park Presentation - -Dubai
Dubai -The Role Building Fun Join the team of the first LEGOLAND Park in the Middle East and help us create amazing experiences for families from around the world. At LEGOLAND Dubai - we rely everyday on our Model Citizens (employees) in meeting our ultimate goal of bringing the LEGO® values of creativity, imagination, learning, quality and fun to life and deliver truly memorable experiences to our guests. With over 40 interactive rides, live shows and attractions you will be able to find a diverse range of career opportunities in one of the most unique and stimulating work environments you could imagine. Come and work where work is PLAY. At LEGOLAND we make every child a HERO! Play Your Part In this role you will be responsible for for the management of all cleaning services and related processes to ensure high standards of park presentation is maintained at all times, in line with company standards, thus will play a key role in the branded appearance of the product that we are all so proud of. Working closely with 3rd party contractors, the operations and Facility Management teams and departmental heads, they will manage practical organization of day to day cleaning operation ensuring perfect park presentation during operational hours as well as supporting other departments in the achievements of the same. Responsible for the Grounds department management in all aspects of the business. Responsible for the start-up processes at the pre-opening stage. Main Duties: Operations - To provide safest possible environment to staff within the park facilities. - To manage the exceptional park presentation standards demanded of by the LEGOLAND Dubai - product. - To manage daily cleaning requirements of both: theme park and waterpark. - To manage, service and audit all daily cleaning requirements through both internal operation and 3rd party contractors. - Deliver at or below the agreed operating budgets for the Grounds team. - Ensuring departmental team deliver to agreed service standards by the Park Operations Manager and Director of Operations. Marketing - Contribute to Park Dynamic Events, supporting the operational team as and when necessary. - To promote LEGOLAND Dubai - as an employer of choice. Financial - Responsible for relevant department budgets, reviewing forecasts monthly and compile and submit annually or as required. - Authorise the issue of complimentary tickets or services when resolving guest complaints. - Submit and manage future capital projects and expenditure to the Director of Operations. - Identify and plan for contingencies as required. - Manage OPEX wages and line items to achieve budgets set. Development - Communicate on a continual basis with other senior managers to ensure best practice is achieved across the parks.  Monitor proposed and actual changes to current legislation and ensure company compliance (e.g. Health & Safety). - Absolute involvement in future theme park capital projects and implementation to ensure total project success. - Recommend and develop new products/ways of working to improve profitability. - Use departments historical data and information to maximise commercial opportunities. - Set and agree individual department objectives in line with the business strategy and team development. Requirements Are You a Star? In order to be qualified for this role you should possess the below criteria - Preferable Bachelor degree or extensive specific experience in the leisure management industry for 5 or above years. - Requires a minimum of three years experience in cleaning services with financial experience, preferably in Theme Park or Customer Service related industry. - Requires excellent organizational and planning skills, with the ability to execute multiple tasks. - Strong understanding of the creation and management of risk assessments, SOP's and EAP's within a theme park environment. - Self-motivated and demonstrated initiative, with strong problem solving skills. - Competent in all aspects of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, e-mail, Power Point) are required. The Best Part of The Story We offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; housing allowance, annual flight allowance, comprehensive medical coverage, life and accident insurance and other generous allowances. We also care about your career development supported by Learning opportunities for those seeking a long-term future in the Company. About the company Dubai - Parks and Resorts offers new heights in experiential entertainment through an inspired concept that brings the best of the east and the west in the entertainment industry. Conceived and developed by Meraas Holding, Dubai - Parks and Resorts articulates the Dubai - leaderships vision of positioning the emirate as a compelling global tourist destination. The first phase of Dubai - Parks and Resorts will comprise three theme parks: motiongate Dubai -, Bollywood Parks Dubai -, and LEGOLAND Dubai -. The development will also feature Riverland - a grand entrance plaza and Lapita, a family themed hotel. The first phase is scheduled for completion in 2016. Ground work commenced on site in February 2014
GUEST EXPERIENCE EXECUTIVE - RReal Estate-Dubai
Dubai -Employment Type: Full time. Unfixed work schedule, no fixed weekend.Objective: Welcoming guests, ensuring highest level of customer experience.Key Responsibilities: Pre check in: Contacting guests one-day prior arrival, making sure the guest has received and understood check in instructions, reconfirming the time and exact location of the residence.Check in: Arrive in advance of the guest to ensure the apartment is compliant with Company highest standards, perform final touches. Meet the guests with a smile ina polite and friendly manner, help with luggage. Walk the guest to the apartment and provide extensive information about the house/community rules, facilities, shops, restaurants nearby and top things to do, whilst keeping in mind daily schedule of upcoming check ins. Collect security deposit, finalize check out time and wish a pleasant stay.Post check in: Stay in contact with the guest, be able to help with basic quarries ensuring highest level of guest experience.Check out: Arrive at the agreed time, check the apartment condition, refund the deposit, ask for suggestions, help with ordering taxi if required, walk the guest to the car, help with luggage and wish a pleasant journey home.Be ready to react (in accordance with Company guidelines or directions of manager) in challenging situations i.e. when guests change the plans without notice, in case of technical/maintenance/cleaning issues, flight delays, contractors’ failure or guest complaints.Liaise with colleagues on a daily basis to ensure smooth running of operations.Skills and qualities: Tolerance to stress, honesty, devotedness. Reliable, multitask and systematic person.Extreme self-organization and time management.Effective communication and interpersonal skills.Professional and presentable appearance.Light handyman technician skills is a plus.Hospitality background.Driving License: Valid license in UAE is a MUST. Personal car is a plus.Languages: Fluent English-RussianWork Experience: Any hospitality background.Bachelor’s degree.Compensation: Subject to interview and experience.Fixed salary + performance based monthly bonus. Paid late night check ins. Vehicle/petrol and telephone compensation. Visa, Insurance.Benefits: Out of office job. Growth opportunities for young talents.Job Type: Full-timeExperience:HOSPITALITY: 1 year (Required)Education:Bachelor's (Required)Location:Dubai - (Required)License:Driver's License (Required)Language:Russian / Arabic (Required)