dmg events is an international exhibitions and publishing company. We attract more than 425,000 visitors to our global portfolio of 80 exhibitions each year. Through our global events, our aim is simple. We want to accelerate business through face-to-face events, which is why we work so hard to bring people together, creating opportunities for them to network, learn and do business. dmg events is part of the Daily Mail Group Trust (DMGT). DMGT Manages a diverse, multinational portfolio of companies with total revenues of £2bn, that provide businesses and consumers with compelling information, analysis, insight, events, news, and entertainment.
Role Purpose
- Responsibility for the financial management, business planning and budgetary processes of the Middle East (MEAA) portfolio
- Business Partnering, improving business efficiency and commercial decision making by enhancing management information and financial forecasting
- Providing and maintain a strong financial management and control environment with appropriate processes
- Working with the VP of Finance and portfolio heads in the Middle East to implement and execute business strategy
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Working with commercial teams to track performance of events and report them at month-endLiaising with London / Middle East finance teams to ensure journals are corrected posted for monthly management accountsProviding quality, value added commentary and analysisManaging the budgeting and forecasting process across the Middle East portfolioDeveloping, implementing and managing on-going measures to enhance financial and management information including appropriate KPIs and metricsEnsuring a strong financial control environment is maintained and that DMG Event policies are communicated, implemented and complied withPreparing business plans and monitoring performance against themCalculating / reviewing commission / bonus payments to ensure compliance with individual schemesCarrying out any reasonable project work / ad hoc task as requestedAttending training and development as requiredManagement of two analysts DubaiRelationships
Internal Customers :
Direct report - DubaiFinance teams – Dubai, UKSenior management and budget holders – DubaiSales teams – Middle EastCommercial teams; Operations, Marketing, Content, HR – Middle EastOther staff, as necessaryExternal Customers :
AuditorsOther professional advisorsOther divisions of DMGTCustomersKey Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies
Technical / Functional :
Membership of a recognized accounting professional body preferred (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CPA) with 5-7 years post-qualified experienceExperience in managing and developing a direct teamExperience of working with overseas officesCommercially focused with commercial finance experienceProven track record in developing, cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with senior business leaders that enables open and collaborative communicationAdvanced Excel skills to the Macro and pivot table level,Experience in relevant systems is useful (Salesforce, PowerBI, FinancialForce)Personal Attributes / Interpersonal
Excellent analytical and organizational skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsGood communication and interpersonal skills, friendly approachable mannerSelf-motivated, conscientious and drivenAdministration and OrganisationTime ManagementAbility to work under pressure and to deadlinesAbility to work within a target driven marketplaceSelf-motivated / Innovative / CreativeGood team working ethicsA flexible, pragmatic and common-sense approachPatience and an ability to communicate clear and concise instructionsEnthusiastic with a strong desire to succeedStrong attention to detailA willingness to travelLanguage capabilities – desirable but not mandatoryA familiarity with CRM software such as Salesforce - advantage but not essentialKey Success Criteria
Ability to work with all departmentsA team playerOwnershipWillingness to succeedPlease take the time to read the job description, you must meet all the criteria set out above for your application to be considered. We do check all applications and suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 days. If you are not contacted by us within 5 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time."
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