About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever wondered how the fast-paced world of Dubai’s car rental industry balances growth, innovation, and razor-sharp financial acumen? As our new Finance Manager, you’ll find yourself right in the thick of things—steering financial operations that keep our wheels (literally) turning. This role isn’t just about balancing books; it’s about being the strategic partner our business needs to thrive in a constantly evolving sector. If you’re passionate about numbers, fleet management, and future-focused problem-solving, you might find your next chapter here in Barsha 1.
About the Company
We’re a Dubai-based car rental company that’s more than just a fleet of vehicles — we’re a tight-knit, energetic team that loves turning challenges into opportunities. Our office in Barsha 1 buzzes with problem-solvers who appreciate the city’s quick tempo and share a healthy respect for both spreadsheets and storytelling. Growth is in our DNA; we’ve expanded steadily in recent years, but haven’t lost our personal touch. Whether it’s shared lunches in the break room, or the team’s friendly rivalry over who can spot a classic car on the road first — we find ways to make every day a bit more interesting.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Overseeing all aspects of financial management, from budgeting and forecasting to cash flow analysis, tailored specifically to the rent-a-car sector
- Managing fleet financing options and building relationships with banks and leasing partners to ensure optimal funding structures
- Monitoring asset depreciation and implementing strategies for maximizing vehicle value throughout their lifecycle
- Preparing detailed financial reports, providing insights for strategic decision-making to senior leadership
- Leading, developing, and mentoring a small but dynamic finance team
- Playing a central role in annual audits and regulatory compliance—think of yourself as our in-house financial navigator
- Building dashboards and models that help us spot trends in utilization, revenue, and operating expenses
- Collaborating cross-functionally with operations and fleet teams to align business objectives with financial discipline
- Supporting pricing strategies and contract evaluations with real-world data and industry context
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- Proven experience as a Finance Manager (or similar role) in car rental or automotive leasing within the UAE
- Strong grasp of fleet financing, bank relationships, and depreciation management
- Excellent command of financial modeling and advanced Excel
- Sound knowledge of IFRS, UAE VAT, and audit processes specific to automotive leasing
- Analytical mindset with a knack for turning numbers into actionable insights
- Strong communication skills in English (Arabic a plus)
- Professional qualification (CA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred
Nice-to-Haves:
- Experience with ERP systems or rental industry software
- A curious mind ready to suggest process improvements or automation ideas
- Prior hands-on experience during times of fleet expansion or restructuring
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses
- Work from a well-connected Barsha 1 office, with hybrid/remote days considered
- Health insurance, paid time off, and support for professional development
- A close, collaborative team that values new ideas and celebrates every win
- Regular “fleet field trips” to see our latest arrivals up close
- Room to grow and drive real impact, both for our business and your own career trajectory
You’ll notice quickly: we move fast, value one another, and genuinely enjoy what we do. If you thrive in an industry where every day is different, you’ll fit right in.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through your experience managing finances specifically within the car rental or automotive leasing sector in the UAE?
- Describe how you’ve structured fleet financing in the past, including how you’ve built and maintained banking relationships for optimal funding.
- What strategies have you implemented to monitor and manage vehicle depreciation, and how did those approaches impact your company’s bottom line?
- Tell us about a time when your financial reporting or modeling directly influenced a strategic business decision. What tools did you use, and what was the outcome?
- How have you ensured compliance with UAE VAT, IFRS, and other regulatory requirements during audits or financial reviews?
- Describe a situation where you had to mentor or develop a small finance team. How did you approach team growth and skill-building?
- If you noticed a discrepancy in fleet utilization data and operating expenses, how would you go about identifying the cause and presenting solutions?
- Can you share an example of cross-functional collaboration—perhaps with operations or fleet management—where your financial expertise added clear value to the outcome?
- In fast-growing environments, what techniques have you found most effective for building scalable financial dashboards and forecasting models?
- Tell us about a time when you challenged the status quo to improve a financial process or automate a routine task. How did the team respond?
- How do you adapt your communication style when explaining complex financial matters to non-finance colleagues or senior management?
- What excites you about working in a dynamic, rapidly evolving industry like Dubai’s car rental market, and how do you keep your skills relevant?
- How do you foster camaraderie and collaboration within your team, especially in high-pressure or deadline-driven situations?
- If the business needed to restructure or expand its fleet rapidly, how would you approach the financial implications and ensure a smooth transition?