9 Operational Excellence jobs in Abu Dhabi

Manage the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Nawah, as well as ENEC and BOC’s Performance Management Framework (excluding C Level), focusing on the Corporate Performance and Station 1 & 2 Performance. Manage all Nawah corporate performance activities and instill a Performance Management culture across Nawah.

Performance Management Framework

• Review the performance of the Performance Management framework (efficiency and effectiveness of the framework) and support in developing recommendations/proposals for Short, Medium, and Long term improvement priorities and plans.
• Lead and work with staff to ensure consistency and accuracy of performance measurement.
• Create and maintain the governance of the performance management within ENEC, Nawah, and BOC (excluding C Level).
• Create the required process and procedure that govern the creation, modification, and elimination of KPIs.
• Create and maintain KPI profile sheets for operational and corporate KPIs for ENEC, Nawah, and BOC (excluding C Level).
• Collaborate with NPI on maintaining the operational KPIs up to date and following the right procedures and templates.
• Share the information of performance-related results flowing from Nawah to other parties including but not limited to SPME, ADQ, BoD.
• Update Nawah Objectives KPIs and targets on an annual basis in coordination with Objective Owners/Sponsors.
• Monitor the progress of Nawah Objectives KPIs and report to Nawah Executive Team (NET) on a quarterly basis during NET Performance Review meetings.
• Monitor, measure the progress, and report on Nawah Objectives KPIs, Nawah Initiatives and annual priorities. Detail Nawah initiatives to measurable milestones and maintain clear records of the agreed milestones and monitoring mechanism.
• Implement Performance monitoring, reporting and analysis frameworks, processes, mechanisms and tools to ensure ENEC, Nawah, and BOC (excluding C Level) accurately, efficiently and effectively monitors, measures, reports, and controls its progress toward its near and long-term business objectives.
• Implement the change controls and change management processes, mechanisms and/or tools to ensure the ENEC, Nawah’s, and BOC Dashboard and all Scorecards, and KPIs remain current and subject to appropriate governance.
• Periodic revision of ENEC, Nawah, and BOC Performance Management procedure (excluding C Level), and other related procedures.

Reporting Performance

• Consolidate Nawah Board of Directors material on a quarterly basis, and provide necessary information for Nuclear Plant Performance Meetings.
• Consolidate Nawah CEO Dashboard, and provide periodic review on Nawah yearly priorities, Nawah Objectives KPIs and WANO KPIs.
• Consolidate, align, monitor, and report the performance scorecards within Nawah Executive Team.
• Facilitate and conduct the quarterly NET Performance Review meetings.
• Monitor, follow up, and report on corrective actions indicated for underperforming KPIs.
• Conduct the required Pre-Job Briefs, communications, presentations with the C-Level across Nawah.
• Report Strategic KPIs to ENEC SPME / ADQ monthly, and any other ad-hoc requests.
• Manage and monitor the reporting of Nawah Monthly Report and assure accuracy and consistency of reporting.
• Ensure reporting systems are developed and maintained to keep pace with organization changes.
• Develop, align, monitor, and report the VP-Level Performance Scorecards and Director-Level Scorecards at Station 1 & 2.
• Review the performance of Station 1 & 2 monthly, and report summary progress during the quarterly Business Review meetings.
• Develop KPI Profile Sheets for all Operational KPIs.

People Management

• Contribute to the development of UAE National employees in a manner that supports the objectives of the corporation and its Emiratization strategy.
• Contribute to knowledge dissemination/sharing in a way that assists with building internal capabilities of UAE Nationals where applicable and maximize their effective performance.

Excellence and Quality Management

• Ensure commitment to a culture of continuous improvement by eliminating waste, following operations procedures, practicing innovation, problem solving, and teamwork; complying with Quality Management System policies and procedures; providing and receiving constructive feedback, and striving to meet quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
• Ensure Commitment to the Nawah Fundamentals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Administration, Engineering, Engineering Management, Operations Management, or similar.

Manager - Cost and Performance Management

Embark on a journey where your unique contributions are celebrated, and your professional growth is embraced. At ADCB, we nurture a diverse, inclusive community where every voice is valued.

About the business area - Group Risk Management

ADCB prioritises a disciplined approach to risk, recognising its fundamental importance to the Bank's long-term organisational and financial resilience. Group Risk Management oversees the implementation of ADCB's risk objectives, identifying and addressing gaps in the bank's risk infrastructure/framework. Their responsibilities include nurturing the independence of the risk function, establishing provisioning policies, and introducing changes to energise risk awareness among front office personnel and decision-makers. Continuously tuning the risk organisation in line with market best practices, they manage ADCB's portfolio and associated risks to international standards, while establishing a clear risk culture across all areas of operation.

In this role, your key responsibilities include:

• The role holder is responsible for overseeing cost management, financial reporting, and management reporting within the organization. This includes ensuring accurate accruals for General and Administrative (G&A) expenses, managing prepayments and advances, maintaining amortization schedules, and conducting regular reviews of expenses. The role also involves monthly reconciliation of accruals and prepayments, managing cost and revenue drivers, and identifying risks and opportunities through close collaboration with stakeholders. Additionally, the position requires preparing consolidated financial statements in compliance with accounting standards and applicable laws, while ensuring financial integrity and effective reporting. The holder will monitor performance, liquidity risk, and profit rate management, contributing to the overall financial health and regulatory compliance of the organization.

Customer / Stakeholder

• Ensure to track and setup intuitive MIS for management decision making, provide flash reports and results in timely manner.
• Work closely with ALM Operations – System Support on profit rate & liquidity risk models and reports requirements.
• Work closely with Financial and Management Reporting departments of Parent for effective financial and management reporting.
• Work closely with internal (Business segments) and external (external auditors) stakeholders for effective cost management, financial and management reporting and support business functions with MIS queries.

Processes Cost Management

• Invoice Accuracy & Allocation: Ensure the accuracy of invoices from vendors, allocating all expenses to the correct General Ledgers (GLs) and cost centres.
• Invoice Query Resolution: Liaise with the Budget Control and Payments teams to resolve invoice queries from external parties. Handle all invoicing-related inquiries from bank staff and Group Finance.
• Month-End Reconciliation: Manage month-end reconciliation of payments in collaboration with Group Finance, ensuring all transactions are accurate and timely.
• Accruals & Project Costs Review: Conduct regular reviews of accruals and track project-related costs, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Transaction Reconciliation & Reporting: Prepare reports and reconciliations to ensure accuracy of all transactions related to cost management.
• Prepayment & Amortization Management: Review prepayments and initiate amortization processes with proper expense allocations.
• Annual Budget Preparation: Assist in the yearly cost budget preparation, ensuring that numbers are validated and supported by robust controls in coordination with relevant business units.
• Forecasting Operating Expenditures: Prepare forecasts for the bank's operating expenditures and validate them through detailed controls in collaboration with business stakeholders.
• Capex & Project Tracking: Manage monthly tracking of Capital Expenditures (Capex) and related projects with stakeholders, ensuring adequate controls are in place.
• Cost Driver Development: Develop and monitor key cost drivers related to the bank's operations, identifying risks and opportunities by regularly reviewing actual costs in partnership with relevant stakeholders.
• Opex & Capex Utilization Tracking: Ensure the timely tracking and reporting of Operating Expenditures (Opex) and Capital Expenditures (Capex).
• Fixed Asset Management: Oversee fixed asset transactions, ensuring they are recorded and accounted for in accordance with the bank's policies.

Financial Reporting

• Consolidated Financial Statements: Prepare consolidated financial statements for the Group (including the bank and its subsidiaries) in compliance with relevant accounting laws, regulatory standards, and Group policies. Submit the prepared statements for review by Head of Financial Reporting.
• Reporting Procedures & Internal Controls: Implement and maintain reporting procedures that ensure compliance with internal control requirements, safeguarding the integrity of financial data.
• Accounting Guidance: Provide guidance to business units on the accounting treatment of revenue, ensuring alignment with financial and accounting standards.
• Accounting for New Products: Manage the accounting entries for new products and initiatives, ensuring they are properly documented and approved by relevant stakeholders before implementation.
• Month-End & Year-End Closing: Drive the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring that all accounting activities are completed in a timely and accurate manner.

Performance Management

• Segment Financial Performance Analysis: Analyze segment financial performance to support both statutory and management reporting requirements, providing insights into the financial health of each business unit.
• Target Performance Tracking: Track and monitor target performance, ensuring alignment with financial and strategic objectives. Actively participate in business planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Balance Sheet Planning & Forecasting: Contribute to balance sheet planning, budgeting, and forecasting, ensuring financial assumptions are accurate and aligned with business goals. Participate in balance sheet management benchmarking to assess financial performance.
• Asset Liability Management (ALM) & Reporting: Provide support to the Asset-Liability Committee (ALCO) with respect to all ALM-related reporting, ensuring accurate benchmarking of the bank's and Group's financial position and performance.
• Budget & Forecast Support: Liaise with business groups to support the yearly budgeting process and provide requested forecasts, ensuring all financial assumptions are properly validated and aligned with strategic goals.
• Board of Directors Presentations: Prepare and present timely and accurate financial reports to the Board of Directors (BOD), including updates on the bank's financial position, performance, and budget variations. Provide clear analysis and recommendations where applicable.
• Financial Modelling: Develop and maintain financial models to simulate multiple business scenarios, providing insights that facilitate informed decision-making across the organization.
• Profit Rate & Liquidity Risk Management: Monitor and track key financial risks, including profit rate risk, net profit income management, and liquidity risk related to the balance sheet. Ensure risk factors are actively managed and reported to relevant stakeholders.

The ideal candidate should have the following experience

• At least 5 years of experience in relevant field
• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
• Knowledge of Financial Tools
• Basel Guidelines
• Internal Control
• Financial Accounting and Reporting
• Performance Management
• Managing Quality and Risk

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary & Additionally, all employees are eligible to participate in one of our rewarding variable pay plans.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: This includes market-leading medical insurance, group life and personal accident insurance, paid leave and leave airfare, employee preferential rates on loans and finance facilities, staff discounts and offers, and children education assistance (for certain job levels).
• Flexible and Remote Working Options: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements, subject to eligibility and job requirements.
• Learning and Development Opportunities: We value and facilitate continuous learning and personal development through a variety of exciting learning opportunities, such as structured instructor-led courses, a comprehensive e-learning catalog, on-the-job training, and professional development programs.

At ADCB, we are dedicated to creating a respectful, caring and disciplined work environment that aligns with your career ambitions.

We are currently recruiting a Manager / Senior Manager Consultant in Enterprise Performance Management specializing in Hyperion Implementation within the Finance Consultancy practice. Our client is one of the leading Audit & Assurance Consultancy firms and is one of the Big 4.

Our client’s finance consulting practice provides a range of services to the Finance functions within large organizations focusing on the CFO’s agenda. The key services include Operational finance improvement, Corporate Performance Management, Treasury effectiveness and Finance function shared services.

Enterprise Performance Management Systems implementation is one of their key competency areas providing EPM management systems design, implementation and change support to industry leading clients across a range of topics EPM functions such as Consolidation, Financial Reporting, budgeting & forecasting and financial analytics.

Our client is recruiting individuals with deep EPM system design and implementation skills and experience specifically in the Oracle Hyperion tool sets to focus on delivering finance transformation projects as part of a Senior of the team. The right candidate should have extensive experience of leading major EPM Hyperion Projects, managing teams and closely interacting with clients up to CFO level.

The Senior Manager will be a part of a highly skilled specialist team of finance change professionals while at the same time, be encouraged to initiate and develop new ideas. Our client has an excellent track record of delivering high quality work to major international clients and has ambitious growth plans for the next few years.

The Senior Manager will report to a Director / Partner, and work as a Senior member of the team and be expected to lead engagements and teams. The team sizes will vary depending on the client / Project.

We expect all interested applicants to have considerable experience in leading performance management programs using Hyperion, preferably within a major blue chip or consulting environment. The right candidate will have been supporting decision making at a senior level, and should have to demonstrate a track record of implementation success, achieve savings and overcoming various challenges. Candidates with some relevant industry experience is essential, and would be at an advantage compared to the rest.

We are seeking a skilled Monitoring Engineer to enhance the monitoring of Business-Critical applications and align with enterprise standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in large enterprises, knowledge of APM and Monitoring technologies, and be able to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and technical teams.

• Enhance monitoring of Business-Critical applications
• Align with enterprise standards and policies
• Serve as SME to increase tools adoption and define procedures
• Conduct training for organizational development and adoption

• APM and Monitoring Technologies: Experience working with APM and Monitoring technologies is required
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and technical teams is essential
• Enterprise Standards: Alignment with enterprise standards and policies is mandatory

Manager - Financial Reporting, Cost and Performance Management

Embark on a journey where your unique contributions are celebrated, and your professional growth is embraced. At ADCB, we nurture a diverse, inclusive community where every voice is valued.

About the business area - Group Risk Management

ADCB prioritises a disciplined approach to risk, recognising its fundamental importance to the Bank’s long-term organisational and financial resilience. Group Risk Management oversees the implementation of ADCB's risk objectives, identifying and addressing gaps in the bank's risk infrastructure/framework. Their responsibilities include nurturing the independence of the risk function, establishing provisioning policies, and introducing changes to energise risk awareness among front office personnel and decision-makers. Continuously tuning the risk organisation in line with market best practices, they manage ADCB's portfolio and associated risks to international standards, while establishing a clear risk culture across all areas of operation.

In this role, your key responsibilities include:

• To manage risk limits and control measures and contribute to the development of market risk models and reports in order to ensure the Bank’s exposure to market risk is maintained within Board approved limits and regulatory requirements
• Manage the production of reports by ensuring the team monitor results and escalate breaches of market risk and counterparty risk limits in order for remedial action to be initiated
• Manage to the development, implementation and monitoring of control measures to ensure dealer trading remains within individual limits and is restricted to approved derivatives and currencies
• Manage derivative value calculations to determine the appropriate financial provision to be raised
• Manage the development and implementation of models to measure and monitor the Banking book’s exposure to interest rate risk to ensure remedial action is initiated when appropriate
• Prepare market risk reports on improvements to Banking and product strategies in order to minimise the Bank’s exposure to market risk
• Ensure market, settlement and counterparty risk capital is calculated and submitted in order to demonstrate compliance to Central Bank requirements
• Collate research on industry leading best practices and share feedback with line manager to ensure that the Bank’s market risk methodologies and models are continuously developed and refined
• Manage self and team in line with ADCB’s people management policies, procedures, processes and practices to ensure adherence and to maximise own and employee contribution to business performance
• Organise and supervise the activities and work of the team to ensure that targets and objectives are achieved and the business plan is delivered in line with the required policies, processes, procedures and systems
• Implement approved departmental policies, processes and procedures, and ensure employee adherence so that work is carried out to the required standard while delivering the required standards of service to customers and stakeholders
• Manage and motivate the team to ensure they contribute to, and participate in, the identification and implementation of change initiatives, programmes and projects in line with the Bank’s standards
• Demonstrate Our Promise and apply the ADCB Service Standards to deliver the Bank’s required levels of service in all internal and external customer interactions

The ideal candidate should have the following experience

• At least 6 years of experience in a Market Risk department of an International Financial Institution
• Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Finance or Commerce
• Certificate in Quantitative Finance (CQF), Financial Risk Manager (FRM) or equivalent Professional Risk Management qualification
• Strong understanding of Foreign Exchange Markets, Money markets, Derivatives, Fixed Income, Structures and Liquidity Risk Management
• Treasury Risk Modelling and Analysis
• Local and International Banking Regulations and Compliance Requirements
• General Risk Management Methodologies
• Knowledge of Bloomberg and Reuters
• Advanced Proficiency in MS Office Suite of Products Including Visual Basic Analysis (VBA) Macro Programming
• Written and Spoken English
• Analytical Skills

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary & Additionally, all employees are eligible to participate in one of our rewarding variable pay plans.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: This includes market-leading medical insurance, group life and personal accident insurance, paid leave and leave airfare, employee preferential rates on loans and finance facilities, staff discounts and offers, and children education assistance (for certain job levels).
• Flexible and Remote Working Options: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements, subject to eligibility and job requirements.
• Learning and Development Opportunities: We value and facilitate continuous learning and personal development through a variety of exciting learning opportunities, such as structured instructor-led courses, a comprehensive e-learning catalog, on-the-job training, and professional development programs.

At ADCB, we are dedicated to creating a respectful, caring and disciplined work environment that aligns with your career ambitions.

In Financial Accounting & Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients in addressing accounting and financial challenges. You will be part of a team providing insights and services that enhance analytics, decision-making, and innovation, aiming to build a stronger, more efficient finance function aligned with modern business requirements. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning, and tailored coaching.

Our goal is to develop outstanding leaders who deliver on our promises to stakeholders and play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, clients, and communities.

If this sounds interesting, this is just the beginning. The exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime, regardless of how long you stay.

About The Role

In this role, you will work directly with a diverse range of clients across multiple industries to support transforming their Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) capabilities, focusing on process, technology, data, and people, especially within the Energy sector and Finance Transformation.

You will build and maintain strong networks internally and externally to grow the FAAS pipeline, report directly to Directors and Partners during pursuit planning, execution, and wrap-up stages, and ensure high-quality, timely work in compliance with EY standards.

Skills and Attributes for Success

Proactivity, accountability, and results-driven attitude are essential. Managing competing priorities, resource allocation, and effective communication are key skills that will positively impact your team and promote a strong work ethic.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in a similar role, preferably within Big 4 or leading consulting firms, focusing on EPM transformation and broader finance and operational excellence initiatives.
• A bachelor's or master's degree in finance, accounting, or an equivalent field.
• CPA/CA/ACCA certification.
• Experience in assessing and improving EPM operating models, including planning & budgeting, forecasting, financial close, consolidation & reporting, management reporting, and analytics, with focus on processes, enabling technologies (e.g., OneStream, Oracle, SAP, Anaplan, Workday, Adaptive Planning), data requirements, people requirements, and governance.
• Experience in managing large transformation projects with cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of finance systems landscape, especially ERP and EPM solution touchpoints.
• A selling mindset with the ability to develop compelling proposals that meet client needs.
• Ability to build positive, credible relationships with clients with integrity and authenticity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills in English; proficiency in Arabic is a plus but not mandatory.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice as needed.
• Understanding of the Abu Dhabi marketplace and large clients such as ADNOC, ADQ, TAQA.
• Strong team player with leadership skills.
• Experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) functions is a plus.

Ideally, you'll also have:

• Experience working in the Middle East & North Africa region.

An Operations Executive plays a crucial role in overseeing the day-to-day activities of an organization, ensuring that business operations run smoothly and efficiently.

They are pivotal in coordinating various departments, optimizing processes, and implementing effective strategies to achieve organizational goals.

The Operations Executive serves as a bridge between upper management and employees, helping to align the vision and mission of the company with actual operational practices.

In this dynamic role, they identify areas for improvement, ensure compliance with regulations, and drive productivity enhancements.

• Develop and implement operational strategies to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Coordinate with departments to align operations with overall business objectives.
• Monitor daily operations and maintain smooth workflow within the organization.
• Analyze data to identify areas for improvement and recommend solutions.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and evaluation of operations staff to maintain high performance.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop business development plans and growth strategies.
• Prepare reports on operational performance for senior management.
• Optimize resource allocation to maximize productivity and minimize costs.
• Develop crisis management plans and implement measures to mitigate operational risks.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field.
• Proven experience in an operations management role, preferably in a similar industry.
• Strong analytical skills with data analysis ability.
• Excellent leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in operations management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strategic mindset for business growth.