Finance Business Partner – Capex

About the Role Miral Experiences is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner – Capex to lead and manage finance operations related to capital expenditure (Capex), fixed asset lifecycle management, investment governance, and financial reporting. This role plays a critical part in ensuring strong financial control, compliance with IFRS standards, robust asset governance, and insightful analysis that supports strategic investment decisions across the organization. Key Responsibilities Fixed Assets Management & Governance - Lead the end-to-end fixed asset lifecycle, including capitalization, transfers, depreciation, impairment reviews, and disposals. - Maintain accurate fixed asset registers and ensure data integrity within Oracle ERP. - Oversee asset tagging, tracking, and periodic physical verification programs across all entities. - Manage Capital Work in Progress (CWIP) and ensure timely capitalization of projects. - Perform reconciliations between physical assets and financial records. Capex Planning & Investment Analysis - Lead the preparation and review of Investment Committee business cases and financial evaluations. - Develop and review financial models, including NPV, IRR, payback, sensitivity, and scenario analysis. - Monitor approved investments against budgets, forecasts, and actual spend. - Conduct Post-Implementation Reviews (PIR) and provide recommendations to support future investment decisions. - Support leadership with capital allocation and strategic investment planning. Financial Reporting & Reconciliations - Ensure accurate and timely Capex and fixed asset reporting. - Review monthly depreciation, asset schedules, reconciliations, and Capex trackers. - Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities. - Perform detailed general ledger reconciliations and financial analysis. - Deliver insightful variance analysis and management reporting. Audit, Compliance & Controls - Own ICFR controls related to Capex and fixed assets. - Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal policies, governance frameworks, and audit requirements. - Lead interactions with internal and external auditors. - Drive sustainable remediation plans for audit findings. - Maintain complete documentation and audit trails for asset additions, transfers, and disposals. Budgeting & Forecasting - Lead Capex budgeting, forecasting, and lifecycle management across multiple entities. - Review and challenge Capex submissions to ensure accuracy and alignment with business priorities. - Monitor budget vs. actual performance and drive corrective actions where necessary. - Support stakeholders in optimizing capital allocation and investment prioritization. - Maintain Capex trackers and reporting dashboards across Oracle and OneStream. Process Improvement & Automation - Identify opportunities to automate asset management and reporting processes. - Enhance Oracle Fusion/ERP asset modules and reporting capabilities. - Introduce digital asset tracking solutions and management dashboards. - Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and strengthen controls. Qualifications & Experience Essential - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. - 7-10 years of progressive finance experience. - Strong expertise in Fixed Assets Management, Capital Expenditure (Capex) Planning & Control, Financial Analysis & Modeling, and IFRS Accounting Standards. Preferred - CA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification. - Experience within the GCC region. - Hands-on experience with Oracle ERP/Fusion. - Exposure to Investment Committee governance and approval frameworks.