Analyst - FP&A

Agility; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 183,000 - 258,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an FP&A Specialist responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance reporting. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Finance or related fields, with 3-4 years of experience in financial analysis. Strong Excel proficiency and analytical skills are essential. This role involves supporting strategic planning and analyzing financial performance to guide decision-making.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in financial planning analysis, modeling, or related area.
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Analyze variances between actual and budgeted results.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Support strategic planning initiatives with financial modeling.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

MBA or professional certification (CFA/CA/ACCA)

Tools

Business intelligence tools

Job description

Your Role

The FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) Specialist is a key member of the finance team responsible for providing financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making. This role involves budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance reporting.

Your Responsibilities

• Budgeting & Forecasting Develop and maintain annual budgets and rolling forecasts.


• Analyze variances between actual and budgeted results.


• Identify trends and provide insights to improve forecasting accuracy.


• Ability to build detailed financial forecasts, including projections of P&L, BS, and CF statements.


• Financial Modeling Build and maintain complex financial models to evaluate business opportunities and support valuations Conduct scenario planning and sensitivity analysis.


• Support strategic planning initiatives with financial modeling.


• Performance Reporting & Analysis Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.


• Performing scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to evaluate the financial impact of different assumptions and variables Evaluating financial information critically, identifying potential issues, and suggesting effective solutions.


• Conduct market research to understand industry trends, competitive landscape, and market opportunities.


• Analyze competitor financials and strategies to benchmark performance and identify opportunities.


• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards.


• Analyze financial performance and provide insights to management.


• Strategic Planning Support the development of long‑term strategic plans.


• Conduct financial analysis and provide recommendations.


• Evaluate potential mergers and acquisitions.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field


• MBA or professional certification (CFA/CA/ACCA) is a preferred.


• 3-4 years of experience in financial planning analysis, modeling, or related area.

Your Competencies

• Proficiency Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and VBA/macros for automation and efficiency.


• Proficiency in developing and reviewing complex financial models.


• Understanding of Data Sciences applications and working knowledge of Business intelligence tools.


• Knowledge and practical experience with various valuation methods such as discounted cash flow (DCF), and comparable company analysis.


• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and reliability in financial models, forecasts, and reports.


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.


• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.


• Strong ethical standards and integrity.

Behavioral

• Teamwork and Collaboration


• Quality and Results focused


• Learning Agility


• Creativity and innovation


• Service Excellence


• Agility and Adaptability


• Communication


• Planning and Organizing


• Problem Solving