Budget Planning and Financial Analysis Specialist- UAE National

Confidential; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential government entity in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Budget Planning and Financial Analysis Specialist to lead budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial performance monitoring. You will coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure resources align with organizational priorities and drive sound financial decision-making.

The role requires 3-6 years of relevant experience, expertise in Excel and ERP systems, and strong communication skills to present insights to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration.
• 3-6 years of relevant experience in budgeting, financial planning, financial analysis, forecasting, or management reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Experience with ERP/financial management systems preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to analyze complex financial information and present clear insights to management.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, consolidation, and monitoring of annual budgets.
• Conduct financial analysis of budgets, actual expenditure, forecasts, and variances.
• Monitor budget utilization and identify significant variances, trends, and financial risks.
• Prepare periodic financial reports, management reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Support financial forecasting, scenario analysis, and budget planning activities.
• Collaborate with business units to review and validate budget submissions and financial requirements.
• Analyze expenditure patterns and provide insights to support informed management decisions.
• Support budget revisions, reallocations, and related financial approval processes.
• Monitor financial commitments, expenditure, and projected requirements throughout the financial year.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis and reports as required by management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial policies, procedures, and governance requirements.
• Contribute to the enhancement and continuous improvement of budgeting and financial reporting processes.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Excel

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics/Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

A confidential government entity in Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly motivated Budget Planning and Financial Analysis Specialist to support budget planning, financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and financial performance monitoring.

The role will work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure effective financial planning, accurate reporting, and alignment between financial resources and organizational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, consolidation, and monitoring of annual budgets.
• Conduct financial analysis of budgets, actual expenditure, forecasts, and variances.
• Monitor budget utilization and identify significant variances, trends, and financial risks.
• Prepare periodic financial reports, management reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Support financial forecasting, scenario analysis, and budget planning activities.
• Collaborate with business units to review and validate budget submissions and financial requirements.
• Analyze expenditure patterns and provide insights to support informed management decisions.
• Support budget revisions, reallocations, and related financial approval processes.
• Monitor financial commitments, expenditure, and projected requirements throughout the financial year.
• Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis and reports as required by management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial policies, procedures, and governance requirements.
• Contribute to the enhancement and continuous improvement of budgeting and financial reporting processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 3-6 years of relevant experience in budgeting, financial planning, financial analysis, forecasting, or management reporting.
• Strong experience in budget preparation, variance analysis, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Experience working with ERP or financial management systems is preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to analyze complex financial information and present clear, concise insights to management.

Core Competencies

• Budget Planning & Management
• Financial Analysis
• Forecasting & Variance Analysis
• Financial Reporting
• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Stakeholder Management
• Problem Solving
• Communication & Presentation