Financial Analyst

ALEC; Dubai; On-site; AED 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Analyst to support its FP&A function. This role involves analyzing financial data, preparing detailed reports, and assisting in budget preparation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial analysis, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work closely with various stakeholders. Join a dynamic team where your insights will drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making. If you are passionate about finance and looking to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in financial analysis in a corporate environment.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed financial analysis and monitor KPIs for decision-making.
• Assist in annual budget preparation and quarterly forecasts.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Forecasting

Variance Analysis

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Master's degree or CPA/CFA

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Budgeting Software

Job description

Job Overview:

The Finance Analyst will play a key role in supporting the FP&A function. Reporting directly to the FP&A Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing financial data, monitoring performance against budgets and forecasts, and assisting with creating presentations with insights for decision-makers within the company.

The Finance Analyst will contribute to financial modeling and cost analysis, making data-driven recommendations to help the company achieve its financial goals.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to support business decision-making.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and quarterly forecasts, working closely with department heads for accurate and timely financial data submission.
• Prepare regular performance analysis reports for business units.
• Report monthly on Overheads Actual vs. Budget vs. Forecast for respective budget holders.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial planning and analysis activities.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support various business initiatives as required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; master's degree or professional qualifications (e.g., CPA, CFA) preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or similar roles within a corporate or large business environment.
• Experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for presenting financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Capability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

Desirables:

• Experience working within the construction industry.
• Knowledge of budgeting software and financial reporting systems.
• Proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in Excel for building complex models and data analysis.
• Experience with Power BI or similar visualization tools for creating dashboards and reports.