Finance Business Partnering Analyst

PwC Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is looking for a Business Analyst focused on Finance Business Partnering. In this role, you will conduct financial analysis, support decision-making, and provide insights to drive business performance. Candidates should have a professional accounting qualification and strong analytical skills, with experience in financial modeling and tools like Power BI. Join a team committed to delivering value and excellence in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a professional accounting qualification.
• Strong analytics and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to liaise effectively with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and prepare management reports.
• Monitor KPIs and provide insights for performance improvements.
• Support business units in budgeting processes.

Skills

Financial management skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Professional or Management Accounting Qualification

Tools

Power BI

Financial Modelling

Excel

Job description

Description

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 12,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 370,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 152 countries with more than 328,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.

Established in the region for over 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 10,000 people across 12 countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and the United Arab Emirates. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market, and beyond.

As a Business Analyst with a focus on Finance Business Partnering, their key role is collaborating with various departments toprovidefinancial insights, support decision-making, and drive business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Performance Management

• Conduct financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and forecasting, to provide insights into departmental performance
• Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) toidentifytrends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Provide monthly / quarterly/ yearly financial performanceupdates,insightsand analysis to leadership.
• Prepare management reports, presentations, and ad-hoc analysis on financial performance of the function as needed

Cost Control & Efficiency

• Analyse cost structures and recommend cost-saving measures, and help optimise resource utilisation
• Evaluate financial aspects of the vendor contracts of business
• Keep track of monthly accruals
• Highlight exceptions andmonitorcompliances to financial policies

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support business units in budgeting process by working closely with them to develop realistic budgets
• Analyse financial forecasts

Strategic Alignment

• Provide financial analysis and insights for decision-making
• Evaluate business cases
• Ensure alignment between financial goals & overall business strategy

Financial Risk & Change Management

• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks
• Ensure that financial considerations are integrated into change management plans

Required Competencies

• Financial management skills
• Attention to detail
• Analytical skills
• Communication skills
• Time management skills
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and accounting standards
• Problem-solving skills
• Leadership Skills
• Customer Service Skills

Required Skills

• Professional or Management Accounting Qualification
• Financial Modelling & Excel Skills
• Strong analytics and communication skills
• Ability to liaise effectively with senior stakeholders and technical teams
• Familiarity with data modelling and planning tools
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Experience in business intelligence, Power BI modelling, and maintenance

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Balance Sheet Analysis, Cash Flow Analysis, Communication, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Escalation Management, Financial Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Financial Planning, Financial Policy, Financial Review, Financial Risk Analysis, Financial Statement Modeling, Financial Strategy, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) {+ 9 more}

Travel Requirements

0%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Government Clearance Required?

Yes

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