Finance Business Partnering Analyst

Careers at UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Dubai is looking for a Finance Business Partnering Analyst to provide financial insights, supporting decision-making and driving business performance. The successful candidate will conduct financial analysis, prepare reports, and help optimize resource utilization while collaborating with various departments. This role requires strong analytical and communication skills, along with a professional accounting qualification. Visa sponsorship is available.

Qualifications

• Experience in business intelligence, Power BI modelling, and maintenance.
• Ability to liaise effectively with senior stakeholders and technical teams.
• Experience with Power BI and data modelling to support decision-making is expected.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and forecasting.
• Prepare management reports, presentations, and ad‑hoc analysis on financial performance.
• Support business units in the budgeting process.
• Prepare management reports and ad-hoc analyses on financial performance.
• Assess cost structures and identify cost-saving opportunities; optimise resource use.
• Evaluate financial aspects of vendor contracts and track monthly accruals.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and assist budgeting processes.
• Support strategic alignment of financial goals with business strategy.

Skills

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

Education

Professional or Management Accounting Qualification

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Finance Business Partnering Analyst

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Business Services

Specialism

Business Operations

Management Level

Senior Associate

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 to provide financial 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) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide monthly / quarterly / yearly financial performance updates, insights and 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 and monitor compliances 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

Optional Skills

• 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)

Travel Requirements

0%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Government Clearance Required?

Yes