Financial Analyst

Michael Page; Dubai; In loco; AED 180.000 - 280.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Michael Page in Dubai is seeking a Finance Analyst to join a leading multinational business. You will support budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, and strategic decision-making with commercial insights.

The role requires 3–6 years FP&A experience in a multinational or large corporate setting, advanced Excel and IFRS knowledge, and strong stakeholder partnering abilities. UAE experience is mandatory and immediate availability is highly preferred.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
• Mandatory professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CPA/CIMA/CMA or equivalent).
• 3–6 years FP&A experience within a multinational or large corporate environment.
• Minimum 1 year UAE experience mandatory.
• Advanced Excel skills with strong financial modelling capabilities.
• Good understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles.

Mansioni

• Support the preparation of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Analyse business performance against budget, forecast, and prior year results, providing commentary on variances.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial models to support planning and performance management activities.
• Monitor and report on key business KPIs, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders to provide financial guidance and challenge where required.
• Prepare monthly management reports and performance dashboards for leadership teams.
• Support month-end reporting activities and ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial information.
• Assist in preparing executive-level presentations and board reporting packs.

Conoscenze

Budgeting, financial planning and分析

Variance analysis

Forecasting

Management reporting

Excel modelling

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CPA/CIMA/CMA or equivalent)

Strumenti

ERP systems

Reporting tools

Descrizione del lavoro

An exciting opportunity for a Finance Analyst to join a leading multinational business based in Dubai. The role will play a key part in financial planning and analysis activities, supporting leadership with commercial insights, budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, and strategic decision-making across the business.

Client Details

Our client is a leading diversified business operating across the premium automotive sector, representing globally recognized vehicle brands and delivering best-in-class customer experiences across sales, after sales, service, and mobility solutions. With a strong presence in the UAE and a reputation for operational excellence, the organization continues to invest in innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable growth, making it an employer of choice for finance professionals seeking exposure to a highly commercial and performance-driven environment.

Description

• Support the preparation of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial plans
• Deliver accurate and timely financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making
• Analyse business performance against budget, forecast, and prior year results, providing meaningful commentary on variances
• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial models to support planning and performance management activities
• Monitor and report on key business KPIs, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
• Partner closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to provide financial guidance and challenge where required
• Prepare monthly management reports and performance dashboards for leadership teams
• Support month-end reporting activities and ensure financial information is delivered accurately and on time
• Assist in preparing executive-level presentations and board reporting packs
• Support the external audit process by providing relevant financial information and analysis
• Prepare compliance and periodic reporting requirements for external stakeholders
• Identify process improvement opportunities and contribute to finance transformation initiatives
• Participate in systems enhancement, automation, and business intelligence projects
• Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and management reports as required
• Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure alignment between financial reporting and planning activities
• Ensure financial processes, controls, and documentation remain accurate and up to date

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline
• Professional accounting qualification is mandatory and non-negotiable (ACCA, CPA, CMA, CIMA, or equivalent)
• 3 to 6 years of FP&A experience within a multinational or large corporate environment
• Minimum 1 year of UAE experience is mandatory
• Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and management reporting
• Advanced Excel skills with strong financial modelling capabilities
• Good understanding of IFRS and financial reporting principles
• Experience working with ERP systems and reporting tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to partner effectively with non-finance stakeholders
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Immediately available candidates will be highly preferred

Job Offer

• Opportunity to join a highly respected multinational organisation
• Exposure to senior leadership and strategic business initiatives
• Broad FP&A remit with strong commercial exposure
• Fast-paced, high-performing work environment
• Opportunity to contribute to ongoing transformation and automation projects
• Career development and progression opportunities within a growing business
• Collaborative and professional team culture
• Dubai-based role with exposure to regional operations

Skills

Budgeting, financial planning and analysis, variance analysis, forecasting, reporting, audit, compliance