Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

Antal International Network; Sharjah; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious organization in the GCC is seeking a highly skilled FP&A Analyst to drive financial planning, analysis, and performance management. You will be responsible for developing budgets, forecasts, and providing insightful recommendations that influence senior management decisions. Ideal candidates should have 5-8 years of experience in finance roles, strong financial modeling skills, and advanced proficiency in ERP systems. Join a team dedicated to strategic growth and excellence within a high-performance environment.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Exposure to cross-functional projects

Contribute to strategic financial initiatives

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of experience in FP&A or finance roles within large multinational organizations.
• Exceptional problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to influence decision‑making and long‑term business planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and rolling forecasts.
• Monitor and analyze business performance against budgets.
• Prepare and present reports on financial performance, KPIs, and business metrics.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

MBA or professional qualification (CFA, CPA, ACCA)

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

Our client is a prestigious, rapidly expanding organization in the GCC, known for its commitment to excellence, corporate governance, and sustainable strategic growth. With an ambitious vision for regional and international expansion, the company is seeking a highly skilled FP&A professional to play a pivotal role in driving financial planning, analysis, and performance management. The selected candidate will be a key contributor to the finance leadership team, providing insights that directly influence strategic decision‑making and business growth.

Role Overview

The FP&A professional will be responsible for analyzing financial performance, developing budgets and forecasts, and providing actionable insights that support strategic business decisions. The role demands a candidate who combines strong analytical capabilities with strategic thinking, possesses deep financial acumen, and can work collaboratively across business units to ensure the organization achieves its financial objectives.

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in high‑volume, multi‑entity organizations, who can contribute to financial planning, performance monitoring, and process optimization, while maintaining a strong focus on accuracy, governance, and strategic impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and rolling forecasts in alignment with corporate strategy.
• Monitor and analyze business performance against budgets, providing variance analysis and actionable recommendations to senior management.
• Develop financial models to support strategic decision‑making, including scenario planning and investment analysis.
• Work closely with business units to translate operational plans into financial targets and ensure alignment across departments.

Management Reporting & Business Insights

• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reports on financial performance, KPIs, and business metrics.
• Analyze revenue, costs, margins, and key operational drivers to provide actionable insights that support growth and profitability.
• Assist leadership in evaluating business performance, including identifying opportunities for cost optimization, efficiency improvements, and profitability enhancement.

Strategic Business Partnering

• Act as a trusted advisor to business units, providing financial guidance to support decision‑making, investments, and strategic initiatives.
• Support senior leadership in capital allocation, expansion projects, and financial feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure financial discipline, transparency, and governance across the organization.

Process Improvement & Governance

• Identify opportunities to enhance reporting efficiency, forecasting accuracy, and financial modeling capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in finance transformation initiatives, contributing to digitalization, automation, and best practices in financial planning and analysis.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. An MBA or professional qualification (CFA, CPA, ACCA) is highly desirable.
• 5–8+ years of experience in FP&A or finance roles within large multinational organizations or GCC‑based enterprises.
• Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional problem‑solving, organizational, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to convey insights effectively to senior leadership and cross‑functional teams.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to influence decision‑making and contribute to long‑term business planning.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work with a high‑profile GCC organization and contribute to strategic financial initiatives.
• Exposure to cross‑functional projects, business strategy, and performance management at a senior level.
• Professional growth in a dynamic, high‑performance, and high‑impact environment.
• Be part of a team that drives business decisions and contributes to long‑term growth and financial excellence

Do you have experience preparing budgets, forecasts, and rolling financial plans for a large organization or multi‑entity business? Yes No Have you provided strategic financial insights that directly influenced senior management or business decisions? Yes No Have you partnered with business units or operations teams to analyze performance, cost drivers, and profitability? Yes No Do you have hands‑on experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced financial modeling in Excel for FP&A purposes? Yes No