Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

YOSH; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an FP&A Manager to oversee financial performance, drive business analytics, and lead the budgeting process across multiple business units. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, an MBA preferred, and over 10 years of relevant experience. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders to refine business strategy and making informed investment decisions, ensuring the growth of the organization through effective performance management and strategic investments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in reporting, financial planning, and corporate strategy.
• Proven leadership experience in decentralized organizations.
• Strong experience presenting to Boards and Senior Management Committees.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance monitoring and business analytics across the group.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Conduct market trend analysis to support sustainable growth.
• Evaluate potential M&A transactions and restructuring.

Skills

Financial analysis

Strategic planning

Leadership

Risk management

Business valuation

Market trend analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business Administration or Strategy

MBA (Finance) or CMA

Tools

Hyperion

Jedox

OneStream XF

EPM tools

Job description

Job Summary

The FP&A Manager will be responsible for driving business performance analytics executing strategic initiatives and optimizing the Groups and Shareholders portfolio for long‑term growth. This role will oversee monthly performance dashboards highlight key focus areas and gaps validate financial performance and support strategic decision‑making at a group level.

The role will also lead the budgeting and forecasting process for multiple business units and consolidated group reporting working closely with stakeholders to refine business strategy and financial projections.

1) Performance Monitoring & Business Analytics

• Develop and oversee monthly performance dashboards ensuring visibility and timely insights on business performance.
• Prepare Board‑level presentations for business units group entities and shareholders.
• Highlight key gaps risks and focus areas providing actionable recommendations to leadership.
• Review and validate monthly financial performance vs budget ensuring accuracy and accountability.
• Conduct ad‑hoc financial and operational analysis to support management decision‑making.
• Provide regular analysis of the portfolio of risks guiding strategic and institutional decisions.
• Report progress on risk management and compliance activities to senior management and Board stakeholders.

2) Strategic Investments Growth & Market Positioning

• Conduct reviews and due diligence for new business opportunities and investment proposals.
• Analyze market trends to support sustainable group growth and strategic positioning.
• Perform business valuations (Income & Market approaches) and coordinate with external parties for Buy/Sell deals.
• Conduct competition analysis and benchmarking against key market players.
• Assess market opportunities and recommend investment strategies in high‑growth sectors.
• Evaluate potential M&A transactions restructuring and divestments to maximize shareholder value.
• Support turnaround strategy assessments and exit options for underperforming/non‑strategic entities.

3) Group‑Level Strategy Execution

• Drive group‑level strategic initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.
• Develop and implement corporate strategies for group entities improving synergies and efficiencies.
• Oversee execution of the long‑term strategic plan ensuring key milestones are achieved.
• Provide project management support for the Executive Committee monitoring and vetting complex initiatives and risks.

4) Consolidation Technology & Ad‑Hoc Support

• Consolidate financial and operational reporting across business units and ensure timely monthly reporting to Head Office.
• Support digital finance transformation by identifying opportunities for technology adoption aligned with business needs.
• Lead the implementation of Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) tools across the Group.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive a consistent network‑wide approach to risk management.
• Undertake special initiatives and other responsibilities as assigned by the line manager.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Finance Business Administration or Strategy
• MBA (Finance) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) is preferred
• Minimum 10 years of experience across reporting financial planning investment management and corporate strategy within large groups
• Big 4 experience (Audit / Advisory / Corporate Finance) is highly desirable
• Strong experience presenting to Boards and Senior Management Committees
• Proven leadership experience in decentralized organizations
• Must have led group‑level implementation of at least one EPM tool
• Strong working experience with enterprise reporting and MIS tools such as Hyperion Jedox OneStream XF CCH or equivalent
• Hands‑on experience in financial reporting under IFRS and other applicable GAAP frameworks
• Strong valuation modelling knowledge including DCF analysis and comparable multiples‑based valuation is preferred
• Exposure to International Valuation Standards (IVS) is an advantage