Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist

Majid Al Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Majid Al Futtaim is seeking a qualified FP&A Specialist in Dubai to support consolidated planning, analysis, and reporting for the Development Business Unit. The role emphasizes IFRS/IAS compliance, financial modelling, and delivering timely management information to senior leadership.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of FP&A or financial reporting experience, strong Excel and Power BI skills, and the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders across the organization.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of finance, FP&A, or financial reporting experience.
• Experience in real estate is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/IAS reporting standards.
• Proficient in financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and BI tooling skills.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate budgets, forecasts, and long-term plans for the Development BU.
• Support month-end close and management reporting packs.
• Prepare IFRS cash flow reporting and balance sheet information.
• Coordinate capital expenditure and allocation submissions.
• Develop insightful financial analyses for senior leadership.
• Deliver high-quality management presentations with clear visuals.

Skills

Financial planning

IFRS/IAS knowledge

Financial modelling

Power BI

Excel

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Professional finance certification

Tools

HFM

Oracle

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist Job Snapshot - Role: Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Real Estate - Function: Financial Analysis-Research-Reporting - Experience: 3 to 5 years - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site Position Overview Majid Al Futtaim is seeking an experienced finance professional to support consolidated financial planning, analysis, and reporting for its Development Business Unit in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Reporting to the FP&A Director, the role is responsible for consolidating financial results, budgets, forecasts, and strategic plans while ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery of financial information in accordance with established financial policies and reporting standards. The successful candidate will support month-end reporting, group-level financial submissions, operational KPI analysis, and management presentations. The position requires strong financial modelling capabilities, knowledge of IFRS and IAS standards, and experience using financial systems and business intelligence tools to provide meaningful insights to senior leadership.

Job Details - Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Dubai - Industry: Real Estate - Function: Financial Analysis-Research-Reporting - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning and Consolidation

• Financial Planning and Consolidation - Consolidate financial plans covering annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and long-term strategic plans for the Development Business Unit.
• Ensure financial planning submissions are aligned with relevant project finance information.
• Prepare and circulate financial planning templates to support consistent data collection and consolidation.
• Review financial submissions for accuracy, completeness, and consistency with reporting requirements.
• Coordinate financial planning information across relevant stakeholders to support timely consolidation.
• Maintain reliable financial planning processes that support management decision-making.
• Support the preparation of consolidated financial information in accordance with established financial policies.

Month-End and Management Reporting

• Support month-end financial reporting activities, including flash reporting and management reporting packs.
• Prepare and process HFM entries for head office entities as required.
• Consolidate actual financial results and supporting information for management review.
• Assist in preparing timely and accurate financial reports for the Development Business Unit.
• Review reported information to identify inconsistencies and support appropriate corrections.
• Maintain reporting accuracy and compliance with applicable financial procedures.
• Coordinate reporting activities to meet established month-end deadlines.

Group Financial Reporting

• Prepare and deliver group-level financial reporting submissions.
• Support the preparation of consolidated balance sheet information.
• Prepare IFRS cash flow reporting and related financial analysis.
• Coordinate capital expenditure and capital allocation submissions.
• Review financial data to ensure consistency between consolidated reports and supporting records.
• Maintain accurate documentation and supporting schedules for financial reporting activities.
• Ensure group reporting deliverables are completed within required timelines.

Operational KPI Reporting and Business Intelligence

• Prepare consolidated operational key performance indicator reports for the Development Business Unit.
• Conduct monthly validation of operational KPI information presented through Power BI dashboards.
• Review operational data for accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
• Analyze financial and non-financial performance information to identify meaningful business insights.
• Promote the effective use of Power BI and other data visualization tools in financial reporting.
• Support the presentation of operational performance through clear dashboards and analytical reports.
• Work with relevant stakeholders to address data inconsistencies and improve reporting reliability.

Financial Analysis and Performance Insights

• Analyze financial results, budgets, forecasts, and business performance information.
• Prepare variance analysis to explain differences between actual performance and financial plans.
• Use real estate financial and operational datasets to identify relevant performance trends.
• Develop financial analyses that support management understanding of business results.
• Interpret large datasets and translate findings into clear financial insights.
• Support financial modelling and long-term planning activities.
• Provide accurate analytical information to assist senior management in evaluating financial performance.

Senior Management Presentations

• Prepare high-quality financial presentations and reporting materials for senior leadership.
• Present financial results, variance analysis, and business performance insights in a clear and structured format.
• Develop presentation materials using relevant financial and real estate datasets.
• Use charts, dashboards, and visual reporting techniques to communicate complex financial information.
• Ensure management presentations are supported by accurate and consistent financial data.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to obtain information required for leadership reporting.
• Maintain professional presentation standards and clear financial communication.

Financial Controls and Reporting Compliance

• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and quality of financial information used in consolidated reporting.
• Maintain compliance with applicable International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and International Accounting Standards (IAS).
• Follow established financial policies, reporting procedures, and internal controls.
• Review financial submissions and supporting information to identify potential reporting errors.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and data quality standards throughout reporting processes.
• Support consistent application of financial reporting requirements across the Development Business Unit.
• Promote reliable reporting practices that strengthen financial governance and management confidence.

Process Improvement and Financial Systems

• Identify opportunities to improve financial planning, consolidation, and reporting processes.
• Support automation initiatives that reduce manual reporting activities and improve efficiency.
• Contribute to financial system implementations, upgrades, and enhancements.
• Promote the use of business intelligence and data visualization tools for financial and non-financial reporting.
• Assist in improving the accuracy, accessibility, and consistency of reporting information.
• Collaborate with relevant teams to enhance financial reporting workflows and analytical capabilities.
• Support continuous improvement in financial controls, reporting quality, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications and Experience

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience in finance, financial planning and analysis, or financial reporting.
• Relevant academic degree or professional finance certification.
• Experience in the real estate industry is considered an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and IAS financial reporting standards.
• Practical understanding of financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Experience working with financial systems such as HFM, Oracle, and SAP.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Ability to analyze large financial datasets and generate meaningful insights using business intelligence tools such as Power BI.
• Strong financial analytical capabilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and reporting deadlines effectively.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Financial planning and analysis across budgets, forecasts, and strategic plans.
• Consolidated financial reporting and management information preparation.
• Understanding of IFRS and IAS reporting requirements.
• Financial modelling, variance analysis, and performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of consolidated balance sheet and IFRS cash flow reporting.
• Capital expenditure and capital allocation reporting.
• Experience with HFM, Oracle, SAP, or comparable financial systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting.
• Strong PowerPoint capabilities for senior management presentations.
• Power BI reporting, dashboard validation, and data visualization.
• Ability to analyze large financial and operational datasets.
• Financial data integrity, quality control, and reporting accuracy.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to identify process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Effective stakeholder coordination and collaborative working skills.
• Excellent written communication and financial presentation abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet competing reporting deadlines.

Role Contribution

This position supports the financial management of Majid Al Futtaim 's Development Business Unit by delivering reliable consolidated reporting, accurate financial plans, and meaningful performance analysis. Through effective financial controls, management reporting, operational KPI monitoring, and data-driven insights, the role helps senior leadership understand financial performance and make informed business decisions. The position also contributes to continuous improvement in financial reporting processes, business intelligence capabilities, and the overall quality of financial information available to management.