Financial Planning and Analyst

Ultiwise Consult; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Dubai is seeking a detail-oriented FP&A Analyst to join their finance team. The role involves budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling to support strategic business decisions. The ideal candidate will collaborate with various teams to provide insights and ensure accurate financial reporting. This position is perfect for someone with a strong analytical mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in FP&A or corporate finance.
• Strong knowledge of financial modelling and analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Perform detailed variance analysis and explain key business drivers.
• Build and maintain complex financial models.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Forecasting

Variance Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance

MBA

CPA

CFA

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Job description

Job Title : Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

Department : Finance Location : Dubai Reports to : Sr. Finance Manager

Job Summary : We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical FP&A Analyst to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing strategic insights through budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modelling to support business decision-making and drive financial performance.

Key Responsibilities :

Develop and maintain annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans

Perform detailed variance analysis comparing actuals vs. budget / forecast, and explain key business drivers

Support month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Sales, Operations, HR) to gather inputs and deliver financial insights

Build and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives and business cases

Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership

Monitor key financial and operational metrics and provide recommendations for improvement

Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to guide strategic decisions

Ensure data integrity, automation, and continuous improvement of financial tools and systems

Timely Cash forecast for the group by consolidating the data

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA / CPA / CFA is a plus)

2–5 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related roles

Strong knowledge of financial modelling, forecasting, and analysis techniques

Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial systems. Data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) is a plus

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment