FP&A Analyst

PricewaterhouseCoopers; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm in Dubai seeks a Business Analyst focused on Finance Business Partnering. The role involves collaborating with various departments to provide financial insights, conduct analyses, and support decision-making processes. Candidates should have a management accounting qualification and strong analytical skills, particularly with Excel and Power BI. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification essential.
• Experience with financial modelling and analytics.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis for departmental performance.
• Monitor KPIs to identify trends and risks.
• Prepare management reports on financial performance.

Skills

Financial management skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership Skills

Customer Service Skills

Education

Professional or Management Accounting Qualification

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Business Services

Specialism

Business Operations

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

Established in the region for over 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 10,000 people across 12 countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Palestine, and the United Arab Emirates. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market and beyond.

As a Business Analyst with a focus on Finance Business Partnering, their key role is collaborating with various departments to provide financial insights, support decision-making, and drive business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct financial analysis, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and forecasting to provide insights into departmental performance.
• Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide monthly/quarterly/yearly financial performance updates, insights, and analysis to leadership.
• Prepare management reports, presentations, and ad-hoc analysis on financial performance of the function as needed.

Performance Management, Cost Control & Efficiency, Budgeting & Forecasting, Strategic Alignment, Financial Risk & Change Management

• Analyse cost structures and recommend cost-saving measures and help optimise resource utilisation.
• Evaluate financial aspects of the vendor contracts of business.
• Keep track of monthly accruals.
• Highlight exceptions and monitor compliances to financial policies.
• Support business units in budgeting process by working closely with them to develop realistic budgets.
• Analyse financial forecasts.
• Provide financial analysis and insights for decision-making.
• Evaluate business cases.
• Ensure alignment between financial goals & overall business strategy.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks.
• Ensure that financial considerations are integrated into change management plans.

Required Competencies

• Financial management skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Analytical skills.
• Communication skills.
• Time management skills.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and accounting standards.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Leadership Skills.
• Customer Service Skills.

Required Skills

• Professional or Management Accounting Qualification.
• Financial Modelling & Excel Skills.
• Strong analytics and communication skills.
• Ability to liaise effectively with senior stakeholders and technical teams.
• Familiarity with data modelling and planning tools.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Experience in business intelligence, Power BI modelling and maintenance.

Education

Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Balance Sheet Analysis, Cash Flow Analysis, Communication, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Escalation Management, Financial Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Financial Planning, Financial Policy, Financial Review, Financial Risk Analysis, Financial Statement Modeling, Financial Strategy, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Desired Languages

Travel Requirements

0%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

Yes

Government Clearance Required

Yes

Required Experience:

IC