FP&A and Performance Lead

Client of Michael Page; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Michael Page is seeking a senior finance leader to drive FP&A, budgeting, forecasting and performance management across a multi-entity Group in Dubai. You will own consolidation, scenario planning, and executive-level reporting to support strategic decisions and Governance.

The role requires extensive UAE experience, strong stakeholder management, and a proven track record of leading high-performing FP&A teams.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with recognised professional qualification (CA/CPA/ACCA/ACA/CIMA/CMA or equivalent).
• Minimum 12+ years of experience in FP&A, management reporting and performance management.
• Mandatory UAE experience in a large, complex or diversified organisation.
• Experience leading group consolidation across multiple entities.
• Experience presenting to Boards and senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting process across the Group with robust planning and consolidation.
• Oversee periodic forecasting, rolling forecasts, risks and opportunities tracking.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and executive presentations for senior management and Board.
• Drive group-wide financial performance analysis and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support strategic initiatives with financial modelling and scenario analysis.
• Enhance planning, reporting and performance management processes.

Skills

Budgeting & Forecasting

Management Reporting

Financial Modelling

Variance Analysis

Board Presentations

Stakeholder Management

Multi-Entity Consolidation

Strategic Planning

Financial Analytics

UAE Experience

Education

CA/CPA/ACCA/ACA/CIMA/CMA or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Prepare and oversee financial forecasting budgeting and variance analysis Develop and implement performance measurement frameworks and KPIs Analyse financial data to provide actionable insights for senior management Monitor and assess the financial performance of various business units Collaborate with department heads to align financial plans with operational goals Support decision-making by preparing detailed financial reports and presentations Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and process improvements Lead the annual budgeting process across the Group ensuring robust planning consolidation and stakeholder alignment Manage periodic forecasting and rolling forecast cycles identifying risks opportunities and performance trends Support the development of medium and long-term financial plans aligned to business strategy Partner with business leaders to develop revenue cost headcount capex and cash flow plans Drive group-wide financial performance analysis and provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership Prepare and deliver monthly quarterly and ad hoc management reporting packs Produce clear and concise reporting on key financial and operational metrics Analyse actual performance against budget forecast and prior year results Lead variance analysis and identify financial drivers impacting performance Facilitate regular business performance reviews and track agreed actions Evaluate customer contract business unit and service line profitability Support strategic initiatives through financial modelling and scenario analysis Provide commercial insight for investment decisions mergers acquisitions and business cases Assess investment opportunities and monitor post-investment performance Analyse working capital cash conversion and operational efficiency metrics Develop executive-level presentations and reports for senior leadership and Board meetings Drive improvements in planning reporting and performance management processes Enhance reporting frameworks dashboards and management information Ensure integrity consistency and accuracy of financial data across the Group Collaborate closely with Finance HR Procurement IT and operational teams Strengthen governance controls and reporting standards across the organisation Lead mentor and develop the FP amp A team while promoting best practice across finance functions Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders and executive leadership

Qualifications

Professionally qualified accountant with a recognised qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA, ACA, CIMA, CMA or equivalent.Minimum 12+ years of relevant experience across FP&A, management reporting, commercial finance and business performance management.Strong UAE experience within a large, complex or diversified organisation.Mandatory experience leading group consolidation processes across multiple entities.Proven experience presenting to Boards, Executive Committees and senior leadership teams.Senior finance leadership experience with responsibility for managing teams and influencing key stakeholders.Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and management reporting.Strong financial modelling, business case evaluation and scenario planning skills.Experience operating within a multi-entity group structure.Strong commercial acumen with the ability to challenge and influence decision-making.Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills.