FP&A Manager Construction

Peergrowth Consultancy Co.; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to drive financial planning, budgeting, and performance analysis within the construction sector. The ideal candidate will have 5 to 8 years of experience in similar roles, strong financial acumen, and the ability to partner with project teams effectively. This role offers an opportunity to influence strategic decision-making and optimize financial performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting or related field.
• Professional qualification (CFA CPA CMA ACCA) is an advantage.
• 5 to 8 years of experience in FP&A.
• Strong knowledge of project accounting, cost control, and cash flow management.
• Advanced Excel financial modeling experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual budgets and financial models for projects.
• Provide analysis on project performance and cost variances.
• Partner with project managers to monitor budgets and cash flows.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports.
• Analyze trends in construction costs and revenues.

Skills

Financial analysis

Cost management

Excel financial modeling

Communication skills

Project accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field

Professional qualification (CFA, CPA, CMA, ACCA)

Tools

ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards)

Job description

The FP&A Manager will be responsible for driving financial planning budgeting forecasting and performance analysis to support strategic decision-making within the construction business. The role requires strong financial acumen project-based cost management expertise and the ability to-partner with operations and project teams to ensure financial efficiency and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual budgets forecasts and long-term financial models for construction projects and corporate operations.
• Provide financial insights and analysis on project performance cost variances and profitability.
• Partner with project managers and operations teams to monitor budgets cash flows and capital expenditures.
• Analyze trends in construction costs overheads and revenues to identify risks and opportunities.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports with variance analysis and KPIs.
• Support bid pricing contract reviews and project financial feasibility studies.
• Assist in developing financial strategies for working capital optimization and cost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards company policies and internal controls.
• Present financial insights to senior leadership to aid strategic planning and decision-making.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting or related field (Masters/MBA preferred).
• Professional qualification (CFA CPA CMA ACCA) is an advantage.
• 5 to 8 years of experience in FP&A; with exposure to the construction or infrastructure industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of project accounting cost control and cash flow management.
• Advanced Excel financial modeling and ERP systems experience (e.g. SAP Oracle JD Edwards).
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with project managers and senior stakeholders.

Key Competencies

• Business partnering mindset
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strategic and forward-thinking approach
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tight deadlines