Manager, FP&A / Group Finance / Corporate Services

Robinson & Co (Singapore) Pte Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A corporate finance company based in Dubai is seeking a Manager FP&A to oversee budgeting, forecasting, and MIS reporting. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in financial management, including expertise in SAP and Power BI. This role requires strong analytical abilities and excellent stakeholder management skills to influence decisions and ensure compliance. The position offers opportunities to enhance financial governance and support data-driven decisions within a multi-entity setting.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of FP&A and financial management experience.
• Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and MIS reporting.
• Hands-on experience with financial software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgeting cycle and quarterly forecasts.
• Prepare monthly MIS reporting including P&L and KPIs.
• Act as a key finance partner to central functions.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional qualification (CA/CPA/CIMA)

Tools

SAP (FICO/BPC/SAC)

Power BI

Advanced Excel

Job description

Overview Of The Role

The Manager FP&A is responsible for overseeing the corporate division's critical financial functions, including budgeting, forecasting, MIS reporting, cost allocation, and cash flow planning. The purpose of this role is to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial information while reinforcing governance and compliance with group policies. Working within a multi-entity corporate setting, the Manager FP&A collaborates closely with Group Finance and functional leaders to advance financial governance, automate processes, and support data-driven decision-making. The role is vital as the organization transitions towards enhanced financial analytics and strengthens internal controls.

What You Will Do

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Manage the annual budgeting cycle and quarterly forecast submissions for corporate functions and entities.
• Prepare budget and forecasts for corporate entities by coordinating with function heads and business stakeholders to ensure alignment, accuracy, and timely inputs.
• Ensure high-quality submissions in planning systems, including scenario analysis and variance commentary.
• Support preparation of budget/forecast presentation decks for leadership reviews.

MIS & Management Reporting

• Prepare monthly MIS reporting including P&L, balance sheet highlights, KPIs, and management dashboards.
• Provide actionable insights through variance analysis, trend interpretation, and data validation.
• Support automation and process improvement initiatives to enhance management reporting.

Cost Allocation & True-Up Activities

• Manage budgeted cost allocations, annual true-up activities, division sign-offs, and billing coordination.
• Maintain and enhance allocation methodologies, SLAs, and SOPs in partnership with business divisions.

Cash Flow Forecasting

• Prepare biweekly and monthly cash flow forecasting, including variance analysis and consolidation of inputs across functions.
• Monitor working capital movements, highlight risks/opportunities, and recommend corrective actions.

Stakeholder Management & Business Partnering

• Act as a key finance partner to central functions and various business stakeholders.
• Support decision-making by providing timely insights, financial advice, and analytical support.

Process Excellence & Compliance

• Support transformation initiatives, including automation, data platform adoption, and system enhancements.
• Contribute to the simplification and standardization of FP&A processes, eliminating manual interventions.
• Ensure adherence to group policies, transfer pricing rules, internal controls, and audit requirements.

Required Skills To Be Successful

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and storytelling abilities.
• Strategic thinking, business acumen, and financial insight.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• High attention to detail, process orientation, and capability to meet critical deadlines under pressure.

What Qualifies You For The Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance; professional qualification (CA/CPA/CIMA) preferred.
• 8-10 years of FP&A and financial management experience, demonstrating proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, MIS reporting, and cost allocation models.
• Hands-on experience with SAP (FICO/BPC/SAC), Power BI, and advanced Excel.
• Ability to influence and collaborate at senior levels and strong skills in strategic thinking, business acumen, and financial insight.

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