Senior Associate - Financial Planning and Analysis

Modon; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a financial analyst to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic evaluations. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Finance and 5-8 years of experience in FP&A or corporate finance. You will prepare financial models, assist in monthly reporting, and communicate insights effectively to senior management. Proficiency in Excel and strong analytical skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree is required, and CFA is a plus.
• 5-8 years in FP&A, corporate finance, or financial analysis.
• Strong knowledge of financial statements and cash flows.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Support monthly and quarterly reporting cycles.
• Build and maintain financial models to evaluate performance.

Skills

Financial planning and analysis

Financial modelling

Cross-functional coordination

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics

CFA certification

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Purpose:

To support the Group’s financial planning and analysis activities. This role will assist in budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial evaluations, with a strong focus on financial analysis, financial modelling and corporate planning. The ideal candidate will combine technical proficiency with strong business acumen, effective communication skills, and the ability to coordinate across multiple teams.

Roles, Responsibilities, Duties:

• Assist in preparing annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans across group entities.
• Support the consolidation of financial submissions and ensure accuracy and alignment with group standards.
• Contribute to monthly and quarterly reporting cycles, including variance analysis and management commentary.
• Help prepare clear, concise presentations and dashboards for senior management.
• Build and maintain financial models to evaluate historical and projected performance.
• Support analysis of revenue trends, margin dynamics, and cost drivers
• Contribute to assessments of earnings quality by distinguishing between recurring and non-recurring items and analyzing the sustainability of performance.
• Participate in reviews of potential business initiatives, including investment assessments and internal performance benchmarking.

Experience:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (required), CFA is a plus.
• 5-8 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or financial analysis.

Competencies:

• Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and cash flow analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience in building integrated financial models.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and comfort with preparing executive-level materials.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams and business units.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and data integrity.
• Clear communicator with the ability to synthesize financial data into actionable insights.
• Proactive, organised, and capable of managing multiple deliverables under tight timelines.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset and a willingness to learn.