Senior Executive - Financial Planning and Analysis

edari; Dubai; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate organization in Dubai is seeking a Senior Executive for Financial Planning & Analysis. The role involves supporting budget preparation, financial modeling, and collaborating with various departments. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in finance, strong analytical skills, and expertise in budgeting tools like Hyperion.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
• Strong financial modelling skills and experience with budgeting tools.
• Audit experience (3 - 5 years) required.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis on actual versus budgeted figures.
• Prepare regular management reports and financial insights.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical capabilities

Budgeting processes

Variance analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CA, ACCA, or CPA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Hyperion

Management Information Systems (MIS)

Oracle ERP

Job description

We are currently seeking a Senior Executive – Financial Planning & Analysis to join our semi-government client based in Dubai, one of the region’s leading and most respected real estate organizations.

This opportunity is offered as a 3-month contract role with the possibility of extension.

The position falls under the Financial Planning, Analysis & Treasury Department and reports directly to the Senior Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis.

We’re looking for a driven professional with strong experience in financial planning, budgeting, and management reporting. The ideal candidate will be confident in financial modelling, variance analysis, and comfortable working with Hyperion or similar budgeting tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and financial plans in collaboration with internal departments and business units.
• Consolidate financial data and liaise between entity heads and the finance team to ensure the timely gathering and validation of inputs.
• Assist in the preparation of regular management reports, providing insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Conduct variance analysis on actual versus budgeted figures, investigating deviations and recommending corrective actions where necessary.
• Review and analyze monthly financial reports and operational KPIs, highlighting trends and identifying potential issues.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of internal reporting frameworks, processes, and financial control measures.
• Maintain and refine financial models used for budgeting and forecasting to improve accuracy and reporting quality.
• Work alongside relevant teams to support the continuous improvement of financial reporting tools and systems.
• Oversee the effective use of the Hyperion Budgeting software, ensuring accurate preparation, monitoring, and issue resolution.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is essential; professional certifications such as CA, ACCA, or CPA would be an advantage.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, ideally within the real estate or corporate finance sector.
• Must have 3 - 5 years of audit experience
• Strong financial reporting and analytical capabilities, with a solid understanding of budgeting processes and variance analysis.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, including financial modelling and complex data analysis.
• Experienced in working with Management Information Systems (MIS), Oracle ERP, and budgeting platforms like Hyperion.
• Meticulous attention to detail with strong numerical reasoning.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and solutions-oriented mindset.

Availability:

Preference will be given to candidates who are immediately available.

If you meet the criteria and are interested in this opportunity, kindly apply with your updated CV and contact details.

Our recruitment team will carefully review your application within 7 working days. Should your profile match the position requirements, one of our consultants from Edari will be in touch to discuss your experience, suitability, and the next steps.