Senior FP & A (Infrastructure)

Black Pearl Consult; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Dubai is seeking a seasoned financial planning professional to manage budgeting and forecasting processes. The successful candidate will develop comprehensive financial models and provide strategic insights to executive leadership. A Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field, along with at least 7 years of relevant experience, is required. The role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Expertise in financial modeling and project evaluation.
• Strong proficiency in using ERP systems and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and financial forecasting processes.
• Develop financial models for project viability and cost-benefit analysis.
• Deliver financial analysis to support executive decision-making.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

ERP systems

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field

MBA or professional certifications (CFA, CPA, ACCA)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the annual budgeting, financial forecasting, and long‑term strategic planning processes aligned with infrastructure development goals.

• Develop comprehensive financial models to assess project viability, cost‑benefit analysis, and scenario planning for capital‑intensive infrastructure projects.

• Deliver in‑depth financial analysis and business insights to support executive leadership in strategic decision‑making.

• Track financial performance versus forecasts and budgets, investigate variances, and recommend actions to optimize financial outcomes.

• Collaborate closely with engineering, project management, and operations teams to ensure financial alignment across functions.

• Prepare and present high‑quality financial reports, dashboards, and strategic commentaries for board meetings and senior management reviews.

• Maintain data integrity and accuracy in ERP and reporting systems, ensuring consistent and reliable financial data.

• Support funding and capital planning requirements for new infrastructure developments, expansions, and upgrades.

• Drive continuous improvement in FP&A tools, systems, and reporting processes to enhance efficiency and strategic alignment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or professional certifications (CFA, CPA, ACCA) are highly desirable.

• At least 7 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, ideally within infrastructure, real estate, or capital projects sectors.

• Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and project evaluation.

• Strong proficiency in ERP systems, Excel, and data visualization or business intelligence tools.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a strong ability to interpret and present complex financial data to non‑finance stakeholders.

• A strategic thinker with a detail‑oriented and analytical mindset.

To explore more opportunities, visit our careers page at www.blackpearlconsult.com.

Please note: Black Pearl does not charge candidates any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.