Senior FP & A (Infrastructure)

Black Pearl Consult; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable organization in the infrastructure sector is seeking a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist in Dubai. This role will focus on managing budgeting, financial forecasting, and providing critical insights to support strategic decisions. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and at least 7 years of experience in financial planning. Expertise in financial modeling and stakeholder management is essential. Competitive package offered.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and project evaluation.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage annual budgeting and financial forecasting.
• Develop comprehensive financial models for project viability.
• Deliver financial analysis and insights to support strategic decisions.
• Track financial performance versus forecasts and budgets.

Skills

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Education

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

MBA or professional certifications (CFA, CPA, ACCA)

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Business intelligence tools

Job description

Overview

Our client a well-established organization in the infrastructure sector is currently seeking an experienced Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Specialist to join their dynamic finance team. This role will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and will play a critical role in shaping financial strategy enabling performance-driven decisions and supporting large-scale development projects.

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.

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