Strategic FP&A & Reporting Analyst – Dubai Campus

Heriot-Watt University; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Heriot-Watt University, Dubai Campus, is seeking a Financial Planning & Reporting Analyst to strengthen budgeting and forecasting, deliver robust reporting, and provide timely financial insights for strategic decisions. The role supports the Finance Business Partner and Financial Controller with data analysis and performance monitoring, utilizing Power BI and Oracle Financials.

You will contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes, develop tools for transparency, and ensure data

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in a financial planning & analysis role.
• Experience in FP&A budgeting and forecasting in higher education or complex multi-stakeholder environments.
• Excellent analytical and modelling skills with clear communication to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine financial models for annual budgets and multi-year forecasts.
• Create and implement forecasting methodologies to improve accuracy and responsiveness.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual performance reports for senior leadership.

Skills

FP&A reporting

Power BI

Oracle Financials

Advanced Excel

Education

SCQF level or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Oracle Financials

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Heriot-Watt University, Dubai Campus, is seeking a Financial Planning & Reporting Analyst to strengthen budgeting and forecasting, deliver robust reporting, and provide timely financial insights for strategic decisions. The role supports the Finance Business Partner and Financial Controller with data analysis and performance monitoring, utilizing Power BI and Oracle Financials.

You will contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes, develop tools for transparency, and ensure data