Financial Planning Analyst
Job Description
We are currently seeking a Financial Planning Analyst to join the finance team of a well-established organization in the UAE. This role is ideal for a finance professional with strong analytical capabilities and experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis within a structured corporate environment.
Requirements:
To be considered for this role, you need to meet the following criteria:
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline
• Professional certifications such as CFA, ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent are highly preferred
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial planning, budgeting, or financial analysis
Preferred Background
• Candidates with experience in large organizations, consulting firms, or structured corporate environments will be preferred
• Exposure to financial modelling, business performance analysis, and strategic planning
• Prior experience in both consulting/advisory firms and in-house corporate finance teams will be advantageous
Responsibilities Duties:
The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Manager and cross-functional teams to support the organization’s financial planning processes, provide meaningful financial insights, and assist management in making informed business decisions. The role requires strong financial modeling skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret financial data to support operational and strategic objectives.
• Support the annual budgeting and financial planning processes of the organization.
• Develop financial forecasts, financial models, and financial analysis reports.
• Conduct variance analysis between budget, forecast, and actual results.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance reports for management.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to gather financial inputs and validate planning assumptions.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Assist in evaluating business proposals and investment opportunities from a financial perspective.
• Support the improvement of financial planning tools, reporting processes, and data analysis frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies, procedures, and governance requirement