Manager Financial Planning And Analysis
Description
About the client
Our client is a leading UAE-based infrastructure and urban development group driving large-scale transformation projects across transport, mobility, real estate, and smart infrastructure sectors. The organization is known for delivering future-focused developments aligned with national economic growth strategies. With a strong emphasis on innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable expansion, the company continues to build integrated ecosystems that support long-term regional development. The business offers professionals the opportunity to work on high-impact projects within a dynamic and growth-oriented environment.
Job purpose
The Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) will lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, and management reporting activities across PPP operations. The role will support strategic decision-making by delivering financial insights, business case evaluations, scenario analysis, and operational performance reporting aligned with long-term business objectives. The position will closely partner with finance leadership, cross-functional departments, and operational stakeholders to ensure financial sustainability, governance, and efficient resource planning.
Key responsibilities
Strategic financial planning & forecasting
Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial planning activities.
Develop financial models, stress testing, and scenario analysis to support strategic investments and projects.
Analyze revenue streams, margins, cost structures, and capital planning requirements.
Support leadership teams with strategic financial insights and recommendations.
Financial reporting & analysis
Prepare monthly management reports, dashboards, KPIs, and variance analysis.
Monitor actual vs budgeted performance and identify financial risks and opportunities proactively.
Support cost optimization initiatives through detailed financial analysis.
Contribute financial inputs for executive reports and board presentations.
Business partnering
Partner with departments to evaluate project feasibility, ROI, and funding requirements.
Build business cases and assess financial impact of strategic initiatives.
Support financial target setting and performance tracking for major programs.
Governance & compliance
Ensure proper cost center allocation, project accounting, and procurement budgeting.
Maintain compliance with financial controls, internal policies, and audit requirements.
Requirements
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
MBA or Master’s degree in Finance preferred.
CPA, CFA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
Experience
Minimum 10 years of experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance, or Business Analysis.
Prior exposure to PPP, infrastructure, transport, or large-scale project environments preferred.
Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, and financial modelling.
Skills & competencies
Financial planning & forecasting
Financial modelling & scenario analysis
Business case development
Variance analysis & KPI reporting
Stakeholder management
Budget control & cost optimization
Strategic financial analysis
Executive reporting & presentation skills
Benefits
As per market standards