Senior Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Talents Tide is looking for a Senior Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Location: Dubai, UAE
Function: Finance
Reporting To: Executive Director – FP&A, Reporting & Compliance

Role Overview
Talents Tide is supporting one of its clients in hiring a Senior Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis to lead budgeting, financial planning, reporting, and analytical activities. The role will ensure strong financial governance, accurate forecasting, and effective decision support to enable business performance and long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the development, consolidation, and execution of annual budgets and business plans

• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes using enterprise planning systems (e.g., EPBCS / Hyperion)

• Partner with senior leadership to prepare project-level cash flow forecasts

• Monitor project cash flows, identify risks, and recommend mitigation actions

• Provide financial reviews and ad-hoc analysis to support decision-making

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Review provisions and financial statements in line with IFRS standards

• Support quarterly and periodic financial reviews and reporting packs

• Prepare dashboards and management reports highlighting performance, trends, and variances

Systems, Policies & Controls

• Design and implement financial policies, procedures, and reporting frameworks

• Maintain governance over budgeting and reporting systems

• Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting and control processes

Key Performance Indicators

• Accuracy and reliability of budgets and forecasts

• Timely delivery of financial plans and reports

• Quality of variance analysis and re-forecasting

• Effective budget execution and governance

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting

• CA / ACCA / CPA qualification preferred

• 6–8 years experience in FP&A, corporate finance, budgeting, and reporting

• Experience in real estate or project-based environments preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and budgeting tools

• Familiarity with Power BI or Tableau

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities

Application
Interested candidates may apply confidentially through Talents Tide.