FP&A Analyst

Our client is seeking an FP&A Analyst to join their team in Dubai. This role is ideal for a finance professional with around 5 years of experience who is looking to play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and supporting strategic business decisions across a growing organisation.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established business operating within the consumer goods sector, with a strong presence across the region. The organisation is focused on driving sustainable growth through innovation, operational excellence, and data-driven decision-making, offering employees exposure to a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Description

• Support the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Analyse financial performance by reviewing budgets, forecasts, and actual results to identify trends and key business drivers.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports, including performance commentary and KPI analysis.
• Monitor business performance against targets and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Work closely with operational and commercial teams to assess business performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct profitability analysis across products, channels, customers, and categories.
• Support pricing analysis and evaluate the financial impact of commercial initiatives.
• Review cost structures and highlight opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Build and maintain financial models to support strategic planning and business growth initiatives.
• Assist with investment appraisals, market assessments, and business case development.
• Support cash flow forecasting and working capital management activities.
• Contribute to the enhancement of reporting processes and financial planning frameworks.
• Develop and track key performance indicators to measure business performance.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information used in reporting and analysis.
• Provide ad hoc financial and commercial analysis to support senior management.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing and established organisation.
• Broad responsibilities across finance, analysis, and business partnering.
• Collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Strong opportunities for learning and career progression.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 4 years of experience in FP&A, commercial finance, business analysis, or a similar finance role.
• Experience within FMCG, consumer goods, retail, or a related industry is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Proven experience supporting budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong reporting capabilities.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or CFA is preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Candidates on a short notice period or immediately available are highly encouraged to apply