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.

Profile

* 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

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.

Skills

Budgeting, financial planning and analysis, variance analysis, forecasting, reporting, audit, compliance