108 Budget Analysis jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage annual budgets in collaboration with department heads.
• Monitor budget performance and provide variance analysis.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, including cost summaries and variance analysis.
• Track and manage fixed and variable costs to maintain budgetary discipline.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulatory standards.
• Work closely with project managers and department heads to align budgets with operational needs.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders and banks to ensure smooth banking transactions.

Desired Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or Management.
• 3-5 years of professional financial experience and background.
• Expertise in preparing, managing, and analyzing budgets.
• Proficiency in cost analysis, reduction strategies, and control mechanisms.
• Experience with audits and ensuring adherence to compliance standards.
• Professional and advanced hands-on working experience in Microsoft Excel.
• Thorough understanding of financial requirements, regulations, and accounting standards.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to create annual budget reports.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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Position Summary
The FP&A Manager – MENA will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and performance management across the region. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer – MENA, this role is responsible for the delivery of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting. The successful candidate will partner with regional leadership, local finance teams, and the global head office to support decision-making and enhance financial visibility across business units.

Your Responsibilities
Position Summary
The FP&A Manager – MENA will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and performance management across the region. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer – MENA, this role is responsible for the delivery of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting. The successful candidate will partner with regional leadership, local finance teams, and the global head office to support decision-making and enhance financial visibility across business units.
Key Responsibilities

• Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting
• Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly reforecasting, and long-range planning cycles across all MENA entities.
• Prepare scenario modelling, shadow budgets, and financial impact assessments for new territories (e.g., Iraq, Morocco) and strategic initiatives (e.g., Claims Advisory Practice).
• Consolidate and validate submissions from local finance teams and ensure alignment with global FP&A standards and deadlines.
• Monitor budget-to-actual variances and provide commentary and recommendations.
• Commercial Reporting & Insight
• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc management reporting packs, including P&L, EBITDA, working capital, and productivity metrics.
• Build and maintain KPI dashboards that track revenue trends, cost structures, headcount ratios, broker productivity, and client profitability.
• Analyse financial performance and proactively identify areas for improvement or investment.
• Business Partnering
• Act as the finance partner to regional business leaders across Broking, Operations, HR, Digital, and Compliance.
• Support client-level and segment profitability reviews, pricing discussions, and broker performance metrics.
• Provide analytical support to new initiatives, strategic reviews, and cross-border cost allocation models.
• Governance, Compliance & Regulatory Awareness
• Ensure financial planning and analysis is fully compliant with MENA Regulatory landscape.
• Work closely with Tax, Regulatory Reporting, and Legal to embed governance controls into forecasting and reporting.
• Systems, Tools & Automation
• Utilise enterprise planning platforms for modelling and reporting.
• Develop and maintain advanced Excel models and dashboards to support self-service analytics and reduce manual processes.
• Lead automation of recurring reporting deliverables and contribute to finance digitalisation initiatives.
• Projects & Strategic Initiatives
• Support financial due diligence, market entries, JV assessments, and strategic cost reviews.
• Contribute to finance transformation projects, such as ERP upgrades, reporting rationalisation, and policy harmonisation across the region.
• Participate in cross-functional working groups driving improvements in operational efficiency and profitability.
  

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent with 5–8 years of relevant FP&A experience.
• Strong background in financial planning, modelling, and performance analysis within insurance, reinsurance, or professional services.
• Proven track record of managing multi-entity, multi-currency environments across international or regional hubs.
• Experience working with MENA markets, ideally with exposure to VAT, WHT, and regional tax compliance.
• Proficiency in Oracle EPBCS, Hyperion, SAP BPC, or similar FP&A systems.
  

• Advanced Excel skills including macros, pivot tables, and scenario modelling.
• Knowledge of broking revenue recognition, and IBA/non-IBA accounting treatment.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other BI tools.
• Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead complex projects in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionFinance and Sales
• IndustriesInsurance

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The FP&A Manager – MENA will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and performance management across the region. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer – MENA, this role is responsible for the delivery of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting. The successful candidate will partner with regional leadership, local finance teams, and the global head office to support decision-making and enhance financial visibility across business units.

Key Responsibilities

1. Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly reforecasting, and long-range planning cycles across all MENA entities.
• Prepare scenario modelling, shadow budgets, and financial impact assessments for new territories (e.g., Iraq, Morocco) and strategic initiatives (e.g., Claims Advisory Practice).
• Consolidate and validate submissions from local finance teams and ensure alignment with global FP&A standards and deadlines.
• Monitor budget-to-actual variances and provide commentary and recommendations.

2. Commercial Reporting & Insight

• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc management reporting packs, including P&L, EBITDA, working capital, and productivity metrics.
• Build and maintain KPI dashboards that track revenue trends, cost structures, headcount ratios, broker productivity, and client profitability.
• Analyse financial performance and proactively identify areas for improvement or investment.

3. Business Partnering

• Act as the finance partner to regional business leaders across Broking, Operations, HR, Digital, and Compliance.
• Support client-level and segment profitability reviews, pricing discussions, and broker performance metrics.
• Provide analytical support to new initiatives, strategic reviews, and cross-border cost allocation models.

4. Governance, Compliance & Regulatory Awareness

• Ensure financial planning and analysis is fully compliant with MENA Regulatory landscape.
• Work closely with Tax, Regulatory Reporting, and Legal to embed governance controls into forecasting and reporting.

5. Systems, Tools & Automation

• Utilise enterprise planning platforms for modelling and reporting.
• Develop and maintain advanced Excel models and dashboards to support self-service analytics and reduce manual processes.
• Lead automation of recurring reporting deliverables and contribute to finance digitalisation initiatives.

6. Projects & Strategic Initiatives

• Support financial due diligence, market entries, JV assessments, and strategic cost reviews.
• Contribute to finance transformation projects, such as ERP upgrades, reporting rationalisation, and policy harmonisation across the region.
• Participate in cross-functional working groups driving improvements in operational efficiency and profitability.

Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent with 5–8 years of relevant FP&A experience.
• Strong background in financial planning, modelling, and performance analysis within insurance, reinsurance, or professional services.
• Proven track record of managing multi-entity, multi-currency environments across international or regional hubs.
• Experience working with MENA markets, ideally with exposure to VAT, WHT, and regional tax compliance.
• Proficiency in Oracle EPBCS, Hyperion, SAP BPC, or similar FP&A systems.
• Advanced Excel skills including macros, pivot tables, and scenario modelling.
• Knowledge of broking revenue recognition, and IBA / non-IBA accounting treatment.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other BI tools.
• Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead complex projects in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

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Career Opportunities : Financial Planning & Analysis Lead (534)

Perform budgeting, forecasting, and analytical processes that support an organization’s financial health and business strategy.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepare budgets and forecasts by collecting required data from the Sales Team, HR Department (headcount details), and department heads (operating expenses).
• Provide detailed P&L analysis—sales, margins, and overheads—by obtaining information from the Chief Accountant, sales team, and P&L reports.
• Generate adhoc analytical reports by coordinating with relevant stakeholders as needed.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses by collating reports from the system and the Cost Accountant.
• Perform product-wise net profit analysis to assist management in pricing decisions.
• Prepare MIS reports monthly, quarterly, and annually by reviewing various financial reports.
• Analyze inventories by reviewing stock movement reports, stock adjustments, near-expiry reports, and FOCs.
• Assist the Finance Manager in creating financial models for long-term growth projections and business planning, identifying impacting factors.
• Support the Finance Manager in comparing budgets and forecasts, performing variance analysis, and recommending improvements.
• Supervise and evaluate team performance through regular reviews and feedback sessions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, subject to change.

Position Relationships

Internal : Marketing, HR, Supply Chain, Operations

Working Days : 5 days / week

Days Off : Friday & Saturday

Education

Bachelor of Commerce is required; CA or MBA is a plus.

Experience

• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience.
• Proven track record in managing similar-sized organizations.
• Industry experience and target market knowledge are pluses.

Title - Financial Planning (UAE Nationals)

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Key Responsibilities -

• Oversee annual financial planning, budgeting, and alignment with strategic goals.
• Develop budget templates, conduct workshops, and serve as the primary contact for budget-related matters.
• Analyze expenditures, manage budget transfers, and implement risk management strategies.
• leads the development of comprehensive financial budgets, provides strategic recommendations to optimize financial performance, and manages Oracle system operations.

Education & Experience Requirements -

• 4-6 years of experience in financial planning, analysis.
• 2 years on experience in a managerial role.
• Certification such as (CFA, CPA) is a plus.
• Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and financial modeling.
• Knowledge of UAE financial regulations and compliance.

The FP&A Manager – MENA will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and performance management across the region. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer – MENA, this role is responsible for the delivery of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting. The successful candidate will partner with regional leadership, local finance teams, and the global head office to support decision-making and enhance financial visibility across business units.

Key Responsibilities

1. Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly reforecasting, and long-range planning cycles across all MENA entities.
• Prepare scenario modelling, shadow budgets, and financial impact assessments for new territories (e.g., Iraq, Morocco) and strategic initiatives (e.g., Claims Advisory Practice).
• Consolidate and validate submissions from local finance teams and ensure alignment with global FP&A standards and deadlines.
• Monitor budget-to-actual variances and provide commentary and recommendations.

2. Commercial Reporting & Insight

• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc management reporting packs, including P&L, EBITDA, working capital, and productivity metrics.
• Build and maintain KPI dashboards that track revenue trends, cost structures, headcount ratios, broker productivity, and client profitability.
• Analyse financial performance and proactively identify areas for improvement or investment.

3. Business Partnering

• Act as the finance partner to regional business leaders across Broking, Operations, HR, Digital, and Compliance.
• Support client-level and segment profitability reviews, pricing discussions, and broker performance metrics.
• Provide analytical support to new initiatives, strategic reviews, and cross-border cost allocation models.

4. Governance, Compliance & Regulatory Awareness

• Ensure financial planning and analysis is fully compliant with MENA Regulatory landscape.
• Work closely with Tax, Regulatory Reporting, and Legal to embed governance controls into forecasting and reporting.

5. Systems, Tools & Automation

• Utilise enterprise planning platforms for modelling and reporting.
• Develop and maintain advanced Excel models and dashboards to support self-service analytics and reduce manual processes.
• Lead automation of recurring reporting deliverables and contribute to finance digitalisation initiatives.

6. Projects & Strategic Initiatives

• Support financial due diligence, market entries, JV assessments, and strategic cost reviews.
• Contribute to finance transformation projects, such as ERP upgrades, reporting rationalisation, and policy harmonisation across the region.
• Participate in cross-functional working groups driving improvements in operational efficiency and profitability.

Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent with 5–8 years of relevant FP&A experience.
• Strong background in financial planning, modelling, and performance analysis within insurance, reinsurance, or professional services.
• Proven track record of managing multi-entity, multi-currency environments across international or regional hubs.
• Experience working with MENA markets, ideally with exposure to VAT, WHT, and regional tax compliance.
• Proficiency in Oracle EPBCS, Hyperion, SAP BPC, or similar FP&A systems.
• Advanced Excel skills including macros, pivot tables, and scenario modelling.
• Knowledge of broking revenue recognition, and IBA / non-IBA accounting treatment.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other BI tools.
• Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead complex projects in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

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Job Title: Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

Department: Finance
Location: Dubai
Reports to: Sr. Finance Manager

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical FP&A Analyst to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing strategic insights through budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling to support business decision-making and drive financial performance.

1. Develop and maintain annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
2. Perform detailed variance analysis comparing actuals vs. budget/forecast and explain key business drivers.
3. Support month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Sales, Operations, HR) to gather inputs and deliver financial insights.
5. Build and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives and business cases.
6. Prepare management reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior leadership.
7. Monitor key financial and operational metrics and provide recommendations for improvement.
8. Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to guide strategic decisions.
9. Ensure data integrity, automation, and continuous improvement of financial tools and systems.
10. Provide timely cash forecasts for the group by consolidating data.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA/CPA/CFA is a plus).
• 2-5 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis techniques.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial systems. Data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

JOB OBJECTIVE:

To produce monthly core chilled water results and summarize the key variances compared to budget and prior year. To organize a monthly meeting with plant managers and VP-O&M to know and get feedback on the variances. To organize and submit chilled water business plan on time with the required analysis, and VP O&M endorsement.

Description

Monthly end process and reporting

• Prepare monthly performance analysis and operating reports for core business and profit centre and compare it against budget, Prior Year
• Extract and organize data from ERP
• Liaise with the Plant Managers to discuss the variance on month end results
• Update the Plant and Connected Load monitoring template
• Prepare and distribute the monthly reporting slides
• Prepare and file all support schedules for each profit center
• Prepare the Budget Monitoring with open commitment for Maintenance and Admin Costs

Quarter and Rolling 12months forecast

• Rolling monthly forecast up to year end (with actuals and forecast for rest of the year)
• Rolling 12 months Net Income and Quarter on Quarter analysis and report rolling EBITDA as per bank covenants
• Prepare and analyse the Revenue and its variances; Key ratios and its variances
• Incorporate the assumptions in a Plant by Plant Template and analyze the results
• Prepare a list of risk and opportunities associated with budget / rolling 12 months forecast
• Finalize the upload data and upload in SAP

5 Year Business plan

• Meet with business heads and Plant Managers to discuss updates on target operational performances
• To prepare the Revenue analysis by contract and plant
• Updating Business plan Plant by Plant model
• Consolidate the 5 year Business Plan inputs for consolidated P&L
• Analyse and provide an insight into cost trend analysis, efficiencies comparison and Margin analysis
• Prepare and Update Business plan (BP) model includes P&L and cashflow as per Treasury template

Budget Control Process

• Upload approved Budgets of Main company, Subsidiaries and other O&M operated companies
• Requisitions under Budget hold in SAP - to discuss with relevant business heads and release it, along with the observations
• Meeting with O&M VP on a weekly basis on Budget requisition under hold

Adhoc Reports and Others

• Evaluate profit and cost efficiencies in various areas of the organization as needed
• Develop, maintain and distribute as-hoc reports and financial models as needed
• Others as required by business needs
• Support the manager by proactively engaging in handling other areas of work in department as and when assigned or requested

Audit Queries

• Supporting external audit during quarterly, interim and annual audit

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

A. Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Commerce.
• Post graduate professional qualifications such as Chartered Public Accountant (CPA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) or equivalent is a must.

B. Minimum Experience:

• 4 -6 years of post-qualification experience in a similar role primarily in the Finance function in a large or complex organization.
• 1 year of direct supervisory experience would be preferred.

To formulate financial strategies and initiatives that enhance business performance, ensuring adherence to statutory regulations and corporate goals. Initiate financial planning and analysis processes, providing valuable insights to senior management for decision-making. Foster a data-driven approach to cost management, revenue generation, and financial efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities:

• Implement financial models and forecasting techniques to support strategic decision-making.
• Improve financial reporting processes for accurate and timely insights.
• Establish robust budgeting mechanisms to track and control financial performance.
• Manage cost accounting functions to ensure efficiency and profitability.
• Initiate measures for variance analysis, identifying cost reduction opportunities.
• Oversee financial risk assessment and mitigation planning.
• Present financial insights to senior management, facilitating strategic planning.
• Promote standardization of reporting structures and performance analysis.
• Enhance business intelligence tools to improve data visualization and analytics.
• Support capital investment evaluations, ensuring financial feasibility and impact assessment.

Quality & Excellence Management:

• Enhance financial reporting accuracy and adherence to compliance standards.
• Monitor the implementation of process improvement initiatives.
• Establish key performance metrics to track financial efficiency.
• Promote a culture of excellence in financial planning and analysis.

Qualifications and Experience

Preferred Educational Qualifications and Professional Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CMA (Certified Management Accountant), ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), or equivalent are a plus.

Experience

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in financial planning & analysis.

• Seniority levelAssociate

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionFinance
• IndustriesInsurance

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