179 Financial Planning jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are hiring a Financial Planning & Analysis Lead
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Food & Beverage
Workweek: 4.5 days (Mon-Thu: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM / 9 AM - 7 PM, Fri: 9 AM - 1 PM)
Are you a data-driven finance professional with a passion for turning numbers into business strategy? We are a leading Food & Beverage company in the UAE looking for an FP&A Lead to drive strategic financial planning and performance insights across our UAE store network.

What We Are Looking For:

• Proven experience in FP&A within the F&B or Retail industry
• Hands-on expertise in Oracle ERP systems (this is a must)
• Strong UAE market experience (must-have)
• Advanced skills in financial modeling, forecasting, and P&L analysis
• A collaborative finance partner who can support Operations, Marketing, and Development teams

• Own end-to-end budgeting and forecasting cycles
• Build dynamic financial models for existing and new store performance
• Conduct detailed variance and ROI analyses
• Support strategic business decisions with real-time insights
• Lead report automation and dashboarding through Power BI/Tableau
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive cost-efficiency and growth

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
• 4-7 years of FP&A experience in the QSR / F&B / Retail sector
• Strong command of Excel, Oracle ERP, and BI tools
• Sharp analytical mind, business acumen, and excellent communication skills

The hiring company is a large organisation in the Technology industry. Known for its innovative approach, the firm has established itself as a market leader in the tech, digital and AI sector, constantly pushing boundaries and setting new standards. They now have operations in the Middle East, North America and Europe.

• Oversee and manage all financial planning activities.
• Develop and implement strategic financial plans.
• Analyse financial data and prepare forecasts.
• Lead team in annual budgeting process.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Coordinate with senior management to align financial plans with business goals.
• Report on financial performance and make recommendations.
• Drive financial planning initiatives to support the company's growth.

• A strong educational background in Finance, Accounting or related fields.
• Must hold experience in operating in Europe and/or North America.
• Must hold string M&A experience
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to manage a team.
• Excellent analytical and strategic planning skills.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and standards.
• The ability to align financial plans with business objectives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

The hiring company is a large organisation in the Technology industry. Known for its innovative approach, the firm has established itself as a market leader in the tech, digital and AI sector, constantly pushing boundaries and setting new standards. They now have operations in the Middle East, North America and Europe.

1. Oversee and manage all financial planning activities.
2. Develop and implement strategic financial plans.
3. Analyse financial data and prepare forecasts.
4. Lead team in annual budgeting process.
5. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
6. Coordinate with senior management to align financial plans with business goals.
7. Report on financial performance and make recommendations.
8. Drive financial planning initiatives to support the company's growth.

1. A strong educational background in Finance, Accounting or related fields.
2. Must hold experience in operating in Europe and/or North America.
3. Must hold strong M&A experience.
4. Proven leadership skills and the ability to manage a team.
5. Excellent analytical and strategic planning skills.
6. Strong knowledge of financial regulations and standards.
7. The ability to align financial plans with business objectives.
8. Excellent communication and presentation skills.

The hiring company is a large organisation in the Technology industry. Known for its innovative approach, the firm has established itself as a market leader in the tech, digital and AI sector, constantly pushing boundaries and setting new standards. They now have operations in the Middle East, North America and Europe.

• Oversee and manage all financial planning activities.
• Develop and implement strategic financial plans.
• Analyse financial data and prepare forecasts.
• Lead team in the annual budgeting process.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Coordinate with senior management to align financial plans with business goals.
• Report on financial performance and make recommendations.
• Drive financial planning initiatives to support the company's growth.

• A strong educational background in Finance, Accounting or related fields.
• Experience in operating in Europe and/or North America.
• Strong M&A experience.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to manage a team.
• Excellent analytical and strategic planning skills.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and standards.
• Ability to align financial plans with business objectives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

A prominent investment and distribution group based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with a diverse portfolio. The company is known for its commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable business practices across regional and international markets.

• Lead the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations to senior management.
• Partner with business units to align financial plans with strategic objectives and ensure financial targets are met.
• Develop and refine financial models to support business cases, investment decisions, and scenario planning.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare insightful dashboards and reports for leadership.
• Support the implementation of financial planning tools and systems to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, financial standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with accounting, strategy, and business teams to drive financial transparency and performance.

A successful candidate is a commercially savvy finance professional with a strong track record in financial planning and analysis, ideally within diversified or multinational organizations, capable of translating data into actionable strategy.

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A leading organisation in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Financial Planning Manager to lead its financial planning and budgeting function. This is a senior-level opportunity for a finance professional with a strong background in strategic planning, financial systems, and stakeholder engagement.

The Financial Planning Manager will be responsible for overseeing the development of comprehensive financial budgets and plans, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. The role involves leading the annual budgeting cycle, managing financial systems, and providing strategic recommendations to optimise financial performance. The successful candidate will also serve as the primary liaison with external stakeholders.

This position is open only to native Arabic speakers

The Role

• Lead the annual financial planning and budgeting process in alignment with organisational strategy and policies.
• Develop and manage budget templates and submission processes in collaboration with internal departments.
• Conduct expenditure analysis, scenario planning, and risk assessments to support optimal budget allocation.
• Oversee the financial system for budget uploads, financial code creation, and system enhancements.
• Provide strategic insights to mitigate financial risks and improve financial performance.
• Lead and develop a team of financial planning specialists, ensuring high performance and alignment with organisational values.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of reports in accordance with internal standards and external requirements.

This position is open only to native Arabic speakers

The Person

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Professional certifications such as CFA or CPA are advantageous.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong command of financial modelling, budgeting systems, and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance within the UAE.
• Native Arabic speaker with full professional proficiency in English.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Entertainment Providers

Note: This job is currently active and accepting applications.

deVere Group of companies is the world’s premier wealth tech and advice organization. Through its well-regulated subsidiaries, deVere accesses cutting-edge technology to offer the best products and opportunities in the International Financial Services sector.

Our advisors provide financial solutions driven by face-to-face advice, complemented by evolving technology, to help clients achieve their financial goals. Working within a dynamic environment, our advisors collaborate closely with clients to structure and execute complex financing and risk management solutions across a broad product spectrum, including fixed income, private equity, commodities, hedge funds, and real estate.

We aim to provide objective investment advice tailored to our clients' needs, offering a suite of digital solutions to build long-term relationships and meet financial goals.

This role requires an experienced individual already trained and developed within the Financial Services sector. Comprehensive training on the full suite of deVere Financial solutions will be provided to enhance your existing experience. You should be comfortable working with people, possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, and be an analytical thinker to work successfully with clients and team members.

• Generous high income
• In-house administration
• In-house compliance
• Bespoke CRM
• Full product training
• A weekly pay-run
• Structured, defined career progression
• World-class company performance incentives

The hiring company is a large organisation in the Technology industry. Known for its innovative approach, the firm has established itself as a market leader in the tech, digital and AI sector, constantly pushing boundaries and setting new standards. They now have operations in the Middle East, North America and Europe.

• Oversee and manage all financial planning activities.
• Develop and implement strategic financial plans.
• Analyse financial data and prepare forecasts.
• Lead team in annual budgeting process.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Coordinate with senior management to align financial plans with business goals.
• Report on financial performance and make recommendations.
• Drive financial planning initiatives to support the company's growth.

• A strong educational background in Finance, Accounting or related fields.
• Must hold experience in operating in Europe and/or North America.
• Must hold strong M&A experience.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to manage a team.
• Excellent analytical and strategic planning skills.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and standards.
• The ability to align financial plans with business objectives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

The hiring company is a large organisation in the Technology industry. Known for its innovative approach, the firm has established itself as a market leader in the tech, digital and AI sector, constantly pushing boundaries and setting new standards. They now have operations in the Middle East, North America and Europe.

• Oversee and manage all financial planning activities.
• Develop and implement strategic financial plans.
• Analyse financial data and prepare forecasts.
• Lead team in the annual budgeting process.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Coordinate with senior management to align financial plans with business goals.
• Report on financial performance and make recommendations.
• Drive financial planning initiatives to support the company's growth.

• A strong educational background in Finance, Accounting or related fields.
• Experience in operating in Europe and/or North America.
• Strong M&A experience.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to manage a team.
• Excellent analytical and strategic planning skills.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and standards.
• Ability to align financial plans with business objectives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.