4 Forecasting jobs in Dubai
Course: Integrating Budgeting, Forecasting and Business Planning
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Course: Integrating Budgeting, Forecasting and Business Planning
This course will provide not only the theoretical background but also the necessary skills to build world class standards into your planning, budgeting, performance measurement and reporting system. The course will concentrate on imparting to delegates how to learn the concepts, processes, and techniques of budgeting and business planning in order to be better able to carry out their budgeting and business planning tasks and responsibilities.
By combining techniques analysis, problems and examples with real case studies the course provides delegates with key cost awareness and budgetary skills, which is essential in managing and controlling processes/projects in times of increasing global competition where the budgets are inextricably linked with both strategy formulation and cost analysis.
What are the goals?- Build an integrated planning, budgeting and reporting process
- Understand costs behaviour more accurately
- Deliver more timely and useful information to decision makers
- Improve you the budgeting/financial skills required for better decision-making
- Appreciate the need to link projects within budgets
The course is designed for anyone involved in the budget and business planning process within their organisation. It is equally appropriate for those who manage projects and who wish to have a greater understanding of how budgets, business plans, and projects interlink.
This course is suitable to a wide range of professionals who have budgetary control and are involved in the business planning process, including, but not limited to:
- Professionals who require a more in-depth understanding of integrated planning & budgeting techniques
- Accountants responsible for budget preparation & management reporting
- Financial Planners and Cost Analysts
- Line heads with direct planning and budgeting responsibility
- Professional advisers, Account Personnel and Business Consultants
This course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This will include presentations delivered in a highly participative style with discussion, practical exercises and team-based case studies.
Day One: Budgets and Strategy in Today’s International Environment- Organizational planning framework
- The product / information / decision support cycle
- Strategic, tactical, and operational forecasts
- The strategic approach to business planning
- Various strategic and tactical approaches to business planning
- The international business environment
- Developing the business plan
- Identification of key value drivers
- Achieving objectives
- Zero base budgeting
- Activity based budgeting
- Developing the Cash Budget
- Problems of forecasting
- Using historical data to help predict the future
- Forecasting
- Development of Time Series Models
- Using Regression Analysis as a predictor and estimator
- Mastering the use of Exponential Smoothing as a Data Analysis tool
- Cost behaviour and breakeven analysis
- Activity based costing
- Budgeting for Processes rather than Departments
- Defining Key Cost Drivers
- Defining Key Activities
- Developing the Activity-Based Budget
- Identify the various types of capital projects
- Discuss the capital project evaluation process
- The impact time has on the value of money
- Using WACC and ROIC as benchmarks
- Development of the Hurdle Rate for capital projects
- Evaluate capital projects by applying NPV, IRR, ARR Payback model
Day 1 - Asset Cost Management Introduction
Maintenance & Reliability Best Practices are critical for every successful individual and company. This workshop delivers many practical and new Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices concepts and tools. You will discuss these concepts and practice using practical tools in case studies and discussion groups. The costs associated with equipment downtime and reduced production can be significant. Learning how to effectively manage all aspects of your industrial facility is a must. This workshop is a combination of instructor led topic areas and class discussions. Interactive discussions will allow you to hear and learn best in class applications relating to maintenance planning and cost management strategies. You will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions in order to consider how best to apply these tools and techniques in your organization.
Day Two: Laying the GroundworkMaintenance & Reliability Best Practices are critical for every successful individual and company. This workshop delivers many practical and new Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices concepts and tools. You will discuss these concepts and practice using practical tools in case studies and discussion groups. The costs associated with equipment downtime and reduced production can be significant. Learning how to effectively manage all aspects of your industrial facility is a must. This workshop is a combination of instructor led topic areas and class discussions. Interactive discussions will allow you to hear and learn best in class applications relating to maintenance planning and cost management strategies. You will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions in order to consider how best to apply these tools and techniques in your organization.
Day Three: Applying the Value based ProcessMaintenance & Reliability Best Practices are critical for every successful individual and company. This workshop delivers many practical and new Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices concepts and tools. You will discuss these concepts and practice using practical tools in case studies and discussion groups. The costs associated with equipment downtime and reduced production can be significant. Learning how to effectively manage all aspects of your industrial facility is a must. This workshop is a combination of instructor led topic areas and class discussions. Interactive discussions will allow you to hear and learn best in class applications relating to maintenance planning and cost management strategies. You will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions in order to consider how best to apply these tools and techniques in your organization.
Day Four: Ensuring the Continuity of the Value-based ProcessMaintenance & Reliability Best Practices are critical for every successful individual and company. This workshop delivers many practical and new Maintenance and Reliability Best Practices concepts and tools. You will discuss these concepts and practice using practical tools in case studies and discussion groups. The costs associated with equipment downtime and reduced production can be significant. Learning how to effectively manage all aspects of your industrial facility is a must. This workshop is a combination of instructor led topic areas and class discussions. Interactive discussions will allow you to hear and learn best in class applications relating to maintenance planning and cost management strategies. You will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions in order to consider how best to apply these tools and techniques in your organization.
European Quality Training and Management Consultancy – Methodology- Lectures and Visual Presentations:
- Theoretical lectures are presented through PowerPoint presentations, videos, and short films, providing a comprehensive and enjoyable learning experience.
- Scientific Assessment:
- Trainees are thoroughly assessed before and after the training program to ensure the desired objectives are achieved and to provide necessary guidance.
- Brainstorming and Role-playing:
- Innovation and problem-solving are encouraged through brainstorming sessions and role playing experiences.
- Practical Cases:
- Practical learning is emphasized through cases relevant to the subject matter and the nature of work for the trainees, contributing to the development of practical skills.
- Final Evaluation and Certificates:
- A comprehensive assessment is conducted at the end of the program. Trainees are awarded attendance and participation certificates recognized by the European Quality Training and Management Consultancy, provided they have completed at least 80% of the program days.
- Training Materials:
- Professional trainers and experts in various fields create scientific and practical training materials, which are printed and retained, and distributed on CD or flash drives to ensure easy access to the content.
- Post-Training Follow-up:
- European Quality Training and Management Consultancy provides continuous support after the training program. This support includes additional consultancy sessions or workshops to ensure the continuity of learning and the application of acquired skills in the working environment.
- Customized Training Programs:
- Training programs are designed to meet the needs of individual companies and institutions. Client needs are carefully analyzed to ensure that the training content aligns with their specific objectives and achieves the desired impact.
- Training incorporates modern techniques such as online platforms and distance learning to provide flexible and effective learning experiences. Participants can access educational resources online and engage in discussions and online workshops.
- Specialized Trainers:
- Trainers and lecturers are carefully selected to ensure they have high expertise in their fields. Experience and professionalism are added to the training to ensure the delivery of high-quality content and effective learning experiences.
- European Quality Training and Management Consultancy encourages active participation and interaction during training sessions. Interactive activities such as group discussions and collective exercises are organized to stimulate effective participation in the learning process.
- Focus on Personal Transformation:
- Participants are encouraged to think critically and develop problem-solving skills and decision making abilities. They are guided towards achieving personal and professional transformation, leading to improved performance in their work areas.
- Continuous assessments are provided to evaluate participants performance and their understanding of the training materials. This assessment is used to modify the training program if necessary and ensure the desired results are achieved.
- Terms and Conditions:
- Terms and conditions apply to all training programs. It is assumed that registering for any training program implies the participants agreement to these terms, including registration, payment, and cancellation policies.
- Prices and Discounts:
- It is noted that the prices displayed on the website do not include a 5% value added tax. All prices are subject to discounts according to the companys policies.
European Quality Training and Management Consultancy reserves the right to change the location of the training program, change the accredited lecturers for program delivery, hold, or cancel the program in line with the companys vision and program conditions and our quality policy.
European Quality Training and Management Consultancy is certified
Accounts Payable From Accounting to Management (Planning, Organizing and Achieving Best Practices)
Accounts Payable: Accounting and Management Best Practices
Budgeting, Forecasting and the Planning Process
Oil & Gas Accounting & Performance Measurement
At European Quality Training and Management Consultancy, we provide high-quality training and consultancy services to develop future leaders. With a team of skilled experts, we tailor programs to meet the needs of public and private sectors, grounded in quality, ethics, and social responsibility. Our client-focused approach ensures professionalism and sustainable outcomes.
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#J-18808-LjbffrKearney, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst
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Kearney, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst — Full-time in Dubai, Middle East & Africa region.
Job DescriptionKearney, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst
As the FP&A Analyst in our Dubai office, you will support the financial planning and analysis function with a focus predominantly on the Middle East region. This role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and providing strategic insights to drive business decisions. The FP&A Analyst will collaborate with various departments to gather and analyze financial data, identify trends, and support decision-making processes. A proactive mindset, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly are essential. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who can contribute to the company's growth and profitability through meticulous financial planning and analysis.
Reporting directly to the Senior Financial Planning & Analytics Manager and functionally to the Regional CFO and ME Financial Controller. The role also works closely with Finance teams in Dubai, South Africa, Turkey, London, and Chicago, as well as other local functions such as HR, Staffing, Office Management, and Legal. The ME finance team consists of 11 members.
Key responsibilities- Develop and maintain complex financial models to support various business scenarios and strategic initiatives.
- Conduct detailed variance analysis to compare actual results to budget and forecast, identifying key drivers and providing actionable insights.
- Monitor and analyze cost structures, identifying areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
- Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop accurate revenue forecasts and track performance against targets.
- Evaluate capital expenditure proposals, perform ROI analysis, and track project performance.
- Perform scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to assess the financial impact of different business decisions and external factors.
- Conduct benchmarking studies to compare company performance against industry peers and best practices.
- Create and maintain dashboards and visualizations to communicate financial performance and key metrics to stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies, assisting with audits and regulatory reporting as needed.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the FP&A function.
- Act as a strategic partner to business units, providing financial insights and recommendations to support operational and strategic decisions.
- Identify and assess financial risks, developing strategies to mitigate potential impacts on the business.
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve business performance.
- Assist in the preparation and management of the annual budget, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Support ad-hoc financial analysis and special projects as needed, providing timely and accurate information to stakeholders.
After nearly 100 years, we know this business is fundamentally about making connections—between facts, figures, insights, strategies, tools, technologies and above all, people. That’s why we look for proactive, positive, and flexible individuals who are always unapologetically their unique selves.
We want to hear from you if you:
- Have a university degree or equivalent and are studying for, or completed an internationally recognized Certified/Chartered accountant qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA
- Have a minimum 5 years in a similar role. Professional service industry experience is desirable
- Have a strong knowledge of financial planning and analysis in a related role
- Possess strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling
- Have experience with financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus
- Have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Arabic is desirable
- Are commercially minded and are willing to be hands on
- Have strong organization skills, attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Are a self-driven, highly motivated team player who understands the implications of collaborating in a truly global environment
Every day, our people work to be the difference for our clients, our communities, and our colleagues. They are sustained by a competitive remuneration package plus comprehensive benefits and perks, including but not limited to:
- Generous retirement/pension savings contributions
- Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and their families
- Structured and on-the-job learning and development opportunities
- Personalized opportunities to help you chart a unique career journey to pursue your own personal and professional goals
Apply now. Submit your cover letter, CV (.doc or .pdf format only) via our website.
Equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination Kearney prides itself on providing a culture where our employees belong and thrive equally, which means our people feel comfort, confidence, and joy as they do great things for our firm, our colleagues, and our clients. Kearney is an equal opportunity employer; we recruit, hire, train, promote, develop, and provide other conditions of employment without regard to a person’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences consistent with applicable laws. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. We encourage everyone to apply, including those who may not feel historically represented in consulting.
#J-18808-LjbffrCourse: Effective Business Decisions Using Data Analysis
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Effective Business Decisions Using Data Analysis
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Course: Effective Business Decisions Using Data Analysis
This interactive, applications-driven 5-day course will highlight the added value that data analytics can offer a professional as a decision support tool in management decision making. It will show the use of data analytics to support strategic initiatives; to inform on policy information; and to direct operational decision making. The course will emphasize applications of data analytics in management practice; focus on the valid interpretation of data analytics findings; and create a clearer understanding of how to integrate quantitative reasoning into management decision making. Exposure to the discipline of data analytics will ultimately promote greater confidence in the use of evidence-based information to support management decision making.
This course will feature:- Discussions on applications of data analytics in management
- The importance of data in data analytics
- Applying data analytical methods through worked examples
- Focusing on management interpretation of statistical evidence
- How to integrate statistical thinking into the work domain
- Explain the scope and structure of data analytics.
- Apply a cross-section of useful data analytics.
- Interpret meaningfully and critically assess statistical evidence.
- Identify relevant applications of data analytics in practice.
- Professionals in management support roles
- Analysts who typically encounter data/analytical information regularly in their work environment
- Those who seek to derive greater decision-making value from data analytics
This course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension, and retention of the information presented. The daily workshops will be highly interactive and participative. This involves regular discussion of applications as well as hands-on exposure to data analytics techniques using Microsoft Excel. Delegates are strongly encouraged to bring and analyse data from their own work domain. This adds greater relevancy to the content. Emphasis is also placed on the valid interpretation of statistical evidence in a management context.
The Course Content- Day One: Setting the Statistical Scene in Management
- Introduction; The quantitative landscape in management
- Thinking statistically about applications in management (identifying KPIs)
- The integrative elements of data analytics
- Data: The raw material of data analytics (types, quality, and data preparation)
- Exploratory data analysis using Excel (pivot tables)
- Using summary tables and visual displays to profile sample data
- Day Two: Evidence-based Observational Decision Making
- Numeric descriptors to profile numeric sample data
- Central and non-central location measures
- Quantifying dispersion in sample data
- Examine the distribution of numeric measures (skewness and bimodal)
- Exploring relationships between numeric descriptors
- Breakdown analysis of numeric measures
- Day Three: Statistical Decision Making – Drawing Inferences from Sample Data
- The foundations of statistical inference
- Quantifying uncertainty in data – the normal probability distribution
- The importance of sampling in inferential analysis
- Sampling methods (random-based sampling techniques)
- Understanding the sampling distribution concept
- Confidence interval estimation
- Day Four: Statistical Decision Making – Drawing Inferences from Hypotheses Testing
- The rationale of hypotheses testing
- The hypothesis testing process and types of errors
- Single population tests (tests for a single mean)
- Two independent population tests of means
- Matched pairs test scenarios
- Comparing means across multiple populations
- Day Five: Predictive Decision Making - Statistical Modeling and Data Mining
- Exploiting statistical relationships to build prediction-based models
- Model building using regression analysis
- Model building process – the rationale and evaluation of regression models
- Data mining overview – its evolution
- Descriptive data mining – applications in management
- Predictive (goal-directed) data mining – management applications
Business Analysis and Data Analyst
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Job Title: Business Data Analyst (Banking) - Digital Transformation
Job Type: Full-Time Contract (1 year, renewable)
Location: On-site, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Summary:
Join our team as a Business Data Analyst at the forefront of digital transformation within a leading UAE bank. In this pivotal role, you will bridge business stakeholders and technology teams, applying deep analytical expertise to drive insights, optimize processes, and elevate customer journeys across key digital banking initiatives. Embrace an asynchronous work culture that values exceptional written communication and proactive problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities- Elicit, analyze, and document business requirements, user stories, and process flows for digital projects.
- Act as a key liaison between business units and technical teams to ensure clear understanding of project objectives.
- Conduct gap analysis and impact assessments for new features and system changes within core banking functions.
- Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily stand-ups.
- Design and execute test scenarios, supporting user acceptance testing (UAT) and solution validation.
- Write complex SQL queries to extract and analyze large datasets, generating actionable insights and KPI reports with Power BI.
- Translate analytical findings into clear, data-driven recommendations and presentations for diverse stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Business, or a quantitative discipline.
- 5-9 years’ experience as a Business Analyst, with a strong background in Banking, Financial Services, or FinTech.
- High proficiency in SQL and PL/SQL, with hands-on experience in Power BI for data visualization.
- Proven experience working with core-banking systems and exposure to digital transformation projects.
- Solid understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and expertise with JIRA.
- Exceptional written communication skills, adept at working in asynchronous, collaborative environments.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities with excellent stakeholder management.
- Relevant professional certifications (CBAP, PMI-PBA, Agile Scrum, Data Analytics).
- Experience with data modeling, Python or R for advanced analytics, and systems like Flexcube or OFSAA.
- Expertise in digital banking products, customer journey mapping, and process optimization.
Become part of our team and contribute to high-impact initiatives, working on projects that set industry standards and drive meaningful change. We foster an inclusive, high-performing culture offering career development opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment to help you thrive.
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