Senior Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst

Senior Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst

Job Summary

Responsible for analyzing financial modeling for reporting of industry and regional competitive intelligence, strategic planning, cash management and related projects. Analyse monthly & quarterly reporting, budgets & forecasting and conduct in‑depth analysis of key metrics to support senior management with the delivery of the Group financial performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop the business planning process, prepare reports, and analyze all key metrics for all financial plans.
• Prepare and deliver in‑depth financial analysis and insightful narrative on financial and commercial areas for operational and strategic business requirements.
• Design driver‑based plans and provide analytical support to leaders.
• Ensure robust forecasts, challenge and interrogate key inputs with relevant stakeholders.
• Lead the annual budgeting, long‑range planning and rolling forecast processes across business units, ensuring alignment with corporate financial objectives and operational strategies.
• Develop integrated financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic planning, investment decisions and business growth initiatives.
• Monitor budget utilization and financial performance against approved plans, identify variances and recommend corrective actions to management.
• Coordinate with department heads and finance teams to consolidate financial inputs, assumptions and operational data for accurate forecasting and planning activities.
• Perform detailed variance analysis on revenue, cost, profitability, cash flow and operational KPIs to identify financial risks and performance improvement opportunities.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual management reports with insightful commentary and financial narratives to support executive decision‑making.
• Analyze financial and operational trends, benchmarking data and business performance indicators to provide proactive recommendations to leadership teams.
• Support profitability analysis by business unit, project, service line or operational segment to improve financial visibility and strategic planning.
• Support strategic initiatives including business expansion, mergers & acquisitions, cost optimization programs and investment evaluations through detailed financial analysis.
• Conduct feasibility studies, sensitivity analysis and return‑on‑investment assessments for new business opportunities and capital expenditure projects.
• Partner with operational and commercial teams to evaluate pricing strategies, commercial performance and revenue optimization opportunities.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support operational efficiency, margin improvement and sustainable business growth.
• Develop and maintain advanced driver‑based financial models to support forecasting accuracy, operational planning and strategic business analysis.
• Automate financial reporting processes and dashboards using ERP systems, BI tools and advanced Excel models to improve reporting efficiency and data accuracy.
• Utilize financial analytics and business intelligence tools to identify trends, risks and opportunities impacting financial performance.
• Ensure integrity, consistency and accuracy of financial data used in planning, forecasting and management reporting activities.
• Collaborate closely with Finance, Operations, Commercial, Procurement and Business Unit leaders to validate financial assumptions and business drivers.
• Challenge key business assumptions and operational inputs to ensure realistic, accurate and achievable financial forecasts and plans.
• Support internal and external audit requirements by providing financial schedules, planning documentation and supporting analysis as required.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, reporting standards, governance frameworks and corporate planning procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve FP&A processes, forecasting methodologies, reporting structures and financial planning frameworks.
• Contribute to finance transformation initiatives, digital reporting enhancements and implementation of planning and analytics systems.
• Standardize reporting templates, KPIs and financial planning methodologies across business units to enhance consistency and decision‑making effectiveness.
• Support the development of financial planning best practices and mentor junior analysts within the FP&A function where applicable.

Job Knowledge & Skills

• In‑depth knowledge and detailed insights of IFRS and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working within an executive team.
• Knowledgeable in the latest accounting tools and software.
• Knowledge of the Code of Ethics for Auditing, Risk Management and Control processes.
• Deep knowledge of finance and accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of final responsibility for the quality and content of all financial data, reporting and audit.
• General planning, coordination and knowledge of the construction industry, especially in the Middle East.
• Detailed understanding and extensive experience of the financial planning process.
• ERP knowledge, preferably SAP functional skills.

Job Experience

• 6 Years of experience.
• Resilience, quality, leadership, ability to build high‑performing teams, agility, and providing direction.
• Cost accounting theory and concepts (Level 3).
• Budgeting analysis (Level 3).
• Cost variance analysis (Level 3).
• Budget preparation and reporting (Level 3).
• AI fluency.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Public Administration or Business Administration, or another related field.