Financial Planning Analyst

Job Description

• Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Support the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
• Assist business units to develop realistic financial targets aligned with corporate strategy.
• Prepare detailed financial models for budgeting, forecasting and scenario analysis.

• Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Deliver monthly management reporting, including variance analysis and performance insights.
• Analyse financial results and key drivers to support informed decision-making.
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools to monitor performance against targets.
• Business Partnering
• Work closely with all GCGRA Divisions and Departments to support financial decision-making.
• Present financial information in a clear and concise manner to non-finance stakeholders.
• Challenge assumptions and promote financial discipline across departments.

• Treasury & Cash Flow Management

• Prepare and support cash flow forecasting and continuous liquidity monitoring.
• Monitor cash positions and ensure adequate funding for operational and strategic needs.
• Manage relationships with banks and financial institutions within the UAE.
• Oversee bank accounts, payment structures, and treasury controls.
• Ensure efficient cash management processes, including collections and payments.
• Support evaluation of financing requirements and capital structure considerations, where applicable.
• Strategic Support
• Support long-term strategic planning and analysis where relevant.
• Assist in evaluating projects, partnerships, and capital investments.
• Provide insights on market trends, Federal reporting performance, and macroeconomic factors relevant to the UAE/GCC region.

• Systems, Processes & Governance

• Drive automation and efficiency in financial planning and reporting.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity within financial systems.
• Support compliance with group financial policies, IFRS, and UAE regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional qualification preferred: ACA, ACCA, CPA, CMA, or CFA.
• 5–8 years of experience in FP&A, management reporting, or financial analysis roles, ideally within a multinational or regional organisation.
• Strong financial modelling and advanced analytical skills.
• Excellent command of Excel and experience with ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP.
• Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Experience in treasury management, including cash flow forecasting and banking coordination.
• Experience working in the UAE or GCC region is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present financial insights to senior stakeholders.

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