Description:
We are looking for an experienced Budgeting & Financial Planning Manager to lead budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis for the group and its subsidiaries. This is a senior FP&A role that combines hands-on financial modelling with team leadership and cross-functional collaboration to support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the preparation of annual and rolling budgets across the parent group and subsidiary entities.
- Monitor cost controls and review/approve purchase requisitions to ensure alignment with approved budgets.
- Analyse budget vs. actual performance and prepare monthly financial performance reviews for management.
- Conduct project and initiative profitability analysis to guide investment and resource decisions.
- Design and deliver dashboards, reports and presentations for senior leadership, highlighting key variances and actionable insights.
- Collaborate with business units and operational teams to collect accurate data and ensure alignment of assumptions.
- Work with ERP platforms (Oracle Fusion or similar) to streamline budgeting processes and maintain data integrity.
- Provide timely financial insight and recommendations to support strategic planning and decision making.
- Manage, mentor and develop the budgeting team, driving process improvements and best practices.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline; Master’s or MBA preferred.
- Professional qualifications such as CPA, CMA, CFA, ACCA or CA are highly desirable.
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in budgeting / FP&A with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.
- Strong ERP experience (Oracle Fusion preferred) and advanced Excel skills including modelling and pivot tables.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Arabic (written & spoken) to liaise with stakeholders across the region.
- Ability to work under pressure, occasionally extend hours and travel as required by business needs.