Job 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.

This is a full-time leadership role offering the chance to influence group-level financial planning and drive continuous improvement in budgeting processes.

Skills Required