About the job Financial Analyst

Our client, an Abu Dhabi-based investment firm under government regulation, is dedicated to establishing a smart mobility platform through strategic investments and partnerships with global industry leaders.

Currently, they seek a Financial Analyst to lead the FP&A function for their holding company. This role involves shaping and maintaining the annual budget and forecast, addressing financial analysis needs, and advising upper management on future financial plans.

Responsibilities:

• Cultivate relationships with department heads, offering guidance on realistic plans for the upcoming year.
• Analyze the company\'s financial performance, assess the impact of strategic initiatives, and evaluate new business opportunities.
• Develop and maintain the annual budget and forecast, conduct financial modeling and analysis.
• Monitor day-to-day financial operations, including payroll and invoicing.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports, identifying key financial drivers and recommending performance improvements.
• Participate in strategic data analysis, research, and modeling for senior company leadership.
• Create and distribute financial reports and dashboards to provide senior management with insights into the company\'s financial performance and market trends.
• Ensure timely and transparent reporting execution, building confidence in reliable, predictable delivery.
• Prepare management reporting packs with clear identification of risks and opportunities.
• Oversee annual budgets and forecasts, including regular reforecasting cycles.
• Review business case proposals and conduct financial evaluations in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Support FP&A team leadership and analysts, actively participating in the broader Finance team to facilitate the implementation of new finance requirements, systems, and processes.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Masters degree in Finance/MBA preferred.
• Certification in Finance/Accounting (CPA, ACA, ACCA, CPP, and CFA) highly recommended.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 10 to 15 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of financial management, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Leadership and management capabilities.
• Familiarity with financial compliance and local market statutory reporting.
• Extensive experience in GAAP, IFRS, and local market accounting standards.
• Preferably, experience in the automotive industry.

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