Job Description

Financial Planning Analyst - Retail Division - Al-Futtaim Group - Dubai, UAE
Role Summary
Al-Futtaim Group is seeking a skilled Financial Planning Analyst to support strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for its Retail Division across MENA and Southeast Asia. The role involves preparing financial reports, analyzing variances, enhancing automation, and supporting decision-making with accurate financial insights.
Job Details
Location: United Arab Emirates
Location: Dubai
Industry: Retail
Function: Accounting / Finance
Salary: AED 18000-25000 monthly (market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Preferred Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time
What You'll Do

• Prepare strategic plans, annual budgets (zero-based), and quarterly forecasts in coordination with stakeholders, with actionable plans for delivery
• Upload plans, budgets, and forecasts into relevant systems
• Prepare presentations for Retail and Group leadership teams
• Generate regular operational and financial performance reports for stakeholders
• Analyze variances against budgets and prior years, recommending improvement actions
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support business decisions
• Drive process automation to improve efficiency
• Upload budgets and forecasts into Anaplan and develop reports and dashboards using the platform

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting; professional certifications such as CA, CMA, CFA, or CPA (in process or completed) preferred
• 2-3 years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, and reporting, preferably in the retail sector within the Middle East or Southeast Asia
• Strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Office; working knowledge of SAP ERP, BPC, and Anaplan
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with sound business acumen
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Why Join Us
Joining Al-Futtaim Group offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, multinational environment with exposure to diverse markets. You'll be part of a forward-thinking team, contributing to strategic financial decision-making that shapes the future of the Retail Division.
About the Company
Founded in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim Group is a leading privately held conglomerate headquartered in Dubai, UAE. Operating in automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare, the Group employs over 35,000 people across more than 20 countries and partners with over 200 globally recognized brands. Its core values of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity drive its mission to enrich the lives of customers and communities across the regions it serves.
Job Title Financial Planning Analyst - Retail Division - Al-Futtaim Group - Dubai, UAE
Financial Planning Analyst - Retail Division - Al-Futtaim Group - Dubai, UAE
Role Summary
Al-Futtaim Group is seeking a skilled Financial Planning Analyst to support strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for its Retail Division across MENA and Southeast Asia. The role involves preparing financial reports, analyzing variances, enhancing automation, and supporting decision-making with accurate financial insights.
Job Details
Location: United Arab Emirates
Location: Dubai
Industry: Retail
Function: Accounting / Finance
Salary: AED 18000-25000 monthly (market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Preferred Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time
What You'll Do

• Prepare strategic plans, annual budgets (zero-based), and quarterly forecasts in coordination with stakeholders, with actionable plans for delivery
• Upload plans, budgets, and forecasts into relevant systems
• Prepare presentations for Retail and Group leadership teams
• Generate regular operational and financial performance reports for stakeholders
• Analyze variances against budgets and prior years, recommending improvement actions
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support business decisions
• Drive process automation to improve efficiency
• Upload budgets and forecasts into Anaplan and develop reports and dashboards using the platform

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting; professional certifications such as CA, CMA, CFA, or CPA (in process or completed) preferred
• 2-3 years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, and reporting, preferably in the retail sector within the Middle East or Southeast Asia
• Strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Office; working knowledge of SAP ERP, BPC, and Anaplan
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with sound business acumen
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Why Join Us
Joining Al-Futtaim Group offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, multinational environment with exposure to diverse markets. You'll be part of a forward-thinking team, contributing to strategic financial decision-making that shapes the future of the Retail Division.
About the Company
Founded in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim Group is a leading privately held conglomerate headquartered in Dubai, UAE. Operating in automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare, the Group employs over 35,000 people across more than 20 countries and partners with over 200 globally recognized brands. Its core values of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity drive its mission to enrich the lives of customers and communities across the regions it serves.
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Salary from 18000.00
Salary to 25000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -
Location City Dubai
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