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We are looking for a FP&A Analyst based in Dubai or Riyadh to assist the Middle East Financial Planning and Analysis Lead, in delivering high quality and effective financial reporting, forecasting / budgeting, and project support function for MEA.
Assisting the ME Finance Teams and the budget holders to prepare quarterly forecasts and annual budget, including providing analysis of data
Review and posting of accruals every month

Preparation and reconciliation of month end schedules as required, including analysis of variances against budget, forecast, etc

Weekly/daily tasks including utilization reports, time sheet management, staff allocations, on-cost, etc

Provide Financial support and analysis on an ad hoc basis to Project Directors and Managers (supplier payment queries, project cost questions, SOA, liaison with ME Billing team, etc)

Monthly project reviews with the Project Managers

Documentation of FP&A team processes and controls

Support the FP&A Lead and Head of FP&A with ad-hoc initiatives and analyses

Promote good financial practices throughout the business

Ensure compliance to business Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and use of best accounting practices

Develop strong working relationships with team members and other key stakeholders

Seek opportunities to learn new skills and aspire to develop within the team.

Qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA/CPA or other recognized Accounting qualification
Minimum of 2-3 years experience within a business support Finance role

Highly organized and with the ability to priorities tasks

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (knowledge of Data Modelling, PowerPivot and PowerBI tools is an advantage). Working knowledge of other Microsoft Office tools

Attention to detail with a high standard of (numerical) presentation skills

Produce insightful analysis and clearly communicate findings

Good understanding of a project lifecycle and the different measures of financial performance

Proven ability to develop strong working relationships and communicate effectively at all levels

Strong financial reporting skills with an understanding of IFRS

Highly analytical, able to manipulate and interpret complex data from multiple sources

Excellent communication in English (both written and oral).

Experience of interacting with multiple businesses and finance functions

Experience of working within a multi-cultural environment

Proven ability to develop strong working relationships and communicate effectively at all levels.

Prior experience working within an Engineering Consultancy business
Has prepared project related financial reports and reconciliations relating to, project expenses, billing, debt, provisions, and utilization
Working knowledge of JD Edwards, Hyperion Finance Management (HFM), Smart View and other IT systems and databases.
Initiative - able to work independently with minimum supervision, make suggestions on best practice and improving current processes and procedures
Problem Solving - can think of creative solutions to problems

Analytical - able to analyse large volumes of date and clearly communicate findings

Strong interpersonal skills - able to develop productive internal working relationships with colleagues at all levels

Teamwork - willingly with others towards the same goals and objectives

Communication skills - clear, concise and relevant in both the verbal and written form

Work under Pressure - able to work under pressure when required to meet deadlines

Time Management - able to priorities, plan ahead and achieve objectives within strict deadlines

Influencing - confident liaising with and influencing at all levels within the organization

Cultural Awareness - able to work within a diverse team and to engage all colleagues

Capable of intelligent debate - challenge colleagues in a constructive manner, communicate complexity clearly, avoid being abrasive or judgmental.

We offer an excellent package which includes:
A competitive salary

Transportation allowance

Medical and life insurance cover

Annual leave

Medical and life insurance cover

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus scheme

Annual flight allowance to point of origin

Employee Well-Being Programme - 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants

Atkins in the Middle East now employs around 2,000 staff serving Gulf clients across all market sectors from offices in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, Kuwait City, Manama, Muscat, Riyadh, and Sharjah.

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