Job Description

Company Description

Arabian Ethicals was established in 1977 to service the pharmaceutical industry as an agent for the management, storage, and distribution of manufacturers' brands to both the private and governmental sectors.


Today, Arabian Ethicals has grown into one of the leading healthcare distributors in UAE, distributing 50 brands across its pharmaceutical core business, animal health, and consumer division.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented FP&A and Treasury Analyst to join our finance team in the UAE. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Finance Manager in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow & funding management and strategic financial analysis. This role is pivotal in driving data-informed decisions, ensuring optimal liquidity, and supporting business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial models. Prepare management reports and variance analysis (Principals/ Customer and by Channel / Category) Perform in-depth financial analysis, including profitability, cost trends, and KPI monitoring. Perform Break -Even Analysis and Cost - Volume / Profit analysis Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to support investment and project evaluations. Support business cases and ROI analysis for new initiatives and capital expenditure.

Treasury & Cash Management:

Work along with the accounting team to manage daily cash positioning and liquidity planning (funding / placements) to meet business requirements. Monitor bank balances, cash forecasts, and fund movements across multiple accounts. Maintain and manage relationships with banks and financial institutions. Assist in the preparation and negotiation of banking facilities, loan agreements, and FX exposure management.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Professional certification & / or FMVA preferred). 2-3 years of experience in FP&A or corporate finance roles, preferably in the UAE/GCC region. Experience in the consumer / FMCG & distribution business is an advantage.

Additional Information

Skills & Competencies:

Strong financial modelling and Excel skills (including dashboards, pivot tables, sensitivity analysis). Proficiency with financial reporting tools (PBI). Experience with VBA and Python is an advantage. Familiarity with banking portals. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. * High attention to detail and integrity in handling financial data.