Company Description 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
Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Professional certification & / or FMVA preferred).
23 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.