Senior Financial Planning & Analyst

Dubai, DU, AE, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Job Overview



We are looking for a results-driven

Senior FP&A Analyst

to build and lead the end-to-end Financial Planning & Analysis function for our growing F&B business. This role will drive budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting, while partnering closely with cross-functional teams to support strategic and operational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities



Build and implement FP&A frameworks and processes from scratch Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecast cycles across all departments Prepare monthly budget vs. actual variance analysis with clear insights Partner with operations, procurement, HR, and brand teams on financial planning Develop financial models for brands, outlets, and support functions Prepare management reports, dashboards, and performance packs Upload, manage, and maintain budgets and forecasts in ERP systems Analyze food cost, labor cost, and operating expenses to improve profitability Support pricing, cost control, and margin improvement initiatives Conduct scenario analysis and what-if modeling for strategic decisions Ensure governance, documentation, and audit support for FP&A processes

Qualifications & Requirements



Education



Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Experience



6-10 years of FP&A experience Prior experience in F&B, hospitality, or retail preferred Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

Technical Skills



Advanced Excel (financial models, Pivot Tables, Power Query) ERP budgeting and reporting experience MS 365 tools including Power BI and PowerPoint Strong understanding of F&B cost structures

Soft Skills



Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to work independently with multiple departments Analytical mindset with high attention to detail Ability to translate financial data for non-finance teams

Certifications



CMA, CPA, ACCA or similar certifications are an advantage
Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

Have you independently prepared annual budgets and rolling forecasts? Do you have hands-on experience uploading and managing budgets in an ERP system? If yes, which ERP have you used? Which Microsoft tools do you use on a daily basis for financial analysis and reporting? * What is your current salary and expected salary ?

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2256728
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, DU, AE, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
    Not mentioned