FP&A Manager - Financial Planning and Analysis
Posted date [2026-09-22]
(ID: 52248)
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Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim is one of the most progressive regional family business houses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. |
Job Description and Requirements
FP&A Manager - Financial Planning and AnalysisJob Snapshot
Role: FP&A Manager
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Real Estate
Function: Financial Planning-Advising
Experience: 3-5 years of experience in a similar role
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Al-Futtaim Real Estate is hiring an FP&A Manager in Dubai, UAE to support financial planning, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis for regional operations. Working within the Contracting division, the role provides financial insights that help senior leadership evaluate business performance and make informed decisions.
The FP&A Manager will collaborate with business and functional leaders, Group Finance, Treasury, HR, and other stakeholders to prepare management reports, develop budgets and forecasts, analyse financial variances, monitor cash flow, and improve reporting processes through automation and AI-enabled tools.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Real Estate
Function: Financial Planning-Advising
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement:
On-site
Monthly Management Reporting
* Extract financial information from multiple sources and prepare monthly Flash Performance Reports for SBU and Sub-SBU stakeholders.
* Support preparation of monthly and quarterly Financial and Business Review packs for senior leadership within the Contracting division and Group Finance.
* Gather collection and payment information from the respective businesses.
* Manage monthly cash flow uploads into Anaplan.
* Respond to ad-hoc reporting requirements from Group Finance and Al-Futtaim Contracting management.
* Present financial information in a clear format that supports performance reviews and business decisions.
Budget and Forecasts
* Work with business and functional heads to develop the annual budget and three-year financial plan.
* Ensure budget and planning information is uploaded into SAP Analytics Cloud within required timelines.
* Support the FP&A lead in consolidating quarterly forecasts.
* Ensure forecasts align with Group guidelines before submission through SAP Analytics Cloud.
* Communicate final budget and forecast profit and loss information to relevant SBU stakeholders.
* Monitor financial progress and highlight indicators of lagging revenue or cost overruns.
Financial Analysis
* Conduct monthly variance analysis across each line of business.
* Investigate material financial movements and recommend adjustments where appropriate.
* Analyse overhead expenditure at general ledger level to identify anomalies and unbudgeted spending.
* Develop an understanding of business operations and project performance to identify areas of over or under spending.
* Translate financial data into practical insights for management and business stakeholders.
Business Support
The FP&A Manager will participate in monthly cash forecast meetings with business teams and Group Treasury, following through on observations within defined timelines. The role also supports HR through monthly manpower cost reporting and related analysis while working with the wider Finance team to meet Group reporting requirements.
The position requires regular interaction with multiple stakeholders, making professional communication, prioritisation, and the ability to manage competing reporting deadlines important to successful performance.
AI and Automation
* Identify financial processes suitable for automation to improve efficiency and optimise costs.
* Participate in Group-led AI training initiatives.
* Apply relevant AI and automation capabilities to day-to-day FP&A activities.
* Support improvements to recurring reporting and analytical processes where automation can provide measurable value.
Required Skills
* Strong financial analysis and problem-solving capability.
* Detail-oriented approach to financial reporting and performance analysis.
* Advanced working ability with Microsoft Excel, including financial modelling.
* Strong PowerPoint presentation skills.
* Professional communication and interpersonal skills.
* Effective stakeholder management capability.
* Ability to manage priorities and reporting deadlines.
* Adaptability and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
* Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting.
What Qualifies You for the Role
* Professional Finance or Accounting qualification such as CA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent.
* 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.
* Contracting industry experience is preferred.
* Experience with ERP financial software such as SAP is advantageous.
* Exposure to SAP Analytics Cloud is advantageous.
* Regional work experience is considered an advantage.
About Al-Futtaim Real Estate
Al-Futtaim Real Estate is part of Al-Futtaim and has more than six decades of experience in real estate and asset management. Its portfolio spans residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, healthcare, infrastructure, education, and other asset types across the MENA region, including developments such as Dubai Festival City and Cairo Festival City.
The business is also responsible for Al-Futtaim Contracting, an integrated specialist division delivering construction, engineering, technology, and facilities management solutions across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Egypt.
Monthly Management Reporting
* Extract financial information from multiple sources and prepare monthly Flash Performance Reports for SBU and Sub-SBU stakeholders.
* Support preparation of monthly and quarterly Financial and Business Review packs for senior leadership within the Contracting division and Group Finance.
* Gather collection and payment information from the respective businesses.
* Manage monthly cash flow uploads into Anaplan.
* Respond to ad-hoc reporting requirements from Group Finance and Al-Futtaim Contracting management.
* Present financial information in a clear format that supports performance reviews and business decisions.
Budget and Forecasts
* Work with business and functional heads to develop the annual budget and three-year financial plan.
* Ensure budget and planning information is uploaded into SAP Analytics Cloud within required timelines.
* Support the FP&A lead in consolidating quarterly forecasts.
* Ensure forecasts align with Group guidelines before submission through SAP Analytics Cloud.
* Communicate final budget and forecast profit and loss information to relevant SBU stakeholders.
* Monitor financial progress and highlight indicators of lagging revenue or cost overruns.
Financial Analysis
* Conduct monthly variance analysis across each line of business.
* Investigate material financial movements and recommend adjustments where appropriate.
* Analyse overhead expenditure at general ledger level to identify anomalies and unbudgeted spending.
* Develop an understanding of business operations and project performance to identify areas of over or under spending.
* Translate financial data into practical insights for management and business stakeholders.
Business Support
The FP&A Manager will participate in monthly cash forecast meetings with business teams and Group Treasury, following through on observations within defined timelines. The role also supports HR through monthly manpower cost reporting and related analysis while working with the wider Finance team to meet Group reporting requirements.
The position requires regular interaction with multiple stakeholders, making professional communication, prioritisation, and the ability to manage competing reporting deadlines important to successful performance.
AI and Automation
* Identify financial processes suitable for automation to improve efficiency and optimise costs.
* Participate in Group-led AI training initiatives.
* Apply relevant AI and automation capabilities to day-to-day FP&A activities.
* Support improvements to recurring reporting and analytical processes where automation can provide measurable value.
Required Skills
* Strong financial analysis and problem-solving capability.
* Detail-oriented approach to financial reporting and performance analysis.
* Advanced working ability with Microsoft Excel, including financial modelling.
* Strong PowerPoint presentation skills.
* Professional communication and interpersonal skills.
* Effective stakeholder management capability.
* Ability to manage priorities and reporting deadlines.
* Adaptability and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
* Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting.
What Qualifies You for the Role
* Professional Finance or Accounting qualification such as CA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent.
* 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.
* Contracting industry experience is preferred.
* Experience with ERP financial software such as SAP is advantageous.
* Exposure to SAP Analytics Cloud is advantageous.
* Regional work experience is considered an advantage.
About Al-Futtaim Real Estate
Al-Futtaim Real Estate is part of Al-Futtaim and has more than six decades of experience in real estate and asset management. Its portfolio spans residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, healthcare, infrastructure, education, and other asset types across the MENA region, including developments such as Dubai Festival City and Cairo Festival City.
The business is also responsible for Al-Futtaim Contracting, an integrated specialist division delivering construction, engineering, technology, and facilities management solutions across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Egypt.
