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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. |
Financial Planning Analyst
Job Overview:
Al-Futtaim Group is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Planning Analyst to support strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, monthly financial closing, and reporting across all operating markets (MENA & SEA) for the Al Futtaim Retail Division. The role involves preparing strategic financial plans, generating financial reports, analyzing performance variances, and supporting business decisions through financial insights.
Job Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Industry: Retail
Job Function: Financial Planning and Analysis
Salary: Competitive with performance-based incentives and benefits package
Gender: Any
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Prepare strategic financial plans, annual budgets (zero-based), and quarterly forecasts in coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
- Develop action plans to deliver the financial plan, budget, and forecasts effectively.
- Upload financial plans, budgets, and forecasts into relevant systems, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Prepare detailed presentations for Retail and Group Leadership, communicating financial performance and strategic initiatives.
MIS and Financial Reporting:
- Generate regular operational and financial performance reports for relevant stakeholders, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
- Conduct comprehensive variance analysis between budget, actual performance, and prior year figures, identifying trends and insights.
- Suggest actionable improvement plans based on financial analysis to enhance business performance.
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic business decisions.
- Enhance automation and process efficiency in financial reporting and data management.
Anaplan Management:
- Upload budgets and forecasts using Anaplan, ensuring data integrity and consistency.
- Develop reports and interactive dashboards using Anaplan for effective decision-making.
- Collaborate with the finance team to improve financial data visualization and reporting capabilities.
Financial Reconciliation and Analysis:
- Perform financial reconciliation across all operating markets, including MENA and SEA regions.
- Analyze financial discrepancies and work with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and consistent financial data flow.
- Communicate complex financial concepts clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders.
- Build strong relationships with business units to understand financial requirements and provide relevant insights.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Professional certification (CA/CMA/CFA/CPA) in process or completed is a plus.
Experience:
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, financial/management reporting, and taxation.
- Prior work experience in the retail sector and familiarity with Middle East and Southeast Asia markets is highly desirable.
- Strong working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint, with proficiency in other MS Office packages.
- Experience with financial systems such as SAP ERP, BPC, and/or Anaplan is required.
- Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, variance analysis, and strategic financial planning.
Skills:
- Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
- Business acumen with the ability to understand and interpret complex financial data.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to provide actionable insights.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development within Al-Futtaim Group.
- Exposure to strategic financial planning and high-level decision-making processes.
- Dynamic and innovative work environment fostering continuous learning and collaboration.
- Comprehensive health insurance and a supportive work-life balance.
About the company
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Structured into five operating divisions: automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare, Al-Futtaim Group employs over 35,000 people across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.
Partnering with over 200 of the world’s most admired and innovative brands, Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enable the organization to grow and expand while responding to the changing needs of customers.
By upholding its values of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity, Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of its customers every day.
Job Overview:
Al-Futtaim Group is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Planning Analyst to support strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, monthly financial closing, and reporting across all operating markets (MENA & SEA) for the Al Futtaim Retail Division. The role involves preparing strategic financial plans, generating financial reports, analyzing performance variances, and supporting business decisions through financial insights.
Job Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Industry: Retail
Job Function: Financial Planning and Analysis
Salary: Competitive with performance-based incentives and benefits package
Gender: Any
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting:
- Prepare strategic financial plans, annual budgets (zero-based), and quarterly forecasts in coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
- Develop action plans to deliver the financial plan, budget, and forecasts effectively.
- Upload financial plans, budgets, and forecasts into relevant systems, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Prepare detailed presentations for Retail and Group Leadership, communicating financial performance and strategic initiatives.
MIS and Financial Reporting:
- Generate regular operational and financial performance reports for relevant stakeholders, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
- Conduct comprehensive variance analysis between budget, actual performance, and prior year figures, identifying trends and insights.
- Suggest actionable improvement plans based on financial analysis to enhance business performance.
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic business decisions.
- Enhance automation and process efficiency in financial reporting and data management.
Anaplan Management:
- Upload budgets and forecasts using Anaplan, ensuring data integrity and consistency.
- Develop reports and interactive dashboards using Anaplan for effective decision-making.
- Collaborate with the finance team to improve financial data visualization and reporting capabilities.
Financial Reconciliation and Analysis:
- Perform financial reconciliation across all operating markets, including MENA and SEA regions.
- Analyze financial discrepancies and work with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and consistent financial data flow.
- Communicate complex financial concepts clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders.
- Build strong relationships with business units to understand financial requirements and provide relevant insights.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Professional certification (CA/CMA/CFA/CPA) in process or completed is a plus.
Experience:
- Minimum 2-3 years of experience in financial planning, budgeting, financial/management reporting, and taxation.
- Prior work experience in the retail sector and familiarity with Middle East and Southeast Asia markets is highly desirable.
- Strong working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint, with proficiency in other MS Office packages.
- Experience with financial systems such as SAP ERP, BPC, and/or Anaplan is required.
- Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, variance analysis, and strategic financial planning.
Skills:
- Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
- Business acumen with the ability to understand and interpret complex financial data.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to provide actionable insights.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development within Al-Futtaim Group.
- Exposure to strategic financial planning and high-level decision-making processes.
- Dynamic and innovative work environment fostering continuous learning and collaboration.
- Comprehensive health insurance and a supportive work-life balance.
About the company
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Structured into five operating divisions: automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare, Al-Futtaim Group employs over 35,000 people across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.
Partnering with over 200 of the world’s most admired and innovative brands, Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enable the organization to grow and expand while responding to the changing needs of customers.
By upholding its values of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity, Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of its customers every day.
