Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially driven Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to join our Group Finance team based in Sharjah.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified finance professional with strong business acumen, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to translate financial data into meaningful insights that support strategic decision-making.

This position plays a pivotal role in leading FP&A activities across the MENA region, working closely with senior stakeholders to drive financial discipline, planning, and performance improvement.

Requirements:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar FP&A role, ideally within a professional services environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Experience in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting
• Proficiency in financial systems and ERP tools
• Experience using Power BI
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Knowledge of accounting principles and IFRS standards
• Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented, with a collaborative approach

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor the FP&A team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and performance
• Partner with Finance leadership to develop short, medium, and long-term financial plans
• Prepare and analyse monthly management reports, including billing, collections, and cash flow
• Monitor financial performance, analyse variances, and highlight risks and opportunities
• Develop financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and investment decisions
• Prepare business cases to support strategic initiatives and investments
• Deliver competitor analysis, market insights, and performance commentary
• Support KPI development, scorecards, and performance tracking tools
• Utilise Power BI to generate actionable insights and reporting dashboards
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of reporting in line with firm policies and standards
• Support ad hoc analysis and participate in special projects

Diversity Equity & Inclusion 

Essential to our success as a Professional Organization is our ability to attract and retain the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are committed to a work environment where everyone can reach their potential, and we have an inclusive culture which respects individual differences. 

We undertake and support a number of internal and external initiatives aimed at increasing diversity within the profession and we encourage all our partners and staff to get involved. 

Al Tamimi & Company is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and support those in the workplace who have a disability. 

If you are interested in this role, click apply now to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. 

Please note that due to the high number of applications received on job postings, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

*Applications submitted via recruitment agencies will not be considered. 

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• Financial analysis 
• Budgeting and forecasting 
• Cashflow reporting 
• Monthly management reporting
• Performance and profitability analysis 
• Elite/3E systems experience 
• Excellent English communication skills 
• Qualified Accounting professional holding ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent.