
Charterhouse
Are you a numbers person who loves digging into data, analysing trends, and helping leadership make smart, strategic decisions? Charterhouse is looking for a Financial Analyst (FP&A) to join their centralised finance & business support team in Dubai, UAE. You’ll be working closely with the Head of Finance, driving budgeting, performance reporting, and helping improve financial controls across the organisation.
About the Company
Charterhouse is an international recruitment & management consulting firm operating out of Dubai, known for placing high calibre professionals and helping global clients solve complex business challenges. This position serves with a central finance function for a service-oriented international client.
Job Overview
Field | Details |
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Location: | Dubai, UAE |
Job Type: | Full-Time, Permanent |
Department: | Finance / Business Support / FP&A |
Reports To: | Head of Finance |
Education: | Chartered Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CPA) or similar (MBA/CFA considered) |
Experience: | Minimum 5 years post-qualified in FP&A, financial reporting or commercial finance roles |
Nationality: | Any Nationality |
Salary: | AED 18,000-20,000 per month (inclusive) |
Gender: | Not specified |
Role – Financial Analyst, FP&A
You will own the planning, forecasting, and reporting process, providing deep insight and analysis to the management team. Central to your role is developing dashboards and financial tools, monitoring performance vs budget, controlling cost levers, helping manage cash flow, and supporting decision-making through scenario modelling.
Key Responsibilities
Lead budgeting, forecasting, and periodic financial reporting.
Develop and maintain management reporting packs with detailed analysis of variances, cost drivers, profit & loss, etc.
Own the design and implementation of dashboards and data tools to enhance visibility & decision-making.
Monitor and control cash flow, and support cashflow forecasting.
Perform scenario modelling & ad-hoc financial analysis as needed for projects or business decision support.
Collaborate with accounting & commercial teams to ensure alignment of cost, revenue, and financial data.
Maintain reporting policies & ensure consistency in financial reporting for both internal and external stakeholders.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CPA) or equivalent; additional qualifications like CFA/MBA are a plus.
At least 5 years of relevant FP&A / financial reporting / commercial finance experience.
Solid understanding of IFRS and financial accounting standards.
Advanced Excel skills; strong ability in financial modelling & scenario analysis.
Experience with MIS / dashboarding / data-driven reporting tools.
Strong communication & presentation skills. Ability to explain financial results, insights and recommendations clearly.
Detail-oriented, good organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines.
What We Offer
Salary in the range of AED 18,000-20,000 per month (inclusive of fixed allowances)
Stability and full-time position within a reputable international client via Charterhouse.
Exposure to central financial planning & analysis, dashboards, commercial finance functions.
Opportunity to influence decision-making and improve financial controls.
Location & Work Conditions
Based in Dubai, UAE. Office-based with possible collaboration/meetings with regional stakeholders.
Full-time working hours; may require extra work during forecasting / budgeting cycles or month-ends.
Growth & Career Path
Potential progression to Senior FP&A Analyst, Finance Manager, or Head of FP&A.
Broader exposure to strategy, business partnering, commercial finance leadership roles.
How to Apply
Apply via the GulfTalent listing for Financial Analyst, FP&A (Ref: #498876). Highlight your track record in financial reporting, budgeting & forecasting, dashboard/MIS reporting, scenario modelling, and any improvements you drove in cost control or cash flow.
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