Financial Analyst - Emirati Talent

JOB TITLE

Financial Planning \& Analysis (FP\&A) \| LifeStyle

ROLE SUMMARY

The Financial Analyst will support MAFL’s financial planning and performance management activities. The role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and well-structured ad hoc analysis that enables informed business decisions.

ROLE PROFILE

• Coordinate and support MAFL’s annual budgeting process, including assumptions, and variance reviews with stakeholder’s
• Prepare Quarterly forecasts and rolling outlooks in partnership with business and finance stakeholders.
• Support the development of MAFL’s strategic plan, translating business priorities into financial projections, scenarios, and performance targets.
• Analyze actual performance against budget, forecast, prior year, and strategic-plan targets; identify key drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Perform ad hoc financial analysis, scenario modelling, sensitivity analysis, and business-case evaluation to support decision-making.
• Maintain accurate planning and reporting data across SAP S/4HANA and HFM, including reconciliations
• Prepare concise, decision-oriented presentations for leadership review
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to gather inputs, challenge assumptions, and communicate financial insights
• Identify opportunities to improve FP\&A processes, reporting efficiency, and analytical quality

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting
• 1-3 years of relevant experience specifically in Financial Planning \& Analysis (FP\&A).
• Hands-on experience in budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and ad hoc analysis.
• Progress toward, or completion of, ACCA or CFA certification is preferred would be added advantage
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential, including financial modelling, formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Strong Microsoft PowerPoint skills are essential, with the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.
• Working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA and HFM.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight reporting deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and the confidence to challenge assumptions constructively.
• Collaborative approach with strong stakeholder-management skills.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.