Financial Planning Analyst

Financial Planning Analyst

On-site Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates CXG

Description

We are growing! We are currently looking to hire a Financial Planner for our office in Dubai where you will be based.

Who we are:

Founded in 2006, our story started with two entrepreneurs. Today, we’re proud to be a global business. From Shanghai to Paris, we have 12 offices and operate across four continents in 70 countries. We are home to over 160 professionals from around the world, working together to serve more than 200 luxury clients.
At CXG, we love to evolve, elevate, and transform experiences while bringing brand promises to life. We offer strategic solutions that impact performance and elevate the customer experience of some of the world’s most iconic premium and luxury brands.
What you will be doing :
In this role, you will be spear-heading the Group’s financial quarterly forecast, annual budgeting process, operating plan variance analysis and special projects. You will provide financial consulting and strategic support to senior management including preparing board presentations, financial presentations, capital expenditure analysis, new business opportunities, acquisition analysis and other projects requested by senior management. This function acts as the analytical engine of the company to provide insights and support ‘optimal’ business decision making.
Reporting to FP&A Manager, your main accountabilities will include:
Analyze current / past trends in key performance indicators including all areas of revenue, cost of sales, expenses and capital expenditures Monitor performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected variance Oversee / manage continued development of Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Operating Plan and Modeling tools Ad-Hoc Reporting and Analysis Quarterly and Monthly Financial reports Implement and work with a Business Intelligence Tool and Dashboard reports Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives Analyze complex financial information and reports to provide accurate and timely financial recommendations to management for decision making purposes Supporting Senior Management Team and Business Unit heads with in-depth analysis Prepare presentations to Board of Directors and Senior Management Team

Requirements

What you will bring along:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA highly preferred, CMA or CIMA qualified is a plus. 3+ years’ experience as a key contributor of Financial Planning and Analysis ideally in multinational companies Strong analytical skills with highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized. Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills. Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to think creatively, highly-driven and self-motivated * Flexible, motivated by Start-up company culture, demonstrated ability to roll-up sleeves and work with team members