Financial Planning And Analysis Senior Manager

Job description / Role

About PwC

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 12,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 370,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.

Job description & summary

At PwC, our people in finance focus on providing financial advice and strategic guidance to clients, helping them optimise their financial performance and make informed business decisions. These individuals handle financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
In financial operations at PwC, you will focus on managing financial processes and confirming compliance with regulations. You will handle tasks such as financial reporting, budgeting, and risk management.

Key responsibilities:

• Financial planning: Lead the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
• Analysis & reporting: Develop, analyze, and present financial reports to senior management, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Strategic support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate new business initiatives, capital investments, and operational efficiencies.
• Performance monitoring: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess business performance and drive accountability.
• Team leadership: Mentor and develop FP&A team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Process improvement: Identify and implement best practices to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of FP&A processes.
• Stakeholder engagement: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing financial insights and strategic recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or relevant professional certification (CFA, CPA) preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in FP&A, finance, or a related field, with a minimum of 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Proficient in financial modeling and advanced Excel skills; experience with financial software and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven leadership abilities and experience in managing and developing teams.