Senior Financial Business Analyst

Job description / Role

Job description

WSP in the Middle East is currently seeking a Senior Financial Business Analyst to join our team in Sharjah, UAE.

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced professional with a strong background in project accounting and project finance. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing financial insights, supporting project performance, and driving strategic decision-making across our business.

As a Senior Financial Business Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, business planning, and operational efficiency. You will work closely with leadership, project directors, and the broader finance team to deliver data-driven insights, develop financial models, and provide strategic recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to project leaders, providing expert financial guidance throughout the entire project lifecycle, from initial prospecting to project closeout.
• Support projects based in the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and potentially other locations within the GCC, with occasional travel required.
• Support the technical business in achieving strong commercial outcomes across the Middle East by providing financial and operational guidance.
• Ensure transparent performance, improved profitability, optimized working capital, and risk mitigation.
• Work closely with business unit leaders on P&L, budgets, and forecasts to align with business goals.
• Oversee month-end revenue recognition and provide cost-to-complete support to project leaders for accurate forecasting and resource allocation.
• Participate in project reviews, highlight financial risks (e.g., EAC), and ensure timely actions.
• Manage working capital and DSO in line with company policies.
• Deliver ad-hoc reports, approve sub-consultant invoices, and regularly coordinate with the GCC Resource Center in India.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in a commercial environment with a strong track record in project finance, bid management, or financial management, preferably in the infrastructure, construction, or consultancy sectors.
• Strong knowledge of the Middle East market, particularly in the engineering, construction, and consulting industries.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (including complex data analysis and modeling), as well as Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Hands-on experience with financial and project management systems such as Agresso and Oracle.

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