Director - Financial Planning & Analysis/MIS - CA/IIM/ISB/MDI/FMS/Ivy League

Director - FP&A and MIS

Location : Dubai, UAE

Experience: 10+ Years

Education : MBA (Full-Time) from a Tier 1 College or Chartered Accountant (CA)

About the Role :

We are seeking a seasoned Director - FP&A and MIS to lead financial planning and analysis for a business of at least $1 billion. The ideal candidate will drive strategic financial decision-making, enhance financial reporting capabilities, and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities :

Financial Planning & Analysis :

1. Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes.
2. Analyze financial trends and provide recommendations to improve financial performance.
3. Ensure alignment of financial strategies with organizational goals.

Management Information Systems (MIS) :

1. Develop and manage comprehensive MIS frameworks to provide accurate, timely, and actionable financial reports.
2. Implement advanced reporting tools and dashboards for data visualization.
3. Collaborate with IT teams to optimize MIS processes and systems.

Business Partnering :

1. Partner with senior leadership to provide financial insights for strategic decisions.
2. Collaborate across departments to understand business drivers and their financial impact.

Performance Monitoring :

1. Monitor KPIs, financial metrics, and variance analyses to track business performance.
2. Design and implement robust financial models to evaluate business scenarios.

Compliance & Risk Management :

1. Ensure adherence to financial regulations and compliance standards.
2. Identify and mitigate financial risks.

Team Leadership :

1. Build and lead a high-performing FP&A and MIS team.
2. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.

Qualifications & Skills :

Education: MBA (Full-Time) from a Tier 1 college or Chartered Accountant (CA).

Experience:

1. Minimum of 10+ years in Financial Planning & Analysis and MIS.
2. Proven experience in managing financial operations for businesses with revenues exceeding $1 billion.

Technical Expertise:

1. Strong knowledge of financial modeling, forecasting, and data analysis tools.
2. Proficiency in ERP systems, MIS tools, and advanced Excel.

Leadership Skills:

1. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.
2. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Business Acumen:

1. Deep understanding of financial regulations, market trends, and business strategy.
2. Ability to provide strategic insights and drive value creation.

Preferred Attributes:

1. Experience working in global or multicultural organizations.
2. Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail.
3. Proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.