Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

Job Purpose Summary:

Lead the company's financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management for a real estate business. The Head of FP&A provides high-quality financial insights and decision support across property operations and development activities, including cash flow planning, investment analysis, scenario modeling, and management reporting to enable disciplined growth, profitability, and capital allocation.

Detailed R&R:

• Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning:
  • Lead the annual budget process and periodic re-forecasts across the city (leasing/ property operations) and development/ projects, as applicable.
  • Build an integrated financial model covering P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow with key business drivers.
  • Develop planning templates, assumptions, and calendars; ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
• Performance Reporting & Management Insights:
  • Prepare monthly management reports and dashboards: revenue, NOI, occupancy, leasing performance, service charges, OPEX, CAPEX, and project spend.
  • Provide variance analysis (budget vs actual, forecast vs actual) with clear commentary and actionable recommendations.
  • Establish and track operational KPIs: occupancy, rental yield, arrears/collections trends (in coordination with AR), cost per sqm, facilities costs, and project cost-to-complete.
• Cash Flow Planning & Working Capital Analytics:
  • Maintain a rolling cash flow forecast (weekly/monthly) and ensure visibility of liquidity needs and funding requirements, in coordination with the Head of Cash Management.
  • Monitor working capital performance (receivables, payables, advances, deposits) and highlight risks and corrective actions.
  • Support payment prioritization and cash planning discussions with Finance Director.
• Real Estate Investment & Feasibility Analysis:
  • Develop investment appraisals and feasibility models for acquisitions, developments, refurbishments, and new initiatives.
  • Perform scenario/sensitivity analysis (occupancy, rental rates, capex, financing costs, timelines) and present conclusions to management.
  • Support valuation inputs and performance monitoring of investment cases vs actual outcomes.
• CAPEX & Project Financial Tracking (as applicable):
  • Track CAPEX budgets, commitments, and spend; monitor variances and forecast cost-to-complete.
  • Support project governance by preparing financial packs for approvals (business cases, ROI/IRR, payback, NPV).
  • Coordinate with Projects/Engineering/Procurement to validate assumptions and spending plans.
• Data, Systems & Reporting Automation:
  • Enhance FP&A reporting through automation and improved data structures (ERP, BI tools, Excel models).
  • Improve data quality and create a 'single source of truth' for financial and operational performance data.
  • Maintain FP&A model governance: version control, assumption libraries, and documentation.
• Stakeholder Management & Business Partnering:
  • Partner with Leasing, Property Management/Facilities, Projects/Development, and Procurement to understand drivers and challenge assumptions.
  • Support Finance Director with board/management presentations, funding requests, and strategic decision packs.
  • Provide ad-hoc analysis as required (pricing decisions, lease terms,
  • vendor costs, scenario planning).

Skills:

• Technical / Functional Skills:
  • Strong expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Advanced financial modeling and scenario analysis.
  • Deep understanding of financial statements and performance metrics.
  • Experience in real estate financial analysis (NOI, occupancy impact, CAPEX).
  • Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., Odoo) and financial reporting tools.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.
• Professional Skills:
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
  • Leadership and team management capabilities.
  • Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.
  • Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills.
  • High level of accuracy, accountability, and financial discipline.
  • Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Education & Professional Certificates

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• MBA or Master's degree in Finance or related field is preferred.

Certificates:

Preferred Certifications include:

• CMA (Certified Management Accountant).
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant).
• ACCA (Certified Public Accountant).
• CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst).

Computer Literacy:

• Advanced computer skills.
• Proficiency in:
  • MS Excel (advanced financial modeling).
  • ERP systems (e.g., Odoo).
  • Financial reporting and BI tools (Power BI or similar).

Languages:

English fluent.

Arabic is preferred.

Experience

• 12+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or corporate finance roles.
• Minimum 3–5 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Experience in real estate, asset management, or investment environments is strongly preferred.