Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Position Overview

The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager plays a pivotal role in driving financial transparency, strategic decision-making, and operational excellence within the organization. This position is responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and insightful financial reporting and analysis that provides clear visibility into business performance. By partnering closely with operational and functional stakeholders, the role supports management in making informed decisions through profitability analysis, cost management, and continuous process improvements. Additionally, the position will lead automation initiatives, particularly within Oracle EPM, to enhance efficiency and reduce manual interventions in financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting and Analysis: Lead and streamline the monthly reporting process to ensure timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting across all entities. Perform detailed Trial Balance (TB) reviews and validate financial transactions to maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial results.
• Profitability and Cost Management: Prepare monthly Profit & Loss statements with meaningful commentary and analysis. Develop and maintain cost center and department-level P&Ls to provide enhanced visibility into operational and functional performance. Conduct detailed overhead and cost analysis, including variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior periods to identify key performance drivers.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with operational and functional stakeholders to provide financial insights, support decision-making, and strengthen financial accountability. Coordinate closely with Group Finance and Entity finance teams to ensure consistency, alignment, and adherence to reporting standards.
• Management Reporting: Prepare and consolidate monthly management packs, including entity performance presentations and executive reporting. Ensure financial performance is presented clearly and actionably to leadership.
• Process Automation and Continuous Improvement: Support and lead automation and continuous improvement initiatives to simplify reporting processes and reduce manual interventions. Participate in the implementation and optimization of Oracle EPM, focusing on reporting automation, planning capabilities, and process enhancements.
• Intercompany and SLA Management: Manage SLA recharge methodologies and intercompany allocations to ensure transparency, consistency, and alignment with Group policies.
• Benchmarking and KPI Development: Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting and performance management by supporting benchmarking initiatives, KPI reporting, and the development of actionable business insights.
• Compliance and Governance: Ensure adherence to financial reporting standards, Group policies, and ethical guidelines. Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information and comply with cybersecurity policies to protect organizational systems.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or related roles, preferably within the healthcare sector or large organizations.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, is essential. Experience with financial systems and tools, including Oracle EPM, is highly desirable.
• Analytical and Communication Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and present insights clearly. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are required to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Stress Management: Ability to work under pressure and handle stressful situations efficiently and effectively.
• Language Proficiency: Excellent command of oral and written English is mandatory. Proficiency in Arabic is preferred.
• Certifications: Professional certifications such as SOCPA, CA, ACCA, ICAEW, or equivalent are highly valued.
• Compliance and Ethics: Commitment to upholding the organization’s code of conduct, policies, and ethical standards. Adherence to safety protocols and participation in continuous improvement initiatives are expected.

Organizational Commitments

As a member of the team, the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager is expected to contribute to the organization’s continuous improvement culture. This includes actively participating in initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, ensuring compliance with safety and cybersecurity protocols, and maintaining the highest standards of professional integrity and confidentiality.