Job Title: Financial Data Analyst Location: Dubai Nationality: Any Gender: AnyAbout the Role The Financial Data Analyst will transform financial and operational data into actionable insights that support project evaluation, construction cost control, and strategic decision-making. The role requires advanced analytical skills, strong financial modeling expertise, and hands-on experience in the real estate and construction sectors. Key Responsibilities1. Financial Analysis & Modeling Develop comprehensive financial models for real estate development projects and construction budgets. Conduct IRR, NPV, cash flow, and sensitivity analyses for new and ongoing projects. Perform variance analysis of budget vs. actual performance across projects and business units.2. Data Analytics & Reporting Collect, clean, and analyze datasets from ERP systems, project management tools, and financial databases. Design and maintain BI dashboards and reports using Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports covering cost tracking, financial performance, and revenue trends.3. Project & Cost Performance Monitor project cost structures, WIP (Work in Progress), contractor invoices, and procurement spend. Analyze construction material pricing and labor cost trends for forecasting and budgeting. Provide insights on project profitability, budget risks, and cost optimization opportunities.4. Market & Industry Insights Track real estate and construction market trends including pricing, supply-demand dynamics, and regulatory updates. Conduct benchmarking studies on construction costs and market pricing strategies. Support management with market intelligence reports for strategic initiatives.5. Systems, Compliance & Process Improvement Ensure data accuracy and integrity across financial and project management systems. Support internal and external audits through accurate reporting and documentation. Automate repetitive reporting tasks and improve analytics processes for efficiency. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics, or related fields. Professional certifications preferred: CFA, CMA, ACCA, or equivalent.5–7 years of experience in financial analysis and data analytics within Dubai real estate and/or construction industry. Strong understanding of real estate development cycles, construction cost structures, and Dubaimarket norms. Experience with ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, Yardi, or similar. Proficiency in BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Qlik) and advanced Excel. Industries Real Estate Development Construction Property/Asset Management Job Functions Financial Analysis & Modeling Data Analytics & Reporting Project & Cost Control Analytics