Assistant Manager – Budget & Control Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
We are seeking a highly motivated Assistant Manager – Budget & Control to support the planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial control activities across our real estate development portfolio. The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing operating and development budgets, monitoring financial performance, analyzing variances, and supporting the preparation of long-term business plans to enable informed decision-making Key Responsibilities Budgeting & Planning Support the preparation of annual operating and development budgets in coordination with business units and project teams Assist in developing and maintaining 5-year business plans and projected financial statements Coordinate budget submissions, reviews, and consolidations in line with company policies and timelines Ensure budget assumptions are accurate, realistic, and aligned with business objectives Financial Analysis & Reporting Perform monthly budget versus actual variance analysis and investigate key deviations Monitor operational and financial performance and provide insights on budgetary risks and opportunities Prepare monthly management reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management Support the preparation of periodic and ad-hoc financial reports and analyses Financial Models & System Maintain and enhance budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis models Support improvements to budgeting and reporting processes, tools, and systems Assist in the development and enhancement of ERP-based reporting and budget control frameworks Policies & Control Support the implementation and continuous improvement of budgeting and financial control policies, procedures, and templates Ensure adherence to internal controls and financial governance standards. Contribute to improving reporting accuracy, efficiency, and transparency across the organization Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field Professional qualification such as MBA, CFA, CMA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is preferred4–6 years of experience in Finance, Accounting, or FP&A, including at least 3 years in Financial Planning & Analysis Mandatory experience within a UAE real estate developer company Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and business planning. Experience working with ERP systems and advanced financial reporting tools Skills & Competencies Strong analytical and financial modeling skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power Point Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills High attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Team-oriented with a proactive and results-driven approach
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