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Budget Analyst

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Senior Budget Analyst

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Budget Analyst to lead the budgeting and forecasting processes, provide financial insights, and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing and analyzing budget reports, identifying financial trends, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. This role requires strong financial modeling skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the preparation, consolidation, and review of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts

  • Monitor actual performance against budgets and prepare variance analysis reports

  • Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business planning and cost control

  • Collaborate with department heads to gather input and ensure budget alignment with operational goals

  • Develop financial models and scenario analyses to evaluate business initiatives

  • Support the month-end and year-end closing processes with accurate budget data

  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements

  • Prepare management reports, dashboards, and executive summaries

  • Continuously improve budgeting tools, processes, and reporting standards

  • Provide training and support to junior analysts or team members as needed

Key Focus Areas

  • Budget planning and forecasting

  • Variance analysis and performance tracking

  • Financial modeling and scenario analysis

  • Cross-functional collaboration

  • Strategic financial planning

  • Budgetary compliance and reporting

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master’s is a plus)

  • Professional certification such as CMA, CPA, CFA is preferred

  • Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, or FP&A roles

  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling tools

  • Experience with ERP and budgeting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Hyperion)

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

  • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial planning processes

Job Detail
  • Work Type: Full Time
  • Languages to be known : English
  • Country: United Arab Emirates
  • City:
  • Job Category : Finance and Accounting