34 Financial Planning jobs in Bahrain

The Financial Planning Analyst will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting to support strategic decision-making in the retail business. The role will involve close collaboration with cross-functional teams to monitor performance, improve processes, and provide actionable financial insights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, consolidate, and monitor budgets and forecasts across all retail operations.
• Perform variance analysis and provide recommendations to management for cost control and revenue enhancement.
• Develop financial models to support decision-making and evaluate business initiatives.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including KPIs, dashboards, and business performance analyses.
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, marketing, and other departments to gather relevant financial and operational data.
• Assist in process improvements, automation of reports, and financial planning efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with Bahrain financial regulations and support audit requirements.
• Provide financial insights to guide pricing, promotions, and strategic retail initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration.
• Professional certifications such as CFA, ACCA, CPA, or CMA are preferred.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or business analysis, preferably in retail

Job Type: Full-time

• Develop and manage the annual budgeting and long-term strategic planning processes.
• Oversee the creation and ongoing refinement of financial forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business objectives.
• Conduct in-depth variance analysis, identifying key drivers of financial performance and recommending corrective actions.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor business performance and provide insights to stakeholders.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for the executive team, board of directors, and other stakeholders.
• Partner with business unit leaders to understand their financial needs, provide analytical support, and drive financial discipline.
• Lead the implementation and optimization of financial planning and reporting systems (e.g., ERP, FP&A software).
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue enhancement through rigorous financial analysis.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing FP&A team.
• Stay informed about industry trends, economic conditions, and regulatory changes that may impact the company's financial performance.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Experience with financial systems and reporting tools (e.g., Hyperion, SAP, Oracle, Tableau).
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying business opportunities and challenges.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Leading the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with strategic goals.
• Developing long-range financial plans (3-5 year plans) and performing scenario analysis to assess potential business outcomes.
• Providing in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis, profitability analysis, and key performance indicator (KPI) tracking.
• Preparing comprehensive financial reports and presentations for the executive team, board of directors, and other stakeholders.
• Identifying key business drivers, trends, and risks, and translating them into actionable financial insights and recommendations.
• Collaborating with business unit leaders to understand their financial needs, develop departmental budgets, and monitor performance.
• Driving the continuous improvement of FP&A processes, systems, and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Mentoring and developing a high-performing FP&A team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment.
• Staying abreast of economic trends, industry best practices, and regulatory changes affecting financial planning.
• Supporting strategic initiatives, mergers, acquisitions, and other special projects with financial analysis and modeling.

• Lead the annual budgeting and long-range planning processes for the organization.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support forecasting, scenario analysis, and strategic initiatives.
• Conduct in-depth variance analysis, identifying key business drivers and performance trends.
• Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to support executive decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare and present financial reports, forecasts, and board materials to senior management.
• Collaborate with business unit leaders to understand their financial needs and provide strategic support.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue enhancement.
• Oversee the preparation of management reporting packages.
• Mentor and develop the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, economic conditions, and regulatory changes affecting financial performance.
• Drive process improvements within the FP&A function.
• Partner with accounting and treasury teams to ensure alignment on financial reporting and management.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or CPA/CMA designation strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably within the financial services sector.
• Proven expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to manage and mentor a team.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, Anaplan) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote environment.
• A strategic mindset with a focus on driving business value.