Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Business Planning (20%)

• Lead the development of annual and three-year business plans at both group and business unit level.
• Drive long-range strategic goal setting, scenario planning, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Define financial and operational KPIs to measure organizational performance.
• Provide senior management and the Board with timely insights and recommendations.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting (25%)

• Deliver monthly management reports on financial and operational performance.
• Oversee feasibility studies and integrated business case assessments.
• Review budgets, margins, variances, and costs; highlight key trends and required actions.
• Support senior leadership in Board presentations and decision-making processes.

Financial & Operational Management (25%)

• Establish planning processes and evaluation criteria to strengthen financial discipline.
• Conduct business modeling to assess risks and support investment decisions.
• Implement policies and procedures to improve consistency and governance.
• Actively identify and manage risks within the planning function.

Stakeholder Engagement (15%)

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal business units, external partners, and financial institutions.
• Support stakeholder communications with planning insights and presentations.

Team Leadership (15%)

• Develop and lead a high-performing planning team.
• Set clear objectives, manage performance, and foster talent development.
• Promote employee engagement and a collaborative working culture.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting; Master’s degree in Business or related field preferred.
• Professional certifications (ACCA, CPA, CFA) are advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in financial planning/strategy, with at least 5–7 years in a similar senior role within real estate or large-scale investment projects.
• Strong command of English.

Skills & Competencies:

• Expertise in corporate and real estate planning.
• Proficiency in building financial models and forecasts in complex environments.
• Knowledge of corporate law and specialized regulations related to real estate.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment and apply new technologies.
• Strategic mindset with integrity, ownership, and professionalism.