Head of FP&A

Location Abu Dhabi
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Georgia Leatherland

Contact email: georgia.leatherland@venturesearch.com
Job ref: 3327
Published: 13 days ago

Role: Head of FP&A/FP&A Manager
Location: Abu Dhabi

We are working with a prominent investment group that is seeking to appoint a Senior Finance Leader to oversee financial planning, performance analysis, and strategic decision support. The role will be focused on driving financial transformation, digitalisation, and long-term value creation across the portfolio.

The ideal candidate will bring deep FP&A expertise, strong commercial insight, and a passion for enabling smarter, faster business decisions through analytics and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities
▪ Lead the development and execution of Group-wide budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
▪ Champion digitalisation and innovation initiatives across the FP&A function.
▪ Prepare and present insightful financial analysis, executive dashboards, and performance reports to senior leadership and the Board.
▪ Collaborate closely with business units and subsidiaries to consolidate budgets, identify risks and opportunities, and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
▪ Evaluate investment opportunities with a critical and commercial lens.
▪ Establish and continuously improve FP&A processes, controls, and reporting mechanisms to drive efficiency and value-added insights.
▪ Actively support cash flow management and scenario analysis to assess the impact of business initiatives.
▪ Build and lead a high-performing FP&A team, providing mentorship, clear direction, and development opportunities.
▪ Represent the finance function on internal committees and cross-functional initiatives.
▪ Provide strategic input into corporate decision-making and risk mitigation efforts.
▪ Maintain strong awareness of how operating businesses function, enabling tailored and actionable financial guidance.
▪ Lead the preparation of Board/Committee materials and liaise with key internal and external stakeholders, including auditors.

Candidate Profile
▪ Qualified Chartered Accountant; CFA and/or MBA from a globally accredited institution is highly desirable
▪ 10–12+ years’ progressive experience in FP&A, IR, or related senior finance roles
▪Strong leadership skills, commercial mindset, and stakeholder management capabilities
▪ Proven ability to drive financial transformation and digitalisation initiatives
▪ Arabic fluency is highly desirable

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.