Senior Budgeting Analyst (UAE National)

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Abu Dhabi Airports seeks a UAE National Senior Budgeting Analyst to own end-to-end planning and financial analysis in line with ADAC’s cash flow and plans, supporting budgeting forecasting governance and KPI linkage within the strategic performance framework. The role includes preparing budgets and forecasts, performing variance analysis, managing budgeting change, gathering proposals from divisions, and delivering insights for external discussions and the Investment Committee, while maintaining the Budgeting and Planning system. Requirements: bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, minimum four years in budgeting and planning, strong analytical and communication skills, high attention to detail and deadline discipline; UAE National status is essential. Apply with a CV that emphasizes end-to-end budgeting, KPI linkage, cross-functional collaboration, measurable results, and capex Opex and manpower planning.

The Senior Budgeting Analyst is responsible for executing the end-to-end planning and financial analysis processes in line with ADAC’s cash flow expectations and long-term financial plans for ADAC and its subsidiaries. The role supports budgeting, forecasting, performance reporting, and financial governance while ensuring alignment with ADAC’s strategic performance management framework.

Responsibilities

• Provide input towards budget preparation for the section/department.
• Support the achievement of departmental and sectional objectives and assist colleagues in achieving shared goals.
• Support the development of sectional/departmental objectives and plans in line with ADAC’s strategic performance management framework and scorecard.
• Maintain knowledge of new and existing KPI requirements and their linkage to corporate KPIs and the strategic performance framework.
• Prepare variance reports between approved budgets and actual spending, and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist in budgeting change management, including planning, administration, and re-allocation.
• Assist in preparing short-term financial forecasts for ADAC and its subsidiaries to support budget management and business growth.
• Gather and compile budget proposals from divisions/departments and review them for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with procedures and regulations.
• Assist in implementing and executing approved budget programs and new initiatives across revenue, Opex, manpower planning, and capex.
• Prepare analysis and recommendations for division/department heads on budget development and alignment with ADAC’s financial plans.
• Prepare supporting analysis and detailed reviews of financial forecasts and budgeted figures, including in-depth variance analysis.
• Prepare revenue, capex, Opex, and manpower budget documents for discussions with external stakeholders and incorporate feedback prior to final submission.
• Update user data security matrix information in the Budgeting & Planning system.
• Assist in preparing monthly performance reports and suggest improvements to financial budget management.
• Prepare analysis and reports to support funding feasibility reviews for the Investment Committee.
• Maintain awareness of and adherence to departmental policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the development of periodic reports as requested by section/department heads.
• Propose remedial actions to address quality or compliance issues identified during report reviews.
• Provide input into periodic audits of established policies and procedures.
• Identify and contribute to technology-related requirements to support automation within the function.
• Proactively pursue professional development opportunities aligned with ADA’s values.
• Participate in performance appraisals and act on feedback from line management.
• Perform ad-hoc tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Line Manager.

Requirements and Skills

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in budgeting and planning.
• Knowledge of accounting and statistics is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Ability to manage deadlines effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to manage ad-hoc tasks and changing priorities.