FP&A Analyst – Finance Planning & Analysis

About the role

BEAM is seeking an FP&A Analyst to join its Finance team in Sharjah. You will play a pivotal role in supporting financial planning, performance analysis and strategic decision‑making across its education businesses.

Key responsibilities

• Support the preparation of the Annual Budget and Business Plan for all education entities.
• Analyse business performance, forecasts and key financial drivers, delivering actionable insights to senior leaders.
• Challenge planning assumptions and ensure accurate forecasting.
• Develop financial models, scenario and sensitivity analyses to underpin business cases and investment decisions.
• Prepare management reports, dashboards and ad‑hoc analysis using Excel and BI tools.
• Identify process improvement opportunities, cost‑reduction initiatives and ways to enhance financial performance.
• Partner with Finance and business teams to translate data into clear recommendations.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance.
• CFA Level 1 certification (mandatory) with progress towards full CFA qualification considered an advantage.
• 2–4 years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, investment banking, private equity, consulting or a similar analytical environment.
• Strong commercial acumen, analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder‑management skills.

Required skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel (financial modelling, scenario analysis, data analysis).
• Experience with BI/reporting tools.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders in a forward‑thinking education group.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of schools and a culture built on excellence, innovation and values.