Fp&a Manager

**Job Summary**:
The Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Manager will play a critical role in driving financial performance, providing strategic insights, and supporting decision-making processes for the real estate development company. This position is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling to support both short-term and long-term planning objectives. The FP&A Manager will collaborate closely with senior management and project teams to ensure optimal allocation of resources and achievement of financial goals.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Financial Planning & Forecasting**:

- Lead the annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with company goals.
- Develop financial models for long-term forecasting, analyzing market trends, project profitability, and financial scenarios in real estate.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities and recommending corrective actions.
- **Financial Analysis & Reporting**:

- Conduct variance analysis (budget vs. actual) for ongoing real estate projects and operational costs.
- Develop and present financial reports to the executive team, providing insights into financial performance, cash flow, and capital expenditure.
- Analyze trends and metrics related to key performance indicators (KPIs) within the real estate development industry.
- **Strategic Financial Advisory**:

- Support senior leadership with financial strategies, investment opportunities, and feasibility studies for new projects.
- Assess the financial impact of project delays, cost overruns, and changes in market conditions.
- Assist in evaluating joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and partnerships from a financial standpoint.
- **Cost Management & Optimization**:

- Collaborate with project management teams to monitor and manage construction and operational costs.
- Provide cost-benefit analyses for materials, contractors, and suppliers to ensure budget adherence and value maximization.
- Implement financial controls to ensure projects remain on budget and within scope.
- **Capital Planning & Funding**:

- Manage cash flow forecasting to ensure sufficient liquidity for project execution and operations.
- Work with external financing institutions to arrange project financing and ensure compliance with loan covenants.
- Optimize capital structure, ensuring efficient use of debt and equity.
- **Team Leadership & Development**:

- Lead and mentor the FP&A team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
- Provide financial training and support to other departments to enhance cross-functional financial literacy.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CFA preferred).
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably within the real estate development sector.
- Strong understanding of financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in a project-based environment.
- Knowledge of real estate development cycles, including construction financing, cost control, and profitability analysis.
- Proficiency in financial software, such as ERP systems (Oracle, SAP) and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, draw insights, and present findings to senior management.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills with experience managing teams and cross-departmental collaboration.

**Preferred Skills**:

- Experience with real estate financial modeling, including discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis and sensitivity analysis.
- Familiarity with real estate-specific financing methods (e.g., REITs, project finance, mortgage-backed securities).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines

Application Deadline: 17/10/2024