Senior Strategic Financial Analyst

The Senior Financial Analyst leads financial modeling, feasibility analysis, and investment evaluation for development projects across UAE and international markets. The role is responsible for full cashflow modeling, JV structuring, valuation, and strategic financial reporting for project approvals and board-level decisions.ResponsibilitiesBuild full project cashflow models (monthly/quarterly).Include revenue, CAPEX, OPEX, financing, contingencies, and phasing.Calculate IRR (project & equity), NPV, DSCR, ROI, Profit Margins.Develop multi-scenario sensitivity models for pricing, cost, absorption, finance rates.Produce investment dashboards and financial summaries.Structure JV models: revenue share, profit share, SPV, DMA, JDA, JVCo.Conduct land valuation using DCF, comparable sales, and residual land value.Evaluate equity/debt structures and recommend optimal financing strategies.Support decision-making for acquisitions, JV deals, and project launches.Conduct portfolio return analysis and pipeline profitability models.Prepare investment memoranda, board presentations, and financial briefs.Coordinate with auditors, banks, and financial advisors.Maintain version control and standardization of financial models.Present financial findings clearly for senior leadership.Translate complex financial outputs into strategic recommendations.Validate all assumptions with market, sales, development, and cost teams.QualificationsBachelor’s in finance, Accounting, Economics; CFA/CPA/MBA preferred.3-5 years in financial modeling, investment analysis, or project finance.Experience with real estate developers, investment firms, or Big 4 advisory.Advanced Excel (macros, waterfall modeling), Power BI, DCF mastery.Strong communication, accuracy, and financial storytelling.