Manager Corporate Finance & Analysis

Job Description

The Manager – Corporate Finance & Analysis is responsible for driving strategic financial planning through in-depth analysis of Abu Dhabi Airports’ long-term financial projections. This role leads to the preparation of financial projections and submissions for both internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, Develop and maintain dynamic financial models to support scenario planning, stress testing, and capital allocation decisions. A key focus is also on identifying and executing cost optimization initiatives to improve overall P&L. The position also serves as the primary lead for evaluating business cases across departments and conducting investment appraisals to support informed decision-making.

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Lead the development and continuous refinement of long-term financial forecasts and 5-year strategic business plans.
• Collaborate with multiple departments across the organization to gather inputs, align assumptions, and consolidate into an integrated long-term business plan.
• Manage CAPEX planning and prioritization aligned with strategic growth and operational requirements.
• Prepare and present financial outlooks, projections, and scenario analyses for internal reviews.
• Capital planning and resource allocation processes in line with strategic goals.

Financial Modelling & Analysis

• Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models to evaluate a variety of business scenarios, investment decisions, and funding strategies.
• Conduct sensitivity analyses, stress testing, and valuation assessments to support strategic and operational decisions.
• Monitor key financial and operational KPIs to proactively identify risks, opportunities, and performance trends.

Business Case Evaluation & Investment Appraisal

• Lead the review of detailed business cases submitted by various departments, ensuring financial rigor, alignment with strategy, and sound return metrics.
• Conduct financial due diligence, ROI, IRR, and payback period analysis for proposed projects and initiatives.
• Assess risk factors, assumptions, and commercial viability of proposed investments to support internal approvals.

Cost Optimization & Efficiency

• Identify and lead cost reduction opportunities and efficiency improvement initiatives across the organization.
• Work with department heads to challenge assumptions, cost drivers, and monitor cost drivers.
• Analyse and improve the efficiency of the P&L through benchmarking and best-practice implementation.

Ad-Hoc Analysis & Management Support

• Provide analytical support to senior management on special projects, board queries, and decision-making requirements.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis, cost studies, margin analysis, pricing support, and break-even assessments as needed.
• Assist in preparing management presentations, dashboards, and discussion material for internal or external use.

HSE

• Support the review of risk assessments through collaboration and consultation with HSE team, ensuring key risks are understood without direct field involvement.
• Promote safe work practices by encouraging timely reporting of incidents, near misses, and environmental concerns, and reinforcing the importance of organizational safety expectations.
• Monitor team adherence to HSE procedures and escalate issues as needed, working closely with HSE and operational stakeholders to ensure corrective actions are addressed appropriately.

Top competencies required

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in analytical and reporting tools
• Proven understanding of financial principles and analysis techniques
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to present complex financial data effectively
• Excellent in Data analysis, Problem solving
• Integrity – Staying honest, accountable, and transparent in every decision and action
• Passionate & Drive for excellence & results
• Adapts quickly to change and easily considers new approaches.