Budget Analyst – Financial Planning and Reporting

Job title: Budget Analyst – Financial Planning and Reporting

Company: Road and Transport, RTA Dubai

Job description: Budget Analyst – Financial Planning and ReportingThe Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is seeking a Budget Analyst to support the preparation, monitoring, and reporting of operating and capital budgets. This role plays an important part in ensuring financial planning aligns with RTA’s strategic goals by delivering accurate forecasting, expenditure analysis, and variance reporting.Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Government Administration
Function: Accounting / Finance
Salary: AED 16,000 to AED 22,000 monthly
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: All Nationalities (Priority for UAE Nationals)
Candidate Current Location: AnyJob OverviewThe Budget Analyst will be responsible for preparing agency budgets, analyzing financial statements, developing budget forecasts, monitoring actuals versus budget, and providing detailed financial reports. The role requires strong financial analysis skills, excellent Excel proficiency, and the ability to work collaboratively with multiple internal departments.Key Responsibilities– Analyze financial statements and assist in developing budget forecasts
– Formulate assumptions for budgeted income and expenditure with clear justifications
– Estimate operating and capital expenditures using historic data, trends, business plans, and requirements
– Prepare and coordinate budgets for revenues, operating expenses, capital expenditures, and manpower
– Ensure precise estimation of revenues based on contractual agreements
– Prepare detailed budget reports and submit for review
– Monitor periodic budget performance against actuals and report variances to management
– Collect and analyze historical data for income and expenditure heads to inform budgeting
– Prepare manpower budgets in collaboration with the HR department, including associated costs such as visa expenses, benefits, and recruitment costs
– Issue monthly and periodic financial statements as requiredRequired Skills and ExperienceEducation:
– Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from a recognized university (0-2 years of experience)
– Or Financial Diploma/Diploma (Maliyoun) with at least 4 years of experienceExperience:
– 0-2 years for Bachelor’s holders or 4 years for Diploma holders in financial planning, budgeting, or related fieldsSkills:
– Strong Microsoft Excel skills
– Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting methodologies
– High analytical thinking and attention to detail
– Ability to prioritize multiple concurrent projects effectively
– Strong verbal and written communication skills
– Innovative approach to problem-solving and process improvement
– Proficiency in financial software applications and reporting toolsWhat We Offer– Competitive government salary and benefits package
– Opportunities to contribute to large-scale strategic financial planning
– Professional growth in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
– Collaborative, data-driven work environment
– Exposure to one of Dubai’s leading public sector organizationsAbout the CompanyThe Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai oversees the city’s transportation and infrastructure planning, ensuring innovative, sustainable, and smart mobility solutions. RTA’s commitment to operational excellence supports Dubai’s vision as a leading global city for the future.Job Title Budget Analyst – Financial Planning and Reporting
Job Description Budget Analyst – Financial Planning and ReportingThe Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is seeking a Budget Analyst to support the preparation, monitoring, and reporting of operating and capital budgets. This role plays an important part in ensuring financial planning aligns with RTA’s strategic goals by delivering accurate forecasting, expenditure analysis, and variance reporting.Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Government Administration
Function: Accounting / Finance
Salary: AED 16,000 to AED 22,000 monthly
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: All Nationalities (Priority for UAE Nationals)
Candidate Current Location: AnyJob OverviewThe Budget Analyst will be responsible for preparing agency budgets, analyzing financial statements, developing budget forecasts, monitoring actuals versus budget, and providing detailed financial reports. The role requires strong financial analysis skills, excellent Excel proficiency, and the ability to work collaboratively with multiple internal departments.Key Responsibilities– Analyze financial statements and assist in developing budget forecasts
– Formulate assumptions for budgeted income and expenditure with clear justifications
– Estimate operating and capital expenditures using historic data, trends, business plans, and requirements
– Prepare and coordinate budgets for revenues, operating expenses, capital expenditures, and manpower
– Ensure precise estimation of revenues based on contractual agreements
– Prepare detailed budget reports and submit for review
– Monitor periodic budget performance against actuals and report variances to management
– Collect and analyze historical data for income and expenditure heads to inform budgeting
– Prepare manpower budgets in collaboration with the HR department, including associated costs such as visa expenses, benefits, and recruitment costs
– Issue monthly and periodic financial statements as requiredRequired Skills and ExperienceEducation:
– Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from a recognized university (0-2 years of experience)
– Or Financial Diploma/Diploma (Maliyoun) with at least 4 years of experienceExperience:
– 0-2 years for Bachelor’s holders or 4 years for Diploma holders in financial planning, budgeting, or related fieldsSkills:
– Strong Microsoft Excel skills
– Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting methodologies
– High analytical thinking and attention to detail
– Ability to prioritize multiple concurrent projects effectively
– Strong verbal and written communication skills
– Innovative approach to problem-solving and process improvement
– Proficiency in financial software applications and reporting toolsWhat We Offer– Competitive government salary and benefits package
– Opportunities to contribute to large-scale strategic financial planning
– Professional growth in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
– Collaborative, data-driven work environment
– Exposure to one of Dubai’s leading public sector organizationsAbout the CompanyThe Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai oversees the city’s transportation and infrastructure planning, ensuring innovative, sustainable, and smart mobility solutions. RTA’s commitment to operational excellence supports Dubai’s vision as a leading global city for the future.
Post DetailsJob Start Date
Salary from 16000.00
Salary to 22000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location –Location City Bur Dubai Al GarhoudDesired Candidate’s Profile
Gender No Preference
Nationality
Candidate Current Location

Expected salary: 16000 – 22000 per month

Location: Dubai

Job date: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 22:03:37 GMT

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