Analyst / Associate (Corporate Finance, Investments, CFO Support)

apartmentPetroruss DMCC placeDubai calendar_month 

Job description / Role

Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Finance, Business Analysis & Consulting
Company Industry

Business Support Services

Overview

This role sits at the intersection of corporate finance, investment support, and shareholder capital management. You will work directly with the CFO, engage with portfolio companies, and participate in investment projects, including M&A transactions and exploration of new asset classes and markets.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Corporate Finance & Portfolio Company Support
  • Build and maintain financial models for portfolio companies.
  • Perform financial and operational analysis, including revenue, margins, CAPEX, and unit economics.
  • Support the annual and operational budgeting process in collaboration with the CFO and senior management of portfolio companies.
  • Conduct variance analysis (actual vs. budget) with insights into key deviations and business drivers.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of management reporting tools, dashboards, and templates (including Excel- or BI-based solutions).
  • Prepare presentations, memos, and strategic materials for top management and shareholders.
  • Support M&A, divestment, and external financing processes.
  1. Asset Management & Shareholder Capital Support
  • Conduct research on new markets, sectors, and asset classes (including private equity, venture capital, real estate).
  • Review and analyze investment proposals from third parties (banks, consultants, funds).
  • Participate in the due diligence of potential investments.
  • Build and maintain return models across various asset classes (IRR, cash-on-cash, sensitivity analysis).
  • Contribute to strategic initiatives and deal structuring proposals.
  • Support the oversight of non-listed and illiquid assets (private businesses, direct equity stakes, shareholder loans).
  1. Budgeting, Business Planning & Monitoring
  • Collect financial and operational data required for budget preparation.
  • Consolidate inputs from portfolio companies and internal stakeholders for the development of the Group’s business plan.
  • Monitor execution of budgets and business plans, providing timely reporting on deviations and trends.

Requirements:

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or Engineering (preferably from a top-tier university).
  • Analyst: 1–3 years of experience.
  • Associate: 3–5 years of experience.
  • Relevant background in investment banking, Big4 (TS / valuation / due diligence), private equity, corporate finance, or strategy consulting.
  • Strong command of Excel and PowerPoint, with a solid understanding of financial statements and corporate finance logic.
  • Proven experience in financial modeling and scenario analysis is essential.
Skills & Personal Attributes
  • Ability to quickly grasp new industries and business models.
  • Structured thinking, precision, and attention to detail.
  • Comfortable working under pressure in a multitasking and ambiguous environment.
  • Strong business English (both written and verbal) is required.

About the Company

Petroruss DMCC is an independent oil trading and maritime company specializing in chartering services for a wide array of oil products, with a strong focus on commodities such as fuel oil, Vacuum Gas Oil (VGO), and diesel. Demonstrating an expansive approach to the energy sector, the company actively pursues long-term investments into international and regional energy assets.

This investment strategy, in conjunction with its core trading activities, positions Petroruss DMCC as a prominent player in international oil trades, further establishing its standing in the global energy market.

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