Financial Analyst

Job SummaryThe Financial Analyst is qualified finance business partner which partners with the business and the business LOBs to drive actionable analytics across all key areas. He/she is a link between finance and management, acting as trusted advisors, providing valuable analysis and insights to influence the decision-making process.Job ResponsibilitiesFinancial activities including producing periodical reports, cash flow analysis, financial strategy, budgeting and forecastingDeveloping financial models and providing financial forecastsSupports on front-end and back-end activities as requiredAnalyzing financial performance, providing financial KPIsReporting back to management on the company’s finances, setting and checking targetsProvide analysis and commentary against weekly and monthly performanceMonitoring departmental activities, auditing and overseeing all regulatory compliances and tax affairsProviding analysis and insight, linking financial reports to business strategiesIntroducing effective commercial strategyImplementing changes to ensure that key targets are metBuilding and maintaining relationships with senior managers and their departmentsActing as a financial advisor – offering financial support to decision makers. Proactively contribute to the delivery of a high performing, customer focused finance service to the delivery unit or commissioning areaQualifications & Education Requirements 5+ years of financial consulting or accounting experienceSubstantial experience in a business partnering related role, capitalizing on opportunities to drive performance through collaborationBachelors’ degree in Business Administration or Accounting/FinanceMBA (optional/added advantage)Certifications (added advantage): CFC, CPA, ACCA, ACAEnglish mandatory, Arabic is plusSkills Utilizing the best financial analysis and modeling practices to inform business and financial decisionsExcellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret raw data and translate it into clear, concise informationThe ability to explain complex financial data to non-finance individualsKeeping up to date with current financial and accounting practices in the marketSAP, Oracle, SQL, PPT, Advanced Excel