Responsibilities

• Support the annual budgeting and strategic planning process by collecting, analyzing, and consolidating financial and operational data across departments.

• Develop, update, and maintain financial forecasting models to support decision-making and performance evaluations.

• Analyze actual financial results against budgets and forecasts; identify and explain variances with actionable insights.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports with clear summaries, KPIs, and recommendations.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Production, Sales, Procurement, and R&D) to ensure data accuracy and alignment with strategic objectives.

• Conduct scenario and sensitivity analysis to evaluate the financial impact of different business cases and market trends.

• Partner with the Finance Center of Excellence (CoE) and Shared Services to drive financial reporting efficiency and data consistency.

• Ensure timely delivery of financial reports and adherence to reporting deadlines.

• Support audit processes by preparing necessary reports and responding to auditor queries.

• Continuously seek opportunities to improve budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes.

Characteristics / Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

• 4-5 years of experience in financial planning, business analysis, or reporting, preferably in logistics, distribution, or a related industry.

• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial planning tools.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong financial analysis and forecasting skills.

• Deep understanding of budgeting processes and business planning frameworks.

• Experience in preparing professional reports, dashboards, and presentations.

• Solid knowledge of financial performance metrics and KPI tracking.

Behavioral & Interpersonal Traits

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to interpret complex data sets.

• Effective communication skills – fluent in Arabic and English.

• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across multiple functions.

• High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Proactive, self-motivated, and committed to continuous learning and process improvement.