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About the company: A well respected and much loved brands in the food industry in the Middle East.
About the Role: You bring strong in-depth commercial finance experience to the table. Your experience has a mix of FP&A and business partnering. The ideal candidate will provide strategic financial insights, guide decision-making processes, and support the achievement of our business objectives through effective financial management and analysis.
Responsibilities:
Lead and establish a strong discipline of FP&A .
Lead the development of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, identifying trends and variances to support strategic decisions.
Prepare detailed financial models and scenario analyses to assess business initiatives and investment opportunities.
Assessment of pricing frameworks for customer, achieving the agreed levels of profitability.
Detailed financial evaluation of the products/ availability and identifying the gaps
Monitor and control the Net Contribution Margins across different margins across all categories.
Work collaboratively across functions supply chain, commercial and r&d to identify and address cost saving and optimizations across the board.
Serve as a strategic advisor to key business units, providing financial insights and recommendations to drive performance.
Develop and maintain robust financial reporting frameworks, including monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) across channels, customers and countries to track profitability.
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with corporate policies and industry standards.
Must Have:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. MBA or relevant professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) preferred.
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, with a strong background in the food manufacturing industry. Prior experience with commodities/ hedging would be great to have.
Proven experience in business partnering, financial modeling, and strategic analysis.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and quality.
Seniority Level: Other
Job Functions: Project Management
Industries : Information Technology
