What You Will Do
- Manage the consolidation of financial data for the retail division, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Oversee the Corporate entities in MENA and SEA along with supporting the Digital Retail Team in their day-to-day finance needs.
- Prepare and issue monthly financial packs, providing detailed insights into the division's performance. Lead reporting automation.
- Develop and distribute monthly reports for various teams, including operations, leasing, HR, to aid in decision-making and performance tracking.
- Oversee the selection, implementation, and maintenance of BI, reporting and planning tools (PowerBI, Anaplan).
- Design, develop, and maintain interactive dashboards and reports to support various business functions.
- Work closely with the operations team and other departments to understand their reporting needs and provide tailored financial insights.
- Facilitate regular meetings with key stakeholders to review financial performance and discuss relevant insights.
- Oversee the SAP system migration from a business perspective, ensuring smooth transition and minimal disruption to financial reporting.
- Coordinate with IT, finance, and other relevant teams to ensure all business requirements are met during the migration.
Required Skills
Required Skills to be successful
- Advance system proficiency, MS Office, Excel
- Knowledge of accounting software packages, preferably ERP such as SAP and BPC.
- Familiarity with Anaplan platform for financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, with the ability to build and maintain models and workflows.
- Advanced proficiency in financial modelling, valuation techniques, and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Tableau).
Role
What equips you for the role
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CMA/CFA preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably within the retail industry.
- Familiarity with MENA and SEA markets, regulatory requirements, and cultural nuances is advantageous.