We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Strategy and Financial Planning Manager. Financial Planning & Budgeting:•Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with departmental heads to create realistic and aligned budgets.•Oversee and manage financial forecasting, providing variance analysis and recommendations for corrective action.•Ensure accuracy in financial projections, identifying key drivers of performance and tracking against actuals.•Provide ongoing financial reporting to senior leadership, enabling informed decision-making.Strategy Execution and Monitoring:•Provide regular updates to leadership on the achievement of KPIs and the success of the strategic plan implementation.•Track the progress of strategic goals and KPIs set by the company, ensuring targets are met and adjusting strategies when necessary. Performance Measurement & Reporting:•Lead the process for creating annual and multi-year strategic plans, ensuring alignment with company goals.•Implement dashboards and reporting tools to ensure senior leadership has timely and relevant data.•Conduct financial performance analysis and present findings to executives with recommendations for improvements.Cross-Functional Collaboration:•Work with other departments (e.g., Supply Chain, Marketing, Operations, HR) to ensure financial strategies are integrated into all business activities.•Act as a liaison between finance and other business units, ensuring clear communication and collaboration.Risk Management & Compliance:•Identify financial and strategic risks and develop plans to mitigate them.•Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.•Provide input into corporate governance practices, ensuring financial transparency and integrity.
•Preferably Bilingual (Arabic & English)•Minimum of 5+ years of experience in financial planning, analysis, and strategic management.•Proven track record of managing complex financial models, strategic initiatives, budgets, and budgeting software (Excel, ERP systems, etc.).•Experience working in a senior financial planning role, with exposure to business strategy and cross-functional team collaboration.Education & Skills:•Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.•MBA or relevant professional certifications (CFA, CPA, etc.) preferred.
