Job description

JOB DUTIES:

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze and consolidate management information for the management team, ensuring deadlines are met.

Provide detailed variance analysis versus budget to explain business performance

• Prepare business results analysis (NCA/CDC) and share insights with commercial teams

• Generate monthly MAMBO reports and ensure accuracy in REMCO reporting at both legal entity and CO station levels.

Actively participate in monthly closing and preparation of affiliate results (FICO gap, PCA entries, VC, OPEX, provisions)

Tools, Systems & Procedures

• Manage and maintain SAP setup (cost center hierarchy, allocation cycles, etc.)

• Participate in the implementation of new tools and procedures, particularly in reporting and management control

• Update controlling policies and procedures in compliance with group guidelines and adapted to affiliate-specific requirements

Decision Support & Business Partnering

• Propose methods and elements to assist business units in their decision-making

• Actively contribute to BU, PC & LTP exercises, ensuring accurate data collection from stakeholders

• Report OPEX spending by type of expenditure for each budget owner and lead OPEX one-on-one sessions and committees

Cost Control & Compliance

• Develop and promote a culture of cost control and reduction, implementing effective strategies

• Control and approve spending in line with accounting rules, business allocations, and budget frameworks

• Perform monthly controls on MAP, non-merchandise stocks, stock effects, and COS analysis (including vessel conditions).

• Ensure compliance in expense claims payments, aligned with affiliate guidelines

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and propose areas for improvement in management control processes

• Actively contribute to efficiency initiatives, enhancing reporting accuracy, cost management, and decision support 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or equivalent master's degree is a plus

• CMA certificate is highly recommended

• Minimum of 6 to 8 years of experience in corporate finance, with at least 2 years focused on financial

• Languages: Arabic and English (French is a plus)

Skills

• Soft skills: Communication and Negotiation

• Hard skills: SAP is a requirement, very good command of EXCEL