Financial Analyst

Overview

AlJammaz Group seeks a detail-oriented and strategically minded Financial Analyst to join its Finance Shared Services Center (FSSC). This individual will act as a vital finance partner to business units by delivering comprehensive financial reporting, insightful performance analysis, budget management, forecasting, and strategic recommendations for business growth and risk mitigation.

Key Duties

• Evaluate monthly financial and operational results compared to budgets, forecasts, and previous periods.
• Examine revenue streams, profit margins, and costs to extract actionable insights.
• Analyze variances in financial performance and propose practical solutions.
• Support management reporting through preparation of periodic financial reports and development of KPIs and dashboards.
• Assist in budgeting cycles, update financial models, and monitor deviations from plans.
• Contribute to P&L performance analysis and participate in business review sessions.
• Partner with business leaders and operational teams to provide meaningful financial insights for decision-making.
• Advance data reporting by implementing automation and ensuring data accuracy using tools like Excel, Power BI, and ERP systems.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5 to 8 years of professional experience in financial analysis, financial planning & analysis, management reporting, business performance analysis, and finance business partnering.
• Prior exposure to industries such as construction, trading, or finance shared service centers is preferred.

Technical Expertise

• Proficient in advanced Microsoft Excel functions.
• Experience with Power BI and data visualization tools.
• Familiarity with ERP platforms like SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and P&L analysis.
• Capability to create executive presentations using PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Success Factors platform is a plus.

Desired Professional Traits

• Strong analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Solid understanding of business operations and finance.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Sense of accountability and responsibility.
• Focus on achieving measurable results.