Finance Analyst - 6 mths contract New

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Finance Analyst for a 6-month contract to support financial operations across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial performance and strategic decision-making of a dynamic and growing business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Global Services team to support month-end close activities.
• Deliver timely and insightful financial reporting and analysis to support business decisions.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to assess performance, identify trends, and recommend actions to improve financial outcomes.
• Partner with commercial teams to capture forecasts and highlight financial opportunities and risks.
• Act as the primary point of contact for Finance Operations and Distributor-related queries across MEA.
• Process and verify distributor credit and debit notes in a timely and accurate manner.
• Continuously improve financial processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Technical & Functional Skills:

• Strong finance background with a solid understanding of commercial finance and business accounting.
• Advanced financial analysis, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced level).
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.

Leadership & Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and self-motivated with a high level of initiative.
• Strong business orientation and analytical mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.