Financial Analyst

ABOUT THE COMPANY

AZADEA Group is apremierlifestyle retail company that ownsand operates more than 40 leading internationalfranchise concepts in fashion and accessories, food and beverage, home furnishings,sporting goods, multimedia and beauty and cosmetics across theMiddle East and Africa spreadacross 13 countries overseeing more than 700 stores.

JOB PURPOSE

The Financial Analyst is responsible for improving the operational and financial effectiveness of the unit, extracting financial data from various accounting and information systems, and performing financial and cost accounting analysis of data.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate business proposals with the complete analysis of economic impact on business.
• Analyze financial data, extract, define and interpret figures to determine past performance and/or carry out financial projections.
• Assess the brands and countries’ profitability strategies along with financial needs and identifies methods to increase profitability.
• Drive financial planning processes, capital budget decisions and develop financial reports for forecasting, trending and results analysis,
• Monitor financial/accounting procedural compliance by subordinates and employees to ensure that all systems are adhered to in support of the achievement of business objectives.
• Verify documents for completeness and compliance with governments' and private agencies' rules and regulations.
• Review costs and conduct cost benefit analysis related to projects and/or programs, study prices and margins of the brands and perform industry competitive analysis.
• Prepare and monitor budgets and financial projections; review, maintain and analyze the yearly financial statements.
• Ensure that financial transactions and events are recorded, classified and summarized in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.

LANGUAGE & TECHNICAL SKILLS

Language Proficiency

• Fluency in English.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, or Economics, or Accounting, or a related field. 

MBA or CFA is a plus.

EXPERIENCE

Two to four years of experience in a similar role.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

Financial Acumen

Interprets and applies key financial indicators to make better business decisions. For example, provides rich and rigorous forecasts of the financial implications of ideas and opportunities. Makes well-balanced decisions regarding expenditures that take into account multiple considerations.

Strategic Mindset

Sees ahead to future possibilities and translates them into breakthrough strategies. For example, articulates how own actions contribute to the organization's success and prioritizes actions that will help reach the goals. Sees important trends and starts discussion about how these may impactown work, the industry, or customers.

Drives Results

Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. For example, devotes considerable effort to surpassing goals and achieving the best possible results; goes above and beyond to achieve excellence. Drives ahead with great focus when faced with obstacles and setbacks; maintains productivity and a positive attitude.

Persuades

Uses compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others. For example, gives many insightful suggestions and offers thoughtful positions, once informed about the issues. Thinks carefully and solicits insight into how to build a compelling argument that resonates with others' interests.

Nimble Learning

Learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder. For example, relishes new or unusual problems; seeks others' input and experiments with own ideas. Easily learns the essence of difficult issues and concepts. Investigates and discusses own mistakes to learn from them.