Financial Analyst

About the role

The Business Finance Analyst for Superfunctions will work closely with functional leaders across several markets to strengthen cost control, workforce planning, and financial forecasting. Reporting to the Business Finance Senior Manager, the position provides analysis, reporting, and insights that support sound investment choices and keep plans aligned with budget and business goals.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities for Superfunctions across different markets.
• Review operating expenses, flagging budget and forecast variances, along with the key risks and opportunities behind them.
• Monitor headcount metrics, including hiring pipelines, open roles, workforce changes, and personnel cost projections.
• Work with functional partners to keep spending within approved budgets and in line with business priorities.
• Build monthly management reporting and variance analysis, with commentary on overheads and workforce-related costs.
• Create and upkeep dashboards, trackers, and reporting tools that help track spend and resource use.
• Assist with business cases and investment reviews for new positions, organisational changes, and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain accurate data across financial models, headcount reporting, and planning systems.
• Spot opportunities to reduce costs while still supporting growth objectives.
• Partner with People & Culture and Finance colleagues to improve workforce planning and reporting workflows.

Skills and experience

• Strong capability in financial analysis and modelling, with an interest in business partnering.
• Good working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and variance analysis.
• Ability to turn financial information into practical guidance for non-finance audiences.
• High attention to detail and comfort handling large datasets across multiple markets and functions.
• Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills, with direct experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• Clear communication skills and confidence working with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Growth-oriented mindset, with the ability to question assumptions, assess risks, and suggest solutions.

Preferred qualifications

• Background supporting corporate functions such as Technology, Product, Marketing, People, Operations, or General & Administrative teams.
• Experience with headcount planning, personnel cost forecasting, and overhead management.
• Exposure to planning systems such as TM1, IBM Planning Analytics, Anaplan, Adaptive Planning, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with BI and reporting platforms such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.

Working environment

This position is part of a global corporate finance team working across multiple markets. The team operates in an agile setting that values autonomy, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement.

About Senna

Senna is a careers platform focused on finance professionals who are looking for stronger opportunities and more strategic guidance. It helps candidates define their career direction, target relevant roles, and access expert support tailored to their goals in the MENA finance market.