Manager-Financial Planning & Analytics

Job Title:Manager, Financial Planning & AnalyticsLocation:Lahore, PakistanReports to:CFODepartment:FinanceAbout Us:At Manafa Technologies, we are dedicated to revolutionizing the fintech landscape by empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Saudi Arabia. Our vision is to be the most accessible lending partner for SMEs, always just one click away from fulfilling their financing needs. Driven by our mission, we've developed 4 innovative products. We strive to be the fastest lending provider in the market, offering the lowest rates while maintaining a high-quality borrower base. We've facilitated more than 1.8 billion SAR in financing to our investors. With our innovative solutions, we are committed to securing the largest market share, helping businesses thrive in a dynamic economy.Position Overview:Osul Manafa Group is seeking a highly skilled and analytical Manager, Financial Planning & Analytics to join our finance team. This role will be instrumental in shaping financial strategies, managing budgeting and forecasting cycles, and providing actionable insights for the leadership and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial modeling, cost-benefit analysis, and executive-level reporting, combined with excellent analytical and communication skills.Key Responsibilities:Financial Modeling:Develop and maintain detailed financial models to support strategic decision-making, investment evaluations, and business growth planning. Forecast revenue, expenses, and capital requirements, while analyzing performance against budget to deliver actionable insights.Budgeting & Planning Cycle:Oversee the end-to-end budgeting and planning cycle, including annual budget preparation, periodic forecasting, and variance analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align budgetary goals and ensure accurate financial planning.Financial Cost-Benefit Analysis:Conduct financial cost-benefit analyses to evaluate the viability and potential return on various business initiatives and investments. Provide management with recommendations based on detailed analyses, focusing on profitability, risk assessment, and long-term impact.Board Reporting Packs:Prepare comprehensive board reporting packs that highlight financial performance, key metrics, and business insights for leadership. Work closely with senior management to present clear, data-driven summaries and analyses for informed decision-making.Shareholder Reporting Activities:Lead various shareholder reporting initiatives, ensuring timely, transparent, and accurate communication of financial performance and business outlook. Maintain compliance with reporting standards and manage all financial disclosures in collaboration with the broader finance team.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (Master's degree or professional qualification such as CFA, CPA, or ACCA is preferred).Minimum of 5+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and financial modeling.Strong proficiency in financial modeling tools and software (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau).Excellent understanding of financial metrics, budget management, and cost-benefit analysis.Exceptional communication skills with the ability to prepare and present financial data to senior leadership and stakeholders.Highly detail-oriented, with a commitment to accuracy and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.Join Us:This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact by driving the financial strategy and supporting key decision-making processes. If you are a proactive financial leader who thrives in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you.Powered by JazzHR#J-18808-Ljbffr