Finance Business Partner

5 days ago

Cairo, Cairo, Egypt 51Talk Full time

About Us

51Talk is a leading international EdTech company known for providing top-quality English language education. We are a dynamic organization with a solid global presence dedicated to making English learning accessible and enjoyable. With a team of over 30,000 dedicated employees and more than 15 branches worldwide, we are committed to delivering exceptional educational experiences. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Financial Analyst in Cairo. This is a critical role that will serve as a key business partner, providing financial analysis, insights, and strategic guidance to support our rapid expansion in the Middle East.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Routine Analysis & Performance Reporting:
    Prepare and present routine financial performance/expense reports, including variance analysis against budget and forecast.
  • Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):
    Lead and manage the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-range planning processes for the designate business units.
  • Business Partnering:
    Act as a finance business partner for various departments (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Operations) to help them understand financial performance, manage their budgets, and make data-driven decisions.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration:
    Work closely with the accounting team to ensure accuracy in financial reporting and provide insights on operational performance.
  • Operational & Financial Modeling:
    Build and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives, new market entry, investment decisions, and operational efficiency improvements.
  • Market & Business Analysis:
    Conduct in-depth analysis of market trends, competitor performance, and business unit profitability to identify opportunities and risks.

Job Requirements:

  • A Bachelor's or above degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. An MBA, CPA, or CFA is highly preferred.
  • Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in financial and accounting roles.
  • At least 5+ years of direct experience in a financial planning and analysis (FP&A) role, preferably within a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Experience in the technology, EdTech, or online services sector is a significant plus.
  • Experience at a Big 4 accounting firm or a multinational company is a significant plus.
  • Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling).
  • Experience with or a strong interest in leveraging AI tools for data analysis, financial modeling, and reporting is a significant plus.
  • Fluent in both Arabic and English, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely to non-financial audiences. Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) is a significant plus.
  • Solid understanding of the business and financial landscape in the Middle East, particularly the KSA and GCC markets. Experience with accounting and tax practices in KSA, GCC countries, and Egypt is a significant plus.

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