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The Director Financial Analysis Visa Direct role will be responsible for supporting Visa Direct leadership in delivering business objectives, providing analytical & financial insights, driving forecast & management reporting processes, and standardization for Visa Direct regionally.

The ideal candidate will have strong strategic, technical, analytical, and collaboration skills combined with meaningful FP&A experience and the ability to work across a matrix business organizational structure. This role will have exposure with key Global and Regional Visa Direct leadership teams and their respective Finance Partners.

• Lead performance diagnostics, budgeting, forecasting, multiyear strategic outlook, and management reporting regionally.
• Identify financial trends and insights, defining critical decisions to ensure the effective strategic management of the business and delivery of Visa Direct financial performance.
• Perform robust financial analysis and be able to succinctly outline and present key drivers, themes, and key risks while applying business and financial acumen to explain underlying drivers of results across several scenarios.
• Actively maintain current tools/models and introduce new tools/models/processes to improve analysis used for executive financial deliverables.
• Collaborate in the storyboarding of analytical output and production of communication materials for related presentations.
• Identify risks and opportunities (plus mitigating actions) to ensure delivery on targets.
• Provide ad hoc business analysis and support the ongoing management of key initiatives and investments such as market opportunity sizing, pricing opportunity, etc.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business and provide analysis reports and presentations to ensure efficient information and decision-making flows.
• Actively participate and collaborate with Global, Regional, and country counterparts in promoting best practices.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.

Basic Qualifications:

• 10 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor's Degree in finance, engineering, accounting, economics, or related quantitative field, or at least 5 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 2 years of work experience with a PhD.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 12 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor's Degree in finance, engineering, accounting, economics, or related quantitative field; MBA a plus, or 8 or more relevant years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 5 or more years of experience with a PhD.
• Strong business acumen and multifunctional business experience a plus.
• Demonstrated program leadership capabilities to drive key financial processes.
• Outstanding analytical and quantitative skills; ability to resolve tough business problems with well-structured analyses.
• Advanced application of pivot tables, macros, and formulas.
• Solution-oriented and great problem solver; ability to strike balance between compliance/governance requirements and achieving business outcomes.
• Must be detail-oriented to ensure accuracy and quality of output.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse team and produce time-sensitive deliverables.

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

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Full-time

ABOUT US:

Cigna healthcare is a global health service company with roots in the US serving more than 180 million customers and patients throughout the world. We deliver quality health care through choice predictability affordability and through integrated capabilities and connected personalized solutions that advance whole person health.

Cignas mission is to help our customers improve their health wellbeing and sense of security by providing access to care. With our whole health approach were focused on addressing health concerns improving resilience reducing stress levels and emotional health issues. Our employer promise is to remain steadfast in our commitment to fostering growth and improving lives by offering meaningful work within a positive inclusive culture that prioritizes our colleagues. We champion teamwork and collaboration and empower our people with cuttingedge technology to drive efficiency and amplify their impact in everything we do. Together we strive to create an environment where every individual thrives and contributes to meaningful change.

Overview

The Financial Analysis Advisor role will provide support oversight and on various finance related tasks. This would include supporting in the monthly and quarterly reporting process as well as helping in longer term forecasting with an emphasis on highlighting key insights trends and analysis to support senior management decision making.

This role will also play a consultative role for the finance team building appropriate pitch decks internal and external research and business case creation. As a result this member will likely take on leadership responsibility for approved projects and initiatives.

The preferred candidate must have a deep and competent understanding of business strategy and subsequently be able to provide robust financial support on a wide range of topics. This role reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer for GIH but is required to maintain strong relationships with their finance peers and an understanding for consolidated international results.

Critical Tasks and Expected Contributions / Results:

• Support monthly reporting/close process for GIH

• Provide financial reporting insights and analytics to enable key decision making across the organisation improving and iterating as the business grows

• Building presentation decks and memos that support project initiatives or key finance updates

• Act as a consultant for the finance team

• Lead critical projects that have been approved seeing them through both design and

• Develop and maintain key financial controls governance and documentation

• Build strong relationships and processes between central finance functions and GIH

• Represent GIH finance at meetings or project calls

• Support process innovation work with regards to finance tools and platforms with emphasis on TM1 Alteryx and Tableau

Skills Required

• 7 years of relevant finance and consultancy experience

• Prior experience working in insurance or financial services industry is preferred

• Highly analytical and proficient reporting/modelling skills

• Meticulous of work and an eye for fine details

• Problem solving and critical thinking

• Strong business and financial acumen

• High emotional intelligence when working with senior stakeholders

• Proficient in Excel Alteryx Tableau and other Microsoft suite programs

• Excellent English verbal and written skills

Education and Other Requirements:

• A graduate degree in Finance Accountancy Mathematics Actuarial Statistics or closely related field

• More than 7 years working experience in finance roles required

• A deep passion for analysis process transformation and technological innovation with proven experience

• Strong consulting skills

• Ability to travel internationally 25

What we are looking for

We are seeking individuals who thrive in collaborative environments are passionate about driving meaningful change and are excited to grow in a company that prioritizes its people.

Join us and be part of a company where your growth ideas and contributions are valued. Lets create something extraordinary together. Its time to look to your future and apply to work for Cigna today

About Cigna Healthcare

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color age disability sex childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran or military status religion national origin ancestry marital or familial status genetic information status with regard to public assistance citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process please email: for support. Do not email for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

We are partnering with a global leader in the trade of metals to seek a detail-oriented Trade Finance Specialist. The ideal candidate will support the financing, documentation, and execution of international trade flows.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end trade finance operations for physical trades, including issuance of Letters of Credit, Standby LCs, and Bank Guarantees
• Liaise with counterparties, internal trading and operations teams, and banking partners to ensure timely financing and documentation of trades
• Review and negotiate trade finance terms in commercial contracts to align with credit lines, operational requirements, and risk appetite
• Structure and monitor borrowing base and inventory financing facilities related to metal shipments
• Track shipping documentation, payment terms, and collections in coordination with logistics and settlement teams
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, KYC/AML requirements, and applicable international trade regulations
• Assist treasury and risk teams with exposure tracking, cash forecasting, and credit utilisation reporting

About This Role

This is a key position that requires strong analytical skills and attention to detail. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and negotiation skills, as well as experience working with financial institutions and international trade regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as finance, accounting, or economics
• Minimum 3 years of experience in trade finance, risk management, or a related field
• Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and regulations
• Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A dynamic and supportive work environment

The job profile for this position is Accounting Senior Analyst, which is a Band 3 Senior Contributor Career Track Role. We value our talented employees, and strive to help them grow professionally. If you think this open position is right for you, we encourage you to apply.

We make all the difference in our success. The role of the Accountant will be to perform financial analysis and reporting for business operations. The individual should be results-oriented and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include analyzing and reconciling key financial measurements, preparing quarterly and year-end exhibits, and regulatory reporting requirements. Work closely with the finance community to clear out of balances and finalize ARM recs as per agreed timelines.

• Analyze and reconcile ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
• Prepare and analyze regulatory reporting requirements on a quarterly basis.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years expertise in general ledger accounting, full month-end close, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliation.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Audit.
• Prior healthcare industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong analytic and communication capabilities.
• Demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and organizational/time management skills.

The ideal candidate should have around 20 years of experience in banking or fund management, with extensive international banking or fund management experience on the sell side.

• Responsible for growing the fund by raising capital as GP, LP, and through debt instruments.
• Manage the fund's P&L, including gross and net yields.
• Drive B2B sales and business growth in Trade Finance and related solutions.
• Collaborate with the Funds origination and financial structuring teams to develop a risk-balanced portfolio.
• Lead the development of trading strategies and oversee portfolio construction and risk management.
• Enhance portfolio risk-taking capabilities through participation in decision-making.
• Identify short-term and long-term opportunities based on macro and micro fundamentals.
• Navigate trade finance complexities to unlock working capital potential via structured trade solutions, generating risk-balanced yields.
• Utilize skills in Negotiation, Structured Trade, Export Finance, and Financial Structuring in fund management.
• Actively pursue new business opportunities with clients and agents.

VCS is responsible for financial leadership in the designated markets. Responsibility area covers all financial business aspects for the Business Unit: management and facilitation the development and delivery of the Annual Operating Plan and Multi-Year Growth Plans coordination analysis and review of financial data to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of all inputs/outputs compliance with Company policies and with Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (GAAP) statutory financial and tax laws. Collaborates with stakeholders supporting ongoing process improvement that meets business and international governance / compliance requirements while achieving strategic business and financial outcomes. The role also requires flexibility in terms of supporting specials projects or covering other aspects of financial analysis as per business requirement.

Working in a matrixed organization reporting directly to Vice President & CFO VCS and working closely with VP of VCS and sales leads Sr Finance Manager supports the clients facing organization to provide financial business support. Responsibility areas cover all the aspects of financial planning analysis and reporting driving and maintaining high standard of financial discipline business decision support and accountability within the designated market. The role will constantly enhance existing processes and procedures as well as propose new ones. Works closely with the VP of VCS and sales leads to lead the development and delivery of the Budget Forecast and Multi-Year Growth Plans driving efficiencies monitoring resources utilization supporting resources allocations and proposing the right costing model as well as cross charging mechanism.

Keys area of responsibility:

• Responsible for all the aspects of financial planning analysis and reporting for the functions/areas supported including but not limited to:

  • Leading the budget forecasts and MSO processes and perform monthly and quarterly P&L reporting.

  • Full management of P&L revenue OPEX and headcount.

  • Communicate and explain business implications observed from analysis monitoring recent business trends to ensure forecast accuracy and clarity of calculations.

  • Highlight risk and opportunities and provide risk mitigation plans as well as ways to capture the opportunities.

  • Revenue Analytics includes in-depth revenue and volume analysis

  • Incentive and Contracts

  • Expense management

• Support deal process for the Business Unit

• Produce materials for executive management review and approval with best clarity accuracy and timeliness of analysis (MBRs QBRs business cases etc.).

• Simplify complex issues and structure analysis to answer business questions and communicate business implications from financial analysis at all levels.

• Directly engage with various functions heads across the company to develop domain expertise.

• Design new processes and procedures and constantly enhance existing ones through innovation and simplification in alignment with business and international governance / compliance requirements while achieving strategic business and financial outcomes.

• Ensure data integrity and consistency of information as well as organized documentation of results and data sources used.

• Foster Diverse and Inclusive workplace and strong organizational culture

• Execute flawless performance management system for direct reports and support FLT on talent assessment and succession planning.

• Support employees development well-being and work-life balance.

Critical Success Factors in the role:

• Solve unique and complex business issues by always being on top and understanding the impact of changes in the political macro economical regulatory and competitive landscape

• Ability to develop targets that are smart and challenging and provide enough assurance on how to deliver on

• People management and ability to influence cross functionally and higher management

• Operate with limited guidance in a complex environment and as much as possible independent

• Ability to create and maintain a high standard of financial discipline business decision support and accountability within the region.

• Ability to manage and prioritize work-load within the team

• Excellent communication skills verbal and written

Leadership skills:

The candidate must have advanced people management skills and a proven authentic leader who is able to:

• Be a trusted and strategic advisor to Functional Heads driving operations and delivery of scorecards.

• Provide guidance to all business partners on matters of AOP Budgets tracking reporting and analytics.

• Engage team members in Finance to develop analytics and deliver information in a format that adds value to the business.

This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.

Qualifications :

• Mastery in Finance financial reporting & analysis revenue forecasting financial modellingElectronic Payments industry experience knowledge of Visa business and revenue streams is preferred
• 10 years of work experience
• Project Management skills
• Ability to influence peers and other teams to drive outcome
• Postgraduate degree from a top-tier school preferably Finance and Accounting MBA preferred
• User knowledge of TM1 and Hyperion desired
• Practical knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS
• Outstanding analytical and quantitative skills can-do attitude to resolve tough business problems with well-structured analyses
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to clearly communicate results with senior level executives and able to influence decision making
• Able to work cross functionally geographically and with virtual teams while promoting a culture of openness trust and flexibility
• Must be proactive high-energy motivated team player capable of delivering on multiple initiatives on tight timelines
• Proactive and enjoy a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Additional Information :

Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Remote Work :

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Employment Type :

Full-time

Job Title: Business Growth Analyst Financial Analysis & Business Studies

Location: Dubai-United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Reports to: (CEO)

Job Summary:

The Business Growth Analystwill play a key role in driving financial performance and business expansion strategies across the UAE market. This role involves conducting financial analysis, market research, and business studies to identify opportunities for growth, improve profitability, and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial modeling, competitive analysis, and business planning.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Analysis & Business Performance:

• Conduct detailed financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting to support strategic initiatives.
• Analyze financial statements, cash flows, and profit margins to assess business performance.
• Evaluate investment opportunities, mergers, acquisitions, and expansion strategies.
• Develop financial reports, presentations, and dashboards for senior leadership.

Business Growth & Strategy Development:

• Identify and assess new business opportunities, revenue streams, and growth strategies within the UAE market.
• Perform competitive analysis and benchmarking to strengthen market positioning.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and operations teams to implement business development initiatives.
• Optimize pricing models, revenue structures, and financial sustainability strategies.

Market Research & Business Studies:

• Conduct in-depth market research on UAEs economic trends, industry shifts, and regulatory changes.
• Analyze customer behavior, competitor strategies, and emerging technologies to refine business strategies.
• Provide actionable insights on market entry, diversification, and business expansion.

Stakeholder & Project Management:

• Work closely with finance, marketing, operations, and leadership teams to align business objectives.
• Support decision-making in mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
• Assist in developing and executing business transformation and digitalization initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• 3-5 yearsof experience in financial analysis, business strategy, or corporate finance, preferably in the UAE market.
• Strong knowledge of financial modeling, valuation techniques, and investment analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, financial software, and business intelligence tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to engage internal and external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with UAEs business regulations, economic policies, and market dynamics.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in consulting, investment banking, private equity, or corporate finance.
• Knowledge of business process optimization and operational efficiency strategies.
• Understanding of digital transformation and technology-driven business models.

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Position Summary
The FP&A Manager – MENA will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and performance management across the region. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer – MENA, this role is responsible for the delivery of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting. The successful candidate will partner with regional leadership, local finance teams, and the global head office to support decision-making and enhance financial visibility across business units.

Your Responsibilities
Position Summary
The FP&A Manager – MENA will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and performance management across the region. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer – MENA, this role is responsible for the delivery of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting. The successful candidate will partner with regional leadership, local finance teams, and the global head office to support decision-making and enhance financial visibility across business units.
Key Responsibilities

• Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting
• Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly reforecasting, and long-range planning cycles across all MENA entities.
• Prepare scenario modelling, shadow budgets, and financial impact assessments for new territories (e.g., Iraq, Morocco) and strategic initiatives (e.g., Claims Advisory Practice).
• Consolidate and validate submissions from local finance teams and ensure alignment with global FP&A standards and deadlines.
• Monitor budget-to-actual variances and provide commentary and recommendations.
• Commercial Reporting & Insight
• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc management reporting packs, including P&L, EBITDA, working capital, and productivity metrics.
• Build and maintain KPI dashboards that track revenue trends, cost structures, headcount ratios, broker productivity, and client profitability.
• Analyse financial performance and proactively identify areas for improvement or investment.
• Business Partnering
• Act as the finance partner to regional business leaders across Broking, Operations, HR, Digital, and Compliance.
• Support client-level and segment profitability reviews, pricing discussions, and broker performance metrics.
• Provide analytical support to new initiatives, strategic reviews, and cross-border cost allocation models.
• Governance, Compliance & Regulatory Awareness
• Ensure financial planning and analysis is fully compliant with MENA Regulatory landscape.
• Work closely with Tax, Regulatory Reporting, and Legal to embed governance controls into forecasting and reporting.
• Systems, Tools & Automation
• Utilise enterprise planning platforms for modelling and reporting.
• Develop and maintain advanced Excel models and dashboards to support self-service analytics and reduce manual processes.
• Lead automation of recurring reporting deliverables and contribute to finance digitalisation initiatives.
• Projects & Strategic Initiatives
• Support financial due diligence, market entries, JV assessments, and strategic cost reviews.
• Contribute to finance transformation projects, such as ERP upgrades, reporting rationalisation, and policy harmonisation across the region.
• Participate in cross-functional working groups driving improvements in operational efficiency and profitability.
  

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent with 5–8 years of relevant FP&A experience.
• Strong background in financial planning, modelling, and performance analysis within insurance, reinsurance, or professional services.
• Proven track record of managing multi-entity, multi-currency environments across international or regional hubs.
• Experience working with MENA markets, ideally with exposure to VAT, WHT, and regional tax compliance.
• Proficiency in Oracle EPBCS, Hyperion, SAP BPC, or similar FP&A systems.
  

• Advanced Excel skills including macros, pivot tables, and scenario modelling.
• Knowledge of broking revenue recognition, and IBA/non-IBA accounting treatment.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other BI tools.
• Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead complex projects in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionFinance and Sales
• IndustriesInsurance

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The FP&A Manager – MENA will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and performance management across the region. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer – MENA, this role is responsible for the delivery of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and reporting. The successful candidate will partner with regional leadership, local finance teams, and the global head office to support decision-making and enhance financial visibility across business units.

Key Responsibilities

1. Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly reforecasting, and long-range planning cycles across all MENA entities.
• Prepare scenario modelling, shadow budgets, and financial impact assessments for new territories (e.g., Iraq, Morocco) and strategic initiatives (e.g., Claims Advisory Practice).
• Consolidate and validate submissions from local finance teams and ensure alignment with global FP&A standards and deadlines.
• Monitor budget-to-actual variances and provide commentary and recommendations.

2. Commercial Reporting & Insight

• Deliver monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc management reporting packs, including P&L, EBITDA, working capital, and productivity metrics.
• Build and maintain KPI dashboards that track revenue trends, cost structures, headcount ratios, broker productivity, and client profitability.
• Analyse financial performance and proactively identify areas for improvement or investment.

3. Business Partnering

• Act as the finance partner to regional business leaders across Broking, Operations, HR, Digital, and Compliance.
• Support client-level and segment profitability reviews, pricing discussions, and broker performance metrics.
• Provide analytical support to new initiatives, strategic reviews, and cross-border cost allocation models.

4. Governance, Compliance & Regulatory Awareness

• Ensure financial planning and analysis is fully compliant with MENA Regulatory landscape.
• Work closely with Tax, Regulatory Reporting, and Legal to embed governance controls into forecasting and reporting.

5. Systems, Tools & Automation

• Utilise enterprise planning platforms for modelling and reporting.
• Develop and maintain advanced Excel models and dashboards to support self-service analytics and reduce manual processes.
• Lead automation of recurring reporting deliverables and contribute to finance digitalisation initiatives.

6. Projects & Strategic Initiatives

• Support financial due diligence, market entries, JV assessments, and strategic cost reviews.
• Contribute to finance transformation projects, such as ERP upgrades, reporting rationalisation, and policy harmonisation across the region.
• Participate in cross-functional working groups driving improvements in operational efficiency and profitability.

Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent with 5–8 years of relevant FP&A experience.
• Strong background in financial planning, modelling, and performance analysis within insurance, reinsurance, or professional services.
• Proven track record of managing multi-entity, multi-currency environments across international or regional hubs.
• Experience working with MENA markets, ideally with exposure to VAT, WHT, and regional tax compliance.
• Proficiency in Oracle EPBCS, Hyperion, SAP BPC, or similar FP&A systems.
• Advanced Excel skills including macros, pivot tables, and scenario modelling.
• Knowledge of broking revenue recognition, and IBA / non-IBA accounting treatment.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other BI tools.
• Strong presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead complex projects in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

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