Financial Analyst

Company: Avanceon MEA Employment type: Full-time

About Us:

Avanceon is a multinational corporation specializing in automation, control systems integration, energy management solutions, and support services. With offices in Dubai, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan, we have built a strong market presence over the past 24 years. Today, Avanceon is recognized as a comprehensive provider of automation, energy management, service, and maintenance solutions. Our diverse portfolio and experience with major blue-chip clients have enabled us to establish strong industry credentials and technical expertise.

Job Overview:

We are looking for a finance professional to manage treasury operations, cash flow, banking activities, and financial reporting across Pakistan and the Middle East, while supporting commercial decision-making, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving financial efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily cash flow and forecasting for Pakistan and Middle East operations, ensuring sufficient liquidity for business needs.
• Oversee local banking relationships, manage cash transactions, and ensure smooth execution of financial instruments like letters of credit (LCs), guarantees, and other trade finance facilities.
• Assist in optimizing cash flow processes, including coordinating with the finance team on receivables, payables, and collections.
• Maintain accurate treasury records and provide treasury reporting to the Manager Finance and Group CFO.
• Should have the understanding of financial analysis, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to facilitate management decision-making.
• Assist Commercial & finance manager in collaborating with cross-departmental teams to ensure accurate revenue recognition, timely invoicing and effective communication of financial performance.
• Engage in commercial strategy discussions, analyzing financial implications of contracts, and projects.
• Provide recommendations for cost optimization, expense management, and performance improvement in alignment with regional objectives.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, compliance policies, and regulatory requirements for both Pakistan and the Middle East regions.
• Act as a liaison between Pakistan and Middle East finance teams, banks, and external partners.
• Facilitate smooth coordination with cross-functional teams, supporting internal projects and initiatives aimed at improving financial practices and policies.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Master’s degree in Finance, or related field.
• Total of 3-4 years of experience in finance, treasury, or a related role within a multinational or large organization, preferably with exposure to Pakistan and/or Middle East markets.
• Strong knowledge of cash flow management, banking operations, and treasury instruments (LCs, guarantees, etc.).
• Proficient in reporting; advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements for Pakistan and the Middle East.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to work effectively in cross-cultural environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to Avanceon's growth and operational efficiency in the Pakistan and Middle East regions. If you are an ambitious finance professional with a strong treasury background and a drive for operational excellence, we invite you to apply.