Senior Associate - Finance Chalhoub Group

What you'll be doing

The Finance Senior Associate is an important business partner to the Investments Team and supports the financial planning and performance of a defined Business Unit by delivering accurate analysis, forecasting, and budgeting. The role helps assess risks, guide decision-making, and ensure financial controls are in place. The job holder works cross-functionally to interpret financial data, improve reporting, and contribute to business growth through operational efficiency and strategic insight.

Business Partnership & Advisory

• Support Investment leaders with financial insights and recommendations.
• Evaluate business proposals and provide full financial impact analysis.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives and ad hoc projects.

Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Prepare P&L projections, investment analysis, and budget tracking.
• Support long-term planning, including the 3-Year Strategic Plan.
• Lead variance analysis during month-end and flag financial risks to senior stakeholders.

Reporting & Performance Monitoring

• Prepare financial reports and dashboards; analyse performance vs. budget and prior year.
• Monitor P&L, working capital, and balance sheet trends to recommend corrective actions.
• Track capital expenditure budgets and assess cost structures and profitability.

Financial Controls & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to internal controls and Group policies.
• Review purchase cycles, cash flow, and stock positions.
• Monitor IRR performance for new outlets and product launches.

Process Improvement

• Enhance financial processes, reporting tools, and performance measurement methods.
• Participate in business unit process improvement initiatives.

What you ll need to succeed

• Bachelor s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master s degree or MBA preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in finance or accounting.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Proven stakeholders management.
• Proficiency in financial tools and software, in particular Excel, THINKCELL, SAP, Power Bi.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards.