Senior Financial Analyst – MENA

Merz Middle East FZE; United Arab Emirates; Hybrid; AED 257,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in aesthetic medicine is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to manage financial operations in the MENA region. This role involves coordinating forecasts, analyzing financial trends, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have at least five years of experience in the aesthetic or medical device sectors, along with a bachelor's degree in finance-related fields. The position supports a hybrid work model and offers ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working time

Ongoing training programs

Family benefits and support systems

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience within the aesthetic, pharma or medical device industry.
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Ability to multitask and meet frequent deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review and coordinate monthly forecasts with relevant teams.
• Manage receivables, pricing, and regulatory updates.
• Provide business insights and strategic recommendations for operational improvement.

Skills

Fluent in English

Excellent analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Team player

Detail-oriented

Organized

Education

Bachelor's degree in applied accounting, economics, finance or similar field

Tools

SAP

MIS reporting tools

Microsoft Office

Financial software

Job description

Senior Financial Analyst – MENA

Merz Middle East FZE | softgarden

Full Time

Hybrid

United Arab Emirates

With Professional Experience

12 / 23 / 25

Merz Aesthetics is an international company in the field of aesthetic medicine. Our broad product portfolio is synonymous with top quality in each of their categories and is highly regarded by healthcare professionals worldwide. As Merz Aesthetics, we are part of the Merz Group with our EMEA headquarters located in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Our global head office is located in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. Every day, more than 2,500 employees in 26 countries are committed to restoring and maintaining the skin's beauty. Would you like to become part of our success story? Then join Merz Aesthetics!

Responsibilities

• Review and coordinate monthly forecasts with relevant teams.
• Manage receivables, pricing, and regulatory updates.
• Provide business insights and strategic recommendations for operational improvement.

• Manage and submit YEE forecasts and annual budget.
• Coordinate with stakeholders for timely data.
• Analyze financial data to predict trends and guide long-term strategies.

• Prepare and deliver weekly reports and business reviews.
• Manage and track financial performance, stock levels, and rebate updates.
• Support senior management with ad‑hoc analyses and reports.

• Oversee audits, internal processes, and the implementation of new systems (e.g., MIS 2.0).
• Assist with VAT and tax filings, ensure SOPs are followed, and maintain compliance.
• Recommend and implement financial system improvements and cost‑saving initiatives.
• Lead and mentor junior analysts and team members.

What we expect from you

• You are fluent in English with excellent conversational and presentational skills. Additional languages would be a plus.
• You have a bachelor’s degree in applied accounting, economics, finance or a similar field.
• You have a minimum of five years of experience within the aesthetic, pharma or medical device industry.
• You are experienced in SAP and MIS reporting tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial software.
• Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Organised and detail‑oriented.
• Ability to multitask and meet frequent deadlines.
• You are a team player with excellent cooperation skills.

What you can expect from us

Putting people first: you can expect an open work culture with flat hierarchies and short decision‑making paths at Merz Aesthetics. You will collaborate with colleagues from all around the globe. And if life takes an unexpected turn and you need help or advice, you can always rely on our diverse support systems.

Family and work

Our employees should be able to reconcile family and work commitments. That’s why you’ll find, for example, company day‑care centres at our locations. In the EMEA region, we have been awarded the “Top Employer” and “Great Place to Work” certifications for our outstanding HR policies and work culture.

Work‑life harmony

Our time is precious; our daily routines are individual. To help you reconcile work and leisure time with their conflicting demands, we have adopted contemporary flexible working time models. We offer you flex‑working time, mobile working and generous arrangements for annual leave.

Ongoing training

Your personal and professional development is the key to success for us. To foster this, we conduct regular development discussions and facilitate a wide range of management and specialist training courses, soft‑skills courses, e‑learning, language courses and coaching sessions.

Find out more about our benefits at https://careers.merz‑aesthetics.com.

We look forward to your application!