Trade Spend Finance Lead – KOQB Markets

Unilever; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consumer goods company in the UAE is looking for a Finance Manager to oversee trade spend operations across the region. The role demands strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel, along with a bachelor’s in finance or accounting. Candidates with certifications like ACCA or CMA, and 1-2 years of experience in finance or trade spend management are preferred. Embrace a diverse workplace culture that fosters equity and inclusion while managing financial processes effectively.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in sales finance or trade spend management is a plus.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end process of trade spend: planning, budgeting, recording, accounting, and reporting.
• Monitor actual spend vs. budget and provide variance analysis.
• Implement and maintain strong financial controls around trade spend processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CMA)

Tools

SAP or similar ERP systems

Job description

A leading global consumer goods company in the UAE is looking for a Finance Manager to oversee trade spend operations across the region. The role demands strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel, along with a bachelor’s in finance or accounting. Candidates with certifications like ACCA or CMA, and 1-2 years of experience in finance or trade spend management are preferred. Embrace a diverse workplace culture that fosters equity and inclusion while managing financial processes effectively.