Procurement and Finance analyst

Noon-The Social Learning Platform; Lahore; On-site; PKR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading edtech platform is seeking a Procurement and Finance Analyst in Lahore, Pakistan. This full-time position requires 1-3 years of experience and a degree in finance or related field. Responsibilities include managing procurement processes, vendor payments, and payroll for contracted staff, while ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The role offers a chance to be part of a mission-driven organization transforming education.

Benefits

International exposure

Mission-driven work environment

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a procurement, finance, or analyst role.
• Experience in commercial negotiations.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research for government projects.
• Manage procure-to-pay processes.
• Prepare data for monthly payroll.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Negotiation foundation

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, or related discipline

Tools

ERP or financial management system

Job description

About Noon

Noon Academy is the leading edtech platform in the Middle East, with over 12 million students and teachers using our app to learn, teach, and collaborate. We have recently raised $41 million in Series B funding to expand our reach and impact in the region and beyond. We are on a mission to transform the physical classroom experience by introducing our highly engaging social, group-based learning and AI to make learning fun and improve learning efficacy. Our ultimate goal is to provide access to the best teachers to every student even if that teacher is only available virtually. We believe we can do this if we blend AI, peer-to-peer learning, and a carefully designed physical space.

Office

This role is full-time and Riyadh-based.

What You Will Do

The Procurement and Finance Analyst is a junior, highly analytical role (1-3 years of experience). This position is critical to supporting and executing all purchasing and payment activities related to our government B2B partnerships. This person will focus on negotiation support, data analysis, process adherence, and reporting for procurement, vendor payments, and the payroll for Noon Academy-contracted principals and facilitators.

Key Responsibilities

I. Procurement & Sourcing (Government Partnership Focus)

• Asset Sourcing: Conduct market research and support the sourcing process for high-value B2B assets critical to government projects (TV screens, Chromebooks, Laptops, Furniture, etc.)
• Educational content licensing and software.
• Negotiation Support: Actively support commercial negotiations with suppliers by preparing required data, running pricing comparisons, and participating in initial negotiation discussions to secure favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Cost & Spend Analysis: Analyze purchasing data to track spending against government project budgets and identify key areas for cost-saving and process optimization.
• P2P Execution: Manage the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle, assisting with requisition validation, Purchase Order (PO) creation, and tracking asset deployment to government partnership sites.

II. Finance & Vendor Payments

• Accounts Payable Support: Process and reconcile vendor invoices, ensuring strict alignment with POs and contracts. Support the timely and accurate execution of all vendor payments.
• Financial Reporting: Generate regular analytical reports, including procurement spend reports, cost variance analysis, and payment cycle metrics for internal review and external reporting related to government partnerships.

III. Payroll Support (Noon Contracted Staff)

• Data Preparation: Collect, verify, and accurately input all required data for the timely preparation of monthly payroll for Noon Academy-contracted principals and facilitators.
• Documentation & Records: Manage and meticulously maintain all required financial, contractual, and personnel documentation (e.g., contracts, payment schedules, tax forms) specific to the Noon Academy principals and facilitator staff.
• Compliance: Assist in reconciling payroll entries to the General Ledger and ensuring compliance with local labor and tax regulations regarding these staff payments.

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years of proven experience in a procurement, finance, or analyst role involving purchasing and/or accounts payable.
• Demonstrable ability to support and participate in commercial discussions/negotiations.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data modeling, pivot tables) and experience working with an ERP or financial management system.

Preferred

• Experience in the EdTech sector or in supporting projects involving government contracts.
• Foundational knowledge of local labor, tax, and public procurement regulations.

Competencies

• Analytical Mindset: Excellent ability to work with and interpret commercial and financial data.
• Negotiation Foundation: Basic skill in advocating for cost-efficiency and favorable terms.
• Meticulous Detail: Exceptional focus on accuracy and compliance in documentation, especially payroll.
• Process Management: Strong commitment to operational efficiency and policy adherence.

Why work at Noon

• Solving the Biggest Problem in Education: We’re addressing the most important and challenging issue in the sector—scaling star teachers and making learning fun.
• Innovation at a Global Scale: Noon leads in edtech innovation; we are not a copycat. We pioneer new ways to deliver world-class education.
• Solid Financial Footing: We have turned profitable and we’re well-funded.
• International Exposure: Join a dynamic, internationally diverse team that encourages personal development.
• Mission & Values Driven: We aim to provide equitable access to world-class education.

Considering the opportunity?

If you are excited about shaping the future of education in Saudi and think you are the right fit for this opportunity, apply through the job link. We look forward to reviewing your application and exploring how you can contribute to Noon’s mission!