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Raya Holding for Financial Investments is hiring Specialist (Financial Planning & Analysis).

What will you do?

• Develop and manage the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts in coordination with various business lines.
• Prepare budget templates and consolidate submissions from departments and subsidiaries.
• Ensure timely and accurate forecasting of revenues, expenses, and cash flows.
• Conduct comprehensive variance analysis (actual vs. budget vs. forecast) and explain key drivers.
• Analyze financial performance trends and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Present financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs to executive leadership.
• Leverage Power BI and Excel (Power Query, Pivot Tables, etc.) to build automated financial models and dashboards.
• Streamline data collection and reporting processes using Oracle Cloud EPM and Discoverer tools.
• Continuously enhance the reporting infrastructure to support dynamic business needs.
• Collaborate with business units and cost center owners to provide actionable financial insights.
• Support long-term strategic planning, investment evaluations, and scenario analysis.
• Assist in internal audit reviews and ensure financial processes comply with internal controls and IFRS.
• Recommend and implement enhancements to existing FP&A processes, models, and systems.
• Document standard operating procedures and support knowledge sharing within the finance team.

Skills What will you need?

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or accounting, ideally in a group/holding structure.
• Proficiency in Power BI and Microsoft Excel is a must (Power Query, dashboards, and financial modeling).
• Experience with Oracle Cloud EPM and Oracle Discoverer is a strong advantage.
• Professional certifications such as CMA, C-FP&A, or IFRS diploma are considered a plus.
• Strong analytical and numerical reasoning skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative mindset with the drive to continuously learn and improve.

What is unique about Raya?

• Are you an eager learner? Raya believes in its employees, so we aim to continuously provide learning & development plans for all of our employees to ensure their personal and career development.
• Are you looking for career progression? Raya is an entity where you can grow whether horizontally or vertically as we offer internal transfer opportunities.
• Are you looking for a rewarding environment? Raya's top achievers are awarded annually with an international 5 days trip.
• Are you looking for an opportunity to give back to the community? Raya encourages their employees to give back to the community through different ongoing CSR programs and initiatives.
• Are you a foodie? Exclusive discounts for Raya employees at Raya's restaurants.

Requirements About the company Raya Holding for Financial Investments, a leading investment conglomerate, established in 1999 in Egypt with a vision to be a market leader and to grow into a solid financial conglomerate with multifaceted operations. Headquarter located in Cairo, Egypt; Raya Holding is managing a diversified investment portfolio of 13 lines of business in the various industries of e-payment, information technology, contact center, smart buildings, consumer electronics, food and beverage, land transport, PET remanufacturing, automotive, FMCG and home appliances Raya Holding is listed in the Egyptian Exchange (EGX) since 2005, while the company empowers more than 12,000 proficient employees, accommodating to a wide international customer base from offices based in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Poland, Nigeria and Tanzania. Raya's Lines of Business include; Aman for e-payments, Aman for Financial Services, BariQ, Ostool, Raya Contact Center, Raya Foods, Raya Information Technology, Raya Food Trading, Raya Restaurants, Raya Smart Buildings, Raya Trade, Raya Auto and Haier - Raya Electric.

Analyze COGS on a monthly and quarterly basis.
- Compare Actual Vs Budget on monthly basis.
- Compile data from all departments for the annual budget preparation.
- Prepare, coordinate, and participate in the development of annual budgets.
- Prepare peer group comparison reports.
- Help in developing Annual Report for the Company each year.
- Help in updating investors shareholding structure.
- Prepare other internal or external reports as needed.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor's degree in Finance, accounting or Business Administration
- Minimum 2 years of experience
- Fluent in English
- Very good in Microsoft Office

Analyze COGS on a monthly and quarterly basis.
- Compare Actual Vs Budget on monthly basis.
- Compile data from all departments for the annual budget preparation.
- Prepare, coordinate, and participate in the development of annual budgets.
- Prepare peer group comparison reports.
- Help in developing Annual Report for the Company each year.
- Help in updating investors shareholding structure.
- Prepare other internal or external reports as needed.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor's degree in Finance, accounting or Business Administration
- Minimum 2 years of experience
- Fluent in English
- Very good in Microsoft Office

**COMPANY DESCRIPTION**:
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The Finance Manager is responsible for AMIDEAST field office accounting, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, cash management, operations’ data analysis, analyze markets for business opportunities planning and strategizing, investigate and advise senior managers on ways to improve profitability. The Finance Manager reports directly to the Country Director with the capacity to liaise with the Regional Finance Director and HQ Controller.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Monitor the AMIDEAST financials to ensure appropriate design, implementation and management of all financial systems
- Direct the preparation and negotiation of a proposed project, grant and services for a fee budget and modifications, and coordinate with partners/donors as appropriate ensuring compliance with international and local donor procedures and regulations in implementation of all program activities
- Manage, monitor, and update project budgets and obligated funds and also review and analyze variations and share with donors as may be required
- Supervise, manage and maintain organization finances, transactions, purchase orders, contracts, and petty cash
- Design and regularly update the AMIDEADT Egypt finance manual in coordination with the Regional Director and HQ
- Provide assistance and guidance to all project managers on comprehending financially and labor reports.
- Lead development of AMIDEAST’s field office annual operating the budget, rolling forecasts, and related internal management and operational reporting
- Review and assist the Country Director in monitoring field office (functional) and program financial performance keeping management abreast of current and projected performance and trends.
- Provide training to staff on budgeting, accounting procedures and other relevant areas as needed
- Work closely with HQ Controller and Regional Finance Director in response to external audits, as well as with our Internal Auditor on internal audits
- Work closely with HQ Treasury department to effectively prepare accurate cash forecasts and weekly cash positions
- Prepare financial reports as required for program sponsors in coordination with HQ accounting and HQ contracts and grants departments
- Participate in the proposal pricing process as a key member of pricing team
- Monitors and reviews field office (functional) and program financial performance keeping management abreast of current and projected performance and trends
- Work closely with the Country Director, HQ Controller and Regional Finance Director in response to external and internal audits
- Supervise all financial staff in Cairo and Alexandria and serve as the point person for organization-related financial queries, coordinating all correspondence from Head Quarters in DC regarding wiring of cash, payments and other financial matters together with effective preparation of accurate cash forecasts and weekly cash positions
- Oversight of all field office accounting including monthly closing process, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and monthly reconciliation activities. All to be completed on a timely manner and in accordance with HQ standardized processes
- Monitor the review and clearance of vouchers for disbursement to vendors, contactors, consultants, suppliers and employees
- Develop, review, and punctually submit monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements/reports for donors as may be required by grant/donor agreements and in coordination with HQ accounting and HQ contracts and grants departments
- Ensure staff liaises with the authorized bank on day to day operational matters; ensure preparation and transmission of domestic and international wires, Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments (where available)
- Ensure that monthly timesheets of finance staff are signed and approved in a timely manner
- Ensure compliance with local statutes, including internal reviews and annual audits, etc.
- Maximize the use of our transactional accounting system - Deltek Costpoint, as well as the AMIDEAST’s proprietary, Pro-class (point of sale system)
- Manage the daily performance of finance staff and conducts their performance management evaluation in a conscience and timely manner
- Oversee training and development of accounting staff as required
- Other accounting/finance and analysis duties as assigned
- Demonstrate world class cultural attributes and behaviors in all interactions with country directors, project managers, department heads, and senior staff

**QUALIFICATIONS**
**_Required: _**
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, or related field required, Higher Degree or Certification preferable
- At least 8 years experience as an Operations and/or Finance Manager, preferably with a donor-funded project
- Holder of CPA/CMA professional certification
- Proficiency in English spoken and written
- Understanding of non-profits relative to FASB and GAAP rules
- Understanding of OMB Circulars A-110 and A-12

**The Role Objective**

The Commercial Finance role is an important position reporting into CFO and working closely with him to provide commercial advice. The role will involve working with senior management, business Units Heads and Functional Heads to help them create and drive the strategy. The Commercial Finance Manager leads the commercial management and control of clients to help build profitable long-term relationships, as well as being responsible for ensuring that the Company meets all its contractual obligations to clients.

**Detailed responsibilities**

**Commercial**

Provide commercial and financial leadership and support to assigned Business Unit,

department and Functional Heads.

(Re)negotiation of contracts and terms of business which reflect scope of work and ensure profitability, Control over scope of work and remuneration models. Help with local CEO/CFO/Sales Head in contract and procurement process to create income opportunities.

Assisting and reviewing proposals for existing clients, ensuring contract compliance and for new business pitches (working with the new business and Sales team and ops

directors).Contact for Client Procurement and proactively build and strengthen client

relationships, review and negotiation of client contracts with internal legal counsel support

Responsible for reviewing client contract terms identifying associated risks and unsuitable commercial terms

Support diversification of services/Products and advise on appropriate remuneration

models, assist in roll out of trading/products models and new initiatives to improve Gross Margin per Product and Client.

Review client profitability and identify potential areas of improvement, supporting client growth plan process

Ad hoc special project work and implementation of best practice measures

Provide periodic advice to client teams regarding Team Structure, Staff cost and segregation of responsibilities, checking forecasts against actual utilizations

Taking ownership of client profitability reporting

Monitoring contract compliance

Where appropriate recommend operational efficiencies
- consolidation of back office,

regional hubs etc

Analysis of staffing by department/Function/Client and team offering and building a staff and staff cost forecasting tool, review and approve requested staffing needs/staffing plans Client Reporting

Ensure optimal usage of resources and fair remuneration including validity of contracts and timely renewals

Reviewing internal and external profitability analysis, and developing strategy to improve long term profitability

Responsible for managing and tracking the financial component of client profitability and incentives and achievement of KPI's.

Performing ad-hoc internal and client analysis, as required Budgeting and Planning

Take ownership of forecast/budget predictions and reporting Analysis of variances between Actuals and Budgets/Forecasts

Work with CEO/CFO on Financial Simulations, Projections and Target Setting.

Liaising closely with the Shared Services Reporting Finance Manager Communication and relationship

Working as part of the regional team, build strong relationships with both regional and local stakeholders.

Foster relationships with Department and Functional Heads across markets to ensure their support and buy in to the development of your core areas of focus.

Develop collaborative ways of working tailored to each market’s needs.

**Key Performance Indicators**

Specific KPIs will be agreed after joining but key metrics for success in this area are:
Delivery of management team’s growth plan for markets

client profitability

Improved Gross Margin

Operational efficiency

**Skills**

A solid and proven track record in commercial/ finance operations

A clear financial understanding and a proven record in delivering financial benefit through actions/decision-making.

Demonstrable experience of managing tough client negotiations to completion

Financial acumen including budget control and client profitability

Knowledge of processes, tools and techniques

Client service skills and the ability to build relationships

Workflow management, i.e., organizational skills and time management

Project management, planning and implementation

Some experience of managing a team

The role aims to be recognized as trusted advisors in the hotel / hotels. This role supports the finance lead to attract and retains best-in-class finance professionals. This role assists in developing their finance team and enables them to Thrive. The role communicates with impact, ensures a robust control and compliance environment and supports to enable the EMEA finance management company value proposition, which is attractive to existing and new owners. The role partners within the hotel / hotels to maximize profit for our shareholders and owners and executes EMEA Operations Finance innovations and projects to deliver an industry leading efficient finance organization.
What will I be doing?

The Assistant Finance Manager will support all activities performed by the Finance Manasger, to include but not limited to, understanding and driving financial performance, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting and month-end closing activities, co-ordinating and reviewing monthly financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Uniform System of Accounts and Hilton policies and procedures. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

- Ensure a smooth operation of all hotel finance activities in full compliance with the policy, regulatory and contractual framework.
- Business partner with all hotel finance team members and the Hotel Management team, and supports the Finance Manager in developing excellent working relationships across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, including Commercial, IT, Procurement, Operations, Shared Service Centers (where applicable), Owners and Assett Managers as well as Regional Operations Finance.
- In absence of the Finance Manager, the Assistant Finance Manager will assume responsibilities of the department lead.
- Support the Finance Manager to develop best-in-class hotel Finance teams, including participation in all relevant Finance development programs.

**What are we looking for?**
- Ability to analyze large volume of complex financial information from many sources and create reports, forecasts, and projections
- Strong problem solving skills, including ability to effectively address any issue in collaboration with others as appropriate
- Ability to proactively identify and prevent potential problems
- Ability to help develop problem solving skills among direct reports and other team members as appropriate
- Ability to take initiative to identify, prioritize and implement all elements required for team to fulfill responsibilities
- Ability to manage and develop staff
- Detail oriented and organized
- Ability to develop presentations and effectively present to all levels of company, hotels & owners
- Strong communication and negotiation skills (all levels of management and external customers)
- Proficient in MS Excel, Word and Outlook with the ability to quickly learn new programs when required

Additional Preferences:

- University degree in Accounting or Finance

**What will it be like to work for Hilton?**

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

Description
As a Finance Manager, you will establish and maintain financial controls and processes through continuous auditing and reporting of both inputs and outputs. The ideal candidate relishes working with large volumes of data, enjoys the challenge of highly complex business contexts, and, above all else, is passionate about data and analytics. The candidate is comfortable with business intelligence tools and passionately partners with the business to identify strategic opportunities where data-backed insights drive value creation. An effective communicator, the candidate crisply translates analysis result into executive-facing business terms. The candidate works aptly with internal and external teams to push the projects across the finishing line. The candidate is a self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity, able to think big (while paying careful attention to detail), and enjoys working in a fast-paced and global team.
Key job responsibilities
Build review routines with the local business, including roll-out and training on related tools
- Own and develop robust mechanisms to inspect growth and profitability of our business, working closely with related business teams
- Establish controllership and approval mechanisms to manage day-to-day profitability
- Invent, simplify, and automate management reporting, working closely with owners in business and Business Intelligence teams across the Amazon world
- Provide strategic guidance, tactical direction, and decision support to business and finance partners
- Lead key analytical projects and contribute to reviews that influence senior leadership decision making
- Develop financial plans for both short and long- term planning exercises, aligning inputs with senior stakeholders worldwide
A day in the life
As a Finance Managers at this level, you take a hands-on role to boost our business performance and efficiency. You establish tight controls over our financials and develop a deep understanding of the mechanics behind our data, ensuring financial reporting is always accurate. You'll collaborate with partners in different areas worldwide to provide insights on improvements in our operational performance. That will involve deep diving into data, managing our planning processes, and giving team members guidance on more ambiguous areas of our financial environment.
Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years of multiple finance and accounting roles experience
- 6+ years of building financial and operational reports/data sets that inform business decision-making experience
- Experience performing ad hoc analysis using advanced Excel
- Experience building and managing financial models for business forecasting and problem solving
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of SQL/ETL
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At **voco Cairo Arabella Plaza** , we're creating a dynamic new destination where financial expertise meets vibrant hospitality. As our **Finance & Business Support Manager** , you'll play a vital role in shaping the financial foundation of our exciting pre-opening phase, ensuring every number tells the story of our success.
Your expertise will ensure we open strong, operate smarter, and grow sustainably. From pre-opening budgets to post-launch performance analysis, you'll establish our financial infrastructure, implementing systems, controls, and processes that will drive long-term success. This is your opportunity to build from the ground up, implement best practices, and become a strategic partner to our leadership team.
**A little taste of your day-to-day**
**_Every day is different, but you'll mostly be:_**
+ Design and implement the hotel's financial framework during this exciting pre-opening phase.
+ Lead, train, and motivate the finance team to achieve hotel revenue goals. Ensure the team has the information, market data, tools, and equipment to successfully carry out job duties. Provide direction to hotel employees on how decision-making impacts profits.
+ Develop and manage the pre-opening and operational budgets, ensuring alignment with business plans and IHG financial standards.
+ Oversee daily financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, income audit, and cashiering.
+ Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to ensure smooth financial operations and funding of key activities.
+ Prepare and review monthly financial statements, P&L reports, and variance analysis for senior leadership and ownership.
+ Ensure compliance with local tax laws, financial regulations, and internal audit policies.
+ Supervise the implementation and accuracy of accounting software, PMS interfaces, and inventory systems.
+ Coordinate procurement approval workflows, vendor payments, and capital expenditure processes.
+ Manage payroll oversight and liaise with HR to ensure accurate and timely salary disbursements.
+ Serve as the key liaison for external auditors, banks, and financial institutions.
+ Identify cost-saving initiatives, monitor departmental spending, and support profitability improvements across departments.
+ Support the General Manager with financial modeling, business case development, and strategic planning.
+ Use financial analysis, data trends, and market information to anticipate needs, identify operating/financial issues, and recommend actions to maximize financial return.
+ Create the annual operating budget for the property and provide analytical support during budget reviews to identify cost-saving and productivity opportunities for department heads.
**What we need from you:**
+ Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA/CMA is a plus.
+ 5+ years of financial management experience in hospitality.
+ Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis, and internal controls.
+ Proficiency in financial software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sun, or similar ERP systems) and Microsoft Excel.
+ Strong communication skills and the ability to present financial data to non-financial personnel.
+ Strong analytical and leadership skills.
+ Solid knowledge of local financial regulations and tax codes.
**What you can expect from us:**
We give our people everything they need to succeed, from a competitive salary that rewards all their hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help them live their best work life, impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the business.
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well - both inside and outside of work, and through my Wellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.
So, join us and you'll become part of our ever-growing global family.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
Join voco hotels where every hotel has its unique charm, and our thoughtful hosts create a home away from home. Step by step, we're on a journey towards a sustainable future, treating the planet the same way we do our guests. Seeking individuals with as much character as our vibrant hotels. If you thrive on genuine hospitality, your place is with us at voco hotels
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Description

**Reference Number: SRBLR04**
- Supporting the coordination of the Bank’s internal and external legal capacities in the performance of its legal function and working with internal legal staff and external parties as approved by Management;
- Preparation of a variety of legal documentation including transaction documentation designed to protect the interests of the Bank as lender, borrower, co-lender, service user or provider and in a wide range of other capacities;
- Negotiation of legal documents with the Bank’s legal counter-parties and under the guidance of Management;
- Providing legal advice to management and staff in all areas of the Bank’s activities and proffering solutions to legal problems, constraints, risks, options, consequences and approaches;
- Review legal documentation prepared for the Bank or arising from the work of the Bank;
- Representing the Bank internally and externally in negotiation, disputes, consultations and other proceedings that require legal representation;
- Participation in legal aspects of the Bank’s business and lending as well as borrowing operations including loan administration and various committees as management may specify; and
- Any other duties as assigned by senior management.

**Requirements: Qualification and Skill**
- A good first degree in English Common Law and either a relevant post-graduate degree from a recognised University or a Diploma in Legal practice from a recognised school in lieu;
- Professional legal practice and experience of not less than 8 years, with emphasis on the banking and finance industry is required, backed with demonstrated experience in any of the following areas; structured trade and corporate finance; project and asset-based finance; guarantees and specialised finance; financial institutions lending; sovereign lending;
- This is a Transactional Banking role with a focus on the lending activities of the Bank. Strong banking and finance law fundamentals are essential;
- Ability to communicate and function in a culturally diverse and change oriented setting with good knowledge of banking practices in Africa;
- Ability to interact with senior officials of banks, corporates and governments and to present legal advice on various management issues to the Bank's senior management and the Board;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of the Bank's other working languages is an added advantage (French, Arabic and Portuguese);
- Strong skills in drafting a variety of legal documents and communicating complex issues clearly and concisely;
- Ability to speedily grasp the essence, content and implications of the Bank’s constitutive documents to be able to provide advice on them;
- Ability to review under strict deadlines long and complex transactions and other legal documents;
- Negotiating skills and capacity to work with other professionals including non-legal professionals to develop innovative solutions to conflicting interests and positions; and
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including ability to organize and manage human resources to attain goals; and
- High levels of emotional intelligence and emotional resilience to be a good team player in a diverse legal team is a requirement;
**Contractual information**:

- Permanent
- Willing and able to relocate to Cairo

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