Anzaa Consultants

Overview
We are seeking a seasoned finance leader to head the Middle East &amp; Africa (MEA) finance function for a fast-growing FMCG organization. This role will be responsible for driving financial strategy, ensuring robust governance, and partnering with business leaders to enable sustainable growth across diverse markets.
Key Responsibilities:
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<li>Lead the overall finance function for MEA, including FP&amp;A, controllership, compliance, and treasury</li>
<li>Drive financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting across multiple geographies</li>
<li>Partner with business heads to enhance profitability, cost optimization, and revenue growth</li>
<li>Ensure strong financial governance, internal controls, and regulatory compliance across markets</li>
<li>Own regional P&amp;L and deliver insights to support strategic decision-making</li>
<li>Lead cash flow management, working capital optimization, and capital allocation</li>
<li>Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing regional finance team</li>
<li>Collaborate closely with global stakeholders on reporting, audits, and strategic initiatives</li>
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Must Have
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<li>Chartered Accountant (CA) – mandatory</li>
<li>12+ years of progressive finance experience, preferably within FMCG or consumer businesses</li>
<li>Strong experience managing multi-country or regional finance operations</li>
<li>Proven track record of handling large P&amp;L responsibilities and business partnering</li>
<li>Understanding of MEA markets is a strong advantage</li>
<li>High ownership mindset, energy, and a positive, solution-oriented approach</li>
<li>Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills</li>
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