FP&A Performance lead - Strategic

Job Purpose 
The purpose of this role is to act as Business Partner to Al Ahram Beverages Company’s management in shaping business performance and enabling strategy execution by enhancing financial transparency, strengthening governance, and embedding robust planning and forecasting processes. It is accountable for leading the planning cycle, ensuring accuracy and discipline in financial reporting, and developing frameworks, processes, and governance that effectively support ABC’s strategic ambitions.

Duties and Responsibilities
Process and Control Operations 
1.    Lead the annual strategic planning process, including long-term financial plans and scenario modeling. 
2.    Partner with senior stakeholders to translate business strategy into financial outcomes. 
3.    Provide actionable insights to support strategic initiatives, investments, and business growth opportunities. 
4.    Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on financial implications of key decisions. 
5.    Drive monthly and quarterly performance reviews, ensuring clear visibility on KPIs and financial results. 
6.    Analyze variances versus budget, forecast, and prior year; identify risks and opportunities. 
7.    Lead performance tracking frameworks and ensure alignment with strategic objectives. 
8.    Challenge business assumptions and drive accountability across functions.
Reports and Forecasting
9.    Own and lead rolling forecasts and annual budgeting cycles. 
10.    Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of financial projections. 
11.    Develop and enhance forecasting methodologies and tools. 
12.    Coordinate cross-functional inputs to deliver integrated financial plans. 
13.    Deliver high-quality financial analysis, including profitability, cost optimization, and ROI assessments. 
14.    Provide forward-looking insights to support proactive decision-making. 
15.    Identify key business drivers and translate data into meaningful recommendations. 
16.    Support business cases for strategic projects and investments.
Process Improvement & Governance
17.    Drive continuous improvement of FP&A processes, tools, and reporting capabilities. 
18.    Enhance automation, standardization, and data accuracy across reporting cycles. 
19.    Ensure strong financial governance, compliance, and adherence to internal policies. 
20.    Support implementation of best practices and benchmarking initiatives. 
Stakeholder Management
21.    Collaborate closely with Finance, Commercial, Supply Chain, and other business functions. 
22.    Present financial insights to senior management and executive leadership. 
23.    Influence decision-making through clear, concise, and impactful communication.