Senior Finance Data Analyst II

About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric stands at the forefront of the global energy technology sector, pioneering advancements that electrify, automate, and digitalize industries, businesses, and households worldwide. By fostering open, interconnected ecosystems, our intelligent technologies—spanning devices, software-defined architectures, AI-powered systems, and digital services—enhance performance, resilience, and sustainability across buildings, data centers, factories, infrastructure, and grids. With a workforce of 160,000 employees and a network of one million partners spanning over 100 countries, Schneider Electric is recognized as a leader in corporate sustainability, consistently earning top rankings among the world’s most sustainable companies.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Finance Data Analyst II, MEA to spearhead finance data governance, quality, and transformation initiatives across the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region. This pivotal role sits at the nexus of Finance, Data Office, Digital, ERP, and Business teams, offering a high-visibility opportunity to drive strategic initiatives, shape finance data maturity, and contribute to transformative programs such as UNIFY and broader digital finance transformation efforts. If you are passionate about data governance, finance transformation, ERP programs, and enabling data-driven decision-making, this role provides the platform to influence enterprise-wide change and deliver measurable business impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the MEA finance data strategy in alignment with Schneider Electric’s global data vision and governance framework, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement in finance data quality across business units, countries, and functional teams.
• Data Governance & Quality: Own Finance Data KPIs, monitor performance metrics, and lead root-cause analyses to address systemic data quality issues, implementing corrective action plans to drive resolution and prevent recurrence.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and nurture the Finance Data Steward community and governance network across the MEA region, fostering collaboration and accountability among cross-functional teams.
• Transformation Programs: Actively participate in strategic transformation initiatives, including UNIFY and future digital finance programs, ensuring data readiness and seamless business adoption of enterprise analytics and reporting platforms.
• Change Management: Influence stakeholders across Finance, Data, Digital, and Business domains to drive adoption of a data-first finance operating model, leveraging strong change management and communication skills to facilitate organizational alignment.
• Analytical Excellence: Interpret complex financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to support strategic decision-making, while ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting and controlling processes.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced-level expertise in SAP ERP / S/4HANA, Business Intelligence & Reporting Solutions (e.g., DFL, SE Intel), and data governance frameworks.
• Functional Expertise: Deep understanding of finance data governance, financial reporting, controlling processes, and finance transformation methodologies, with hands-on experience in ERP deployment programs.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional stakeholder management, change management, and influencing skills, coupled with strong problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and strategic thinking capabilities. Proficiency in communication and presentation is essential for engaging with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Cultural Agility: Proven ability to thrive in a complex, international, and multicultural environment, with a track record of collaborating effectively across geographies and functions.

Education & Experience

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field. Candidates must demonstrate significant experience in Finance, Data Management, Finance Transformation, or ERP deployment programs, with a strong foundation in financial processes and reporting.

Why Join Schneider Electric?

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the finance data agenda for an entire region, lead high-impact transformation programs, and collaborate with senior stakeholders across Finance, Data, Digital, and Business domains. You will drive tangible business impact through data governance, analytics, and transformation initiatives while working within a collaborative, international environment. Schneider Electric is committed to your growth, offering access to learning and development programs, career advancement opportunities, and a Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being, performance, and future aspirations.