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This leadership role is responsible for managing accounts payable and receivable operations guiding a team of 12 professionals and driving continuous process improvement. The successful candidate will build strong cross-functional relationships and contribute to strategic finance initiatives across the region.\nKey Responsibilities\nLead and support the Operational Finance and Credit Control teams providing guidance on complex queries and dispute resolution.\nOversee the analysis and processing of expense reports and invoices ensuring accuracy and compliance.\nApprove payments and employee reimbursements via the expense platform.\nEnsure accurate accounting treatment reconciliations and financial reporting.\nManage corporate credit card programs and travel expense platforms (Concur & CWT).\nDevelop and implement policies and structures for effective credit control and cash collection aligned with compliance standards.\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with brokers clients sales and client management teams to ensure timely debt resolution.\nMentor and develop team members to reach their full potential.\nDeliver ad hoc financial analysis and support strategic projects across the Middle East and Africa region.\nCollaborate with other finance teams to achieve departmental goals.\nCandidate Profile\nProven leadership experience with a minimum of 3 years in a management role.\nStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.\nResults-driven mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.\nEffective problem solver with a strategic and analytical approach.\nExcellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams.\nCustomer-focused with a track record of building trust and strong relationships.\nHands-on team player willing to contribute across the broader finance function.\nStrong verbal and written communication skills.\nExperience with Oracle or similar general ledger systems is a plus.\nCore Competencies\nLearning and Applying Quickly\nDrives Vision and Purpose\nDevelops Talent\nProblem Solving\nPerseverance\nCustomer Focus\nPriority Setting\nOrganizing\nAbout Cigna Healthcare\nCigna Healthcare a division of The Cigna Group is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. 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