Data Analyst

Job description / Role

Location:

UAE (Dubai)

Contract duration:

12 months

Employment type:

Full-time contract

About the role

We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented data analyst to support a major accounting transition from SAP R3 to SAP S/4HANA. The role involves working closely with finance, accounting, and technical teams across multiple regions, ensuring accurate data collection, validation, and migration into the new SAP landscape.

The ideal candidate should be proficient in advanced Excel, possess strong communication skills, and be capable of coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure smooth and accurate transition activities. This position will be based primarily in the UAE and is a 12-month project-based contract.

Key responsibilities

• Support the migration of financial and accounting data from SAP R3 to SAP S/4HANA.
• Conduct data cleaning, validation, and transformation activities to prepare information for migration.
• Collaborate with regional and global teams to gather accurate information and resolve data gaps.
• Work closely with stakeholders to ensure completeness and correctness of financial data.
• Regularly follow up with relevant departments to ensure timely delivery of required inputs.
• Develop reports, trackers, and reconciliation sheets using advanced Excel (Pivot tables, XLOOKUP, Power Query, etc.).
• Participate in testing cycles (UAT/SIT) by validating migrated data and identifying discrepancies.
• Provide clear documentation and support materials for post-migration continuity.
• Maintain strong communication flow between finance, operations, and IT teams.

Required skills & qualifications

• Proven experience as a data analyst, preferably within finance, accounting, or ERP transition projects.
• Good understanding of SAP environments (SAP R3 and/or SAP S/4HANA) is an advantage.
• Strong advanced Excel skills: Pivot tables, XLOOKUP, formulas, data cleansing, Power Query, etc.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy when working with large datasets.
• Ability to coordinate across multi-country or regional teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in data migration, ERP implementation, or accounting system transitions.
• Background in accounting, finance, or data management.
• Experience working in multinational organizations.

About the Company

We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world's most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise - 3600 offices in over 80 countries - we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:

• IT & Telecommunications
• Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
• Banking, Finance & Legal
• Sales & Business Development
• Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
• Human Resources & Training
• Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
• Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
• Executive Recruitment
• Emiratization Solutions
• Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
• Managed Service Provider Solutions
• Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
• Outsourced Staffing Solutions