Financial Analyst

160over90; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing agency in Dubai is seeking a Finance Partner to support its regional operations. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in finance or accounting, excellent Excel skills, and the ability to work effectively across teams. This permanent position offers a diverse mix of responsibilities from cost management to cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in finance or accounting, ideally in a project-based creative agency.
• Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to thrive under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support finance operations for the agency’s regional activities.
• Monitor cash flow and track project expenses.
• Manage project financials including accurate cost centre allocation.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Communication

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Who We Are:

160over90 is an award-winning global marketing agency which forges stronger human connections and creates shared moments where people feel something real. With 800 thinkers, doers, and makers across every cultural corner of the world, the agency offers a full-service, channel-agnostic approach and a deep connection to the people, places, and properties that drive the conversation of tomorrow. 160over90 works with leading brands including AB InBev, Amazon, Coca-Cola, DP World, Macy’s, Marriott International, McDonald’s, Verizon and Visa. 160over90 is part of WME Group, a global representation business comprising the world’s leading talent, intellectual property and brands.

What You'll Do:

• Finance Partnering: Play a critical role in supporting the finance function for the agency’s regional operations
• Cost Validation & Compliance: Oversee the vouching process with precision for biggest client in the region—verifying, allocating, and documenting costs in line with both client requirements and internal policies.
• Cash Flow & Cost Management: Monitor cash flow, track expenses, and support proactive cost control measures to ensure financial efficiency across projects
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Liaise effectively with Operations, Account Management, Strategy, and client-side finance teams to support project execution and financial alignment
• Project Financials: Ensure accurate cost centre allocation, diligent PO tracking, and timely vendor payments that align with project deliverables and timelines
• Compliance & Controls: Uphold internal financial controls while ensuring compliance with client financial requirements and audit standards
• Project Closure & Reconciliation: Manage project reconciliations and closures within SAP, including reallocation of miscoded costs
• Reporting & Invoicing: Maintain and update activation cost reports, issue and upload invoices to customer portals, and manage follow-ups on outstanding payments
• Vendor Management: Process vendor invoices efficiently, ensuring timely and accurate payment cycles

You Have These:

• 1–3 years of experience in finance or accounting, ideally within a project-based or creative agency environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP or other ERP systems is a strong plus
• Strong communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams and cultures
• Fluent in English
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Self-starter with the ability to thrive under pressure and juggle competing priorities

Working Conditions:

Permanent, Dubai

Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm

160/90 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that encourages applications from qualified, eligible candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences regardless of race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.