Reconciliation Analyst - Financial Operations

First Abu Dhabi Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

First Abu Dhabi Bank is seeking a Reconciliation Analyst - Financial Operations in Abu Dhabi to ensure financial integrity across reconciliations and payment processes. The role focuses on managing discrepancies, supporting reporting, and driving efficiency within the finance function.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years in financial operations or reconciliation, a Bachelor’s in Finance or Accounting, and strong analytical capabilities to support audits and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in financial operations or reconciliation roles.
• Strong understanding of reconciliation processes and financial controls.
• Exposure to payments ecosystem and settlement processes is advantageous.
• High attention to detail with analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily reconciliation and exception management with accuracy.
• Prepare and maintain general ledger reconciliations and clear outstanding items.
• Escalate ageing discrepancies and document for audit tracking.
• Process financial vouchers for issuing and acquiring transactions per policy.
• Post monthly amortization entries for prepaid expenses and assist closing.

Skills

Financial reconciliation

General ledger management

Payments operations

Data analysis

Audit support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline

Job description

Job Snapshot

• Role: Reconciliation Analyst Financial Operations
• Location: Abu Dhabi UAE
• Industry: Banking
• Experience: 3 years
• Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Reconciliation Analyst - Financial Operations in Abu Dhabi UAE within the Banking industry is an active hiring opportunity for professionals specializing in financial controls, reconciliations, and payment operations. This role supports accurate financial reporting, exception handling, and process efficiency across card and payment-related accounts.

Job Details

Country: UAE City: Abu Dhabi Industry: Banking Function: Accounting and Finance Salary: 10000-15000 (Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Abu Dhabi; please confirm the final offer with the employer.) Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

This role ensures financial integrity by managing reconciliations, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining control over general ledger accounts. It contributes to operational accuracy, audit readiness, and continuous improvement within financial operations and payments processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily reconciliation and exception management activities with strong attention to accuracy
• Prepare and maintain general ledger account reconciliations, ensuring timely clearance of outstanding items
• Escalate ageing discrepancies and maintain proper documentation for audit tracking
• Process financial vouchers related to issuing and acquiring transactions in line with internal policies
• Post monthly amortization entries for prepaid expenses and support financial closing activities
• Prepare monthly inputs and support account balance substantiation for reporting purposes
• Coordinate with internal teams such as operations, finance, and technology to resolve reconciliation issues
• Maintain audit trails, proper records, and compliance with internal financial control frameworks
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations
• Contribute to process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancement feedback
• Assist in testing activities related to system updates impacting reconciliation processes

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline
• Minimum 3 years of experience in financial operations or reconciliation roles
• Strong understanding of reconciliation processes and financial controls
• Exposure to payments ecosystem and settlement processes is advantageous
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage deadlines and work under pressure in a structured environment
• Effective communication and collaboration skills

Skills Set

• Financial reconciliation and general ledger management
• Payments operations and settlement processes
• MS Excel and financial reporting tools
• Audit support and compliance controls
• Data analysis and exception handling
• Process improvement and automation support

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work within a structured financial operations environment
• Exposure to payment systems and banking transaction processes
• Career growth in finance, accounting, and operations roles
• Stable and process-driven work environment
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience

About the Company

First Abu Dhabi Bank is the UAE's largest financial institution, known for its strong financial controls, operational excellence, and advanced banking infrastructure. The bank continues to enhance its financial operations through automation, accuracy, and compliance-driven processes.