Finance Analyst - Venture Capital

ACCA Careers; Jid Hafs; On-site; BHD 15,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Bahrain is seeking a Finance Analyst to source and evaluate startup investment opportunities and support due diligence activities. The role requires strong financial modelling, valuations, and market analysis skills.

You will build financial models, monitor portfolio performance, and contribute to investment decision-making through rigorous analysis and clear presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business or related field.
• CFA, CAIA, FMVA etc would be an added advantage.
• 3–5 years of venture capital, private equity, investment banking, transaction advisory, corporate finance or similar analytical role.
• Strong financial modelling, valuation and analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication, presentation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate potential startup investment opportunities through inbound decks, industry mapping, and market trend analysis.
• Conduct due diligence by reviewing financial statements, business models, cap tables, and founder interviews.
• Prepare financial models, valuation analyses, unit economics framework, and growth projections for targets.
• Monitor portfolio company performance by tracking KPIs, assisting with valuations, and preparing portfolio reports.
• Research industry trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities aligned with the firm’s strategy.

Skills

Financial modelling

Valuation

Analytical skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Presentation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

CFA/CAIA/FMVA (advantage)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About The Job Finance Analyst - Venture Capital

Location: Bahrain

Employment: Hiring for client

Industry: Investment

Job Description

• Source and evaluate potential startup investment opportunities through inbound decks, industry sector mapping, and market trend analysis.
• Conduct due diligence by reviewing financial statements, business models, cap tables, and participating in founder interviews.
• Prepare financial models, valuation analyses, unit economics framework, and growth return projections for prospective targets.
• Monitor the performance of portfolio companies by tracking key KPIs, assisting with valuations, preparing portfolio reports, and supporting audit processes.
• Research industry trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies to identify investment opportunities aligned with the firm's strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• CFA, CAIA, FMVA etc would be an added advantage.
• 3–5 years of experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, transaction advisory, corporate finance, or a similar analytical role.
• Strong financial modelling, valuation, and analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.