Finance Associate - Fintech, IFRS & Shariah

Zain Bahrain; Manama; On-site; BHD 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Zain Bahrain's subsidiary fintech arm, Bede, seeks a Finance Associate to support daily financial operations, reporting, budgeting, and compliance within a fast-paced, Shariah-compliant environment.

You will collaborate with internal teams, regulators, auditors and banking partners to maintain accurate records in Oracle ERP and ensure adherence to IFRS and CBB standards.

A 0–2 year track record in finance operations with IFRS exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field.
• ACCA, CPA, CMA, or CFA qualifications preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in finance operations with IFRS/CBB knowledge.
• Familiarity with Shariah principles is a plus.
• Experience with Oracle ERP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records in the ERP system and support AP/AR, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and GL activities.
• Verify supplier invoices for accuracy and compliance; follow up on payments and discrepancies.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders for transaction approvals and month-end closing; prepare prepayments, accruals, and schedules.
• Assist budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting; support audits.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Shariah principles understanding

Analytical skills

Excel skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

ACCA/CPA/CMA/CFA preferred

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Zain Bahrain's subsidiary fintech arm, Bede, seeks a Finance Associate to support daily financial operations, reporting, budgeting, and compliance within a fast-paced, Shariah-compliant environment.

You will collaborate with internal teams, regulators, auditors and banking partners to maintain accurate records in Oracle ERP and ensure adherence to IFRS and CBB standards.

A 0–2 year track record in finance operations with IFRS exposure is preferred.