Finance Manager

Propel Consult; Manama; On-site; BHD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Propel Consult is seeking a strategic Finance Director to shape financial policy, drive planning, and optimize profitability across the business.

You will lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and risk controls, partnering with senior management to enable growth while ensuring regulatory compliance. The role requires 7–10 years in finance, professional certification preferred, and a proven ability to build high‑performing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field.
• Professional certification (CPA, CMA, CFA, ACCA) preferred.
• Master's degree in finance, MBA, or related field is an advantage.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards, and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Experience in managing cash flow, investments, and financial risk.
• Experience in leading and managing finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business goals.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Manage cash flow, investments, and overall financial performance.
• Prepare and review financial reports and provide management insights.
• Ensure compliance with financial laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Establish and maintain effective financial controls and risk management.
• Lead and manage the finance and accounting team.
• Work closely with senior management to support business growth and profitability.
• Liaise with auditors, banks, investors, and other financial stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve costs, efficiency, and financial performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Financial insights

Integrity

ERP software

Excel modeling

Stakeholder mgmt

Time management

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Professional certification (CPA/CMA/CFA/ACCA) preferred

Master's in Finance/MBA preferred

7–10 years progressive finance experience

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ACTIVITIESGeneral

• Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with business goals.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Manage cash flow, investments, and overall financial performance.
• Prepare and review financial reports and provide management insights.
• Ensure compliance with financial laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Establish and maintain effective financial controls and risk management.
• Lead and manage the finance and accounting team.
• Work closely with senior management to support business growth and profitability.
• Liaise with auditors, banks, investors, and other financial stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve costs, efficiency, and financial performance.

BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEQualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA, ACCA) is preferred.
• Master's degree in Finance, MBA, or related field is an advantage.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or financial management.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, accounting standards, and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Experience in managing cash flow, investments, and financial risk.
• Experience in leading and managing finance teams.

Skills

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to provide actionable financial insights to senior management.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills and financial modeling capabilities.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.