Head of Finance And Administration

BAGS Capital B.S.C; Manama; On-site; BHD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An investment firm in Bahrain is looking for a seasoned financial leader to oversee comprehensive financial operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and build a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in financial management, strong analytical skills, and a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting. This role is pivotal in driving strategic growth as the firm expands its investment offerings.

Qualifications

• 10 years experience with financial statements and reporting.
• Strong analytical skills in finance.
• Proven leadership experience in finance management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee comprehensive financial operations.
• Lead financial projections for commodity trading funds.
• Build and mentor a finance and administration team.

Skills

Financial Statements

Financial Reporting

Financial Modelling

Budgeting

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Company Description

BAGS Capital is a Bahrain-based investment firm, licensed by the Central Bank of Bahrain as the first Investment Firm Category 4 specialised in managing and operating investment funds with a focus on grain-trading funds.

Role Description

This is a CBB-regulated controlling function that will be pivotal in shaping our financial framework and driving strategic growth. You'll lead our financial and administration operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and build robust financial controls as we expand our investment product offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Control - Oversee comprehensive financial operations and regulatory compliance
• Strategic Modelling - Lead financial projections and modelling for commodity trading funds
• Cash Management - Optimize liquidity and funding arrangements across our investment products
• Regulatory Compliance - Ensure adherence to CBB requirements and asset management regulations
• Team Leadership - Build and mentor a high-performing finance and administration team

Qualifications & Experience

• 10 years Experience with Financial Statements, Financial Reporting, Financial Modelling and Budgeting
• Strong Analytical Skills and Finance Knowledge
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Proven experience in financial management and administration
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting
• Investment Funds acumen
• professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) is a plus
• Proficiency in financial software and tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills