Manager Financial Budgeting & Business Planning (Qatarization)

Qatar National Bank; Doha; On-site; QAR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled finance professional to join their Business Partnering and budgeting team. This role requires a strong background in financial reporting and strategy, with a minimum of 6 years of experience in a major bank. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills in English and preferably Arabic, along with the ability to build relationships and deliver results under pressure. Join a leading bank in the Middle East and Africa, where your contributions will significantly impact the organization’s financial success and community support initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in a major bank.
• Professional certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work for the Business Partnering and budgeting team.
• Deliver results under pressure and build relationships.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Knowledge of financial reporting processes

Proficiency in Financial Strategy tools

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to deliver under pressure

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor degree in finance or related subjects

Professional certification (CPA, CA, CMA, CFA)

Job description

Established in 1964 as the country’s first Qatari-owned commercial bank, QNB Group has steadily grown to become the largest bank in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region.

QNB Group’s presence through its subsidiaries and associate companies extends to more than 31 countries across three continents providing a comprehensive range of advanced products and services. The total number of employees is more than 28,000 serving up to 20 million customers operating through 1,000 locations, with an ATM network of 4,300 machines.

QNB has maintained its position as one of the highest rated regional banks from leading credit rating agencies including Standard & Poor’s (A), Moody’s (Aa3) and Fitch (A+). The Bank has also been the recipient of many awards from leading international specialised financial publications.

Based on the Group’s consistent strong financial performance and its expanding international presence, QNB currently ranks as the most valuable bank brand in the Middle East and Africa, according to Brand Finance Magazine.

QNB Group has an active community support program and sponsors various social, educational and sporting events.

Job Purpose Summary:

The incumbent will work for the Business Partnering and budgeting team.

Education / Experience Requirements:

1. Bachelor degree preferably in finance, accountancy or related subjects.
2. Professional certification such as CPA, CA, CMA, CFA etc. is a plus.
3. Minimum of 6 years’ experience in a major bank.

Required Special Skills:

1. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic (preferred).
2. Knowledge of financial reporting processes and related pronouncements, including but not limited to IFRS, IAS etc.
3. Proficiency in Financial Strategy tools / techniques including budgetary and transfer pricing mechanism.
4. Well-developed analytical and interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to deliver under pressure.
6. Ability to build relationships across the organization to deliver results.