Senior Finance Analyst

Focal Tech Inc; Doha; On-site; QAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in Qatar is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst to oversee financial processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in finance, strong analytical and communication skills, and a Bachelor's degree. This role involves preparing financial reports, managing reconciliations, and supporting risk management strategies within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of prior experience in a broad finance role.
• Hands-on experience of preparing financial reports and statements.
• Understanding of fintech or financial services and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate monthly financial position along with profit and loss statements.
• Manage reconciliation function and maintain financial policies.
• Ensure compliance with financial standards and prepare for audits.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Financial software

Accounting tools

Job description

Purpose

The Senior Finance Analyst role is an essential part of finance operation function; it is a crucial role in ensuring OFS’s financial processes are conducted to deliver accurate and reliable financial reporting in a timely manner. Reporting to OFS’s Head of Finance, the role is part of a finance operation function that is responsible for ensuring efficient and effective fintech operations, financial accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Context

OFS is an established Operating Company and country within OFTI LLC., an innovative and dynamic start-up fintech company. We offer the heritage and stability of a hugely successful founding group combined with the unlimited ambition and passion of a talented team building intuitive, secure and convenient money management and payment tools for everyday people. Working with us presents a unique and exciting opportunity to make a difference and be part of a revolution where we are leveraging financial technology to provide accessible, empowering tools.

Role Accountabilities

• Deliver accurate monthly financial position along with profit and losses statement on a timely manner.
• Manage reconciliation function for both transaction level and reported financials.
• Maintain respective financial policies & processes governed by ICOFR, accurately and efficiently
• Ensure compliance with all appropriate financial standards as well as, regulator laws and obligations.
• Preparation for financial audits – ensuring all financial records and documents are accurate.
• Identifying financial risk and supporting the development of appropriate controls and risk mitigation
• Deputising for the Finance Manager, as requested

Key Performance Indicators (KPI's)

1. 
   Financial Reporting
   1. Quality
   2. Timeliness
2. Data accuracy
3. Compliance
   1. Audit and other regulatory check preparedness
   2. Ensuring and maintaining adherence to all appropriate financial regulations
4. Risk Management
   1. Identifying and escalating potential financial risks or issues
   2. Actively progressing and supporting risk mitigation strategies
5. Continuous Professional Development to maintain professional accreditations and certifications
6. 
   Team player

Experience

• Min 5 years prior experience in a broad finance role and will ideally have exposure to and understanding of fintech or financial services and regulatory requirements
• Hands-on experience of preparing financial reports and statements – revenue, cashflow and balance sheet
• Use of financial software and accounting tools

Minimum Entry Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or similar discipline.

Personal Profile

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  Operates to the highest level of detail and accuracy.
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  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - able to analyse, interpret and report on complex data sets in the provision of valuable financial reports and insights

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  Works to the highest standards of ethics and integrity
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  Adaptable and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
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  Great communication skills to work effectively with internal colleagues and external stakeholders
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  Strong focus on continuous improvement of both processes and own skills