The Senior Financial Analyst -12 Months Contract

People Dynamics; Doha; On-site; QAR 254,000 - 328,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Qatari company is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to enhance efficiency in financial processes. The analyst will prepare financial reports and budgets, collaborate with management, and ensure compliance with accounting regulations. Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting and at least 6 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Arabic and English is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of related experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of IFRS, cost accounting, and management reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in financial processes.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports for management and external parties.
• Collaborate directly with executive management.
• Ensure timely preparation of periodic financial statements.

Skills

Advanced experience in using Dynamic 365 or similar ERP system

High communications skills in Arabic and English

Problem-solving ability

Advanced knowledge of accounting and financial principles

Ability to communicate with other parties

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Specialized certification preferred, qualified in IFRS or Diploma

Specialized certifications include CPA / ACCA / CA / CMA

Job description

Overview

About the job

Job title: Senior Financial Analyst - Planning & Reporting

Duty station: Doha, HQ

Job Type: Full-Time Employment (Contractual/deputation)

Duration: 1 year contract (on payrolls of Qatari Company, PPL Dynamics an iHorizons Qatar Company) – https://ppldynamics.com/about-us/

ONLY QATAR BASED CANDIDATES WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS ROLE.

Role Details

Description:

The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for leading continuous improvement initiatives to drive efficiency in financial processes by providing accurate and timely financial reports, analysing the annual budget while ensuring compliance with rules and regulations, and preparing external and internal financial reports and regulatory filings on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

This role collaborates directly with executive management to ensure that accounting processes are conducted efficiently and accurately, and to address the CEO's questions regarding financial results.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the guidelines and instructions for the period-end closing cycle.
• Process the period-end closing cycle in a timely and effective manner including:
• Expenses, Accounts Payable & Other Creditors closing.
• Revenues, Accounts Receivable & Other Debtors closing.
• Ensure that periodic financial statements are timely prepared to share with management.
• Perform financial statements analysis in a timely manner and build understanding of financial figures.
• Prepare annual budget with analysis and explanations based on discussions with related departments.
• Prepare financial slides for the board meeting and present the annual budget to the board.
• Ensure proper treatment for all transactions related to:
• Fixed Assets.
• Investment properties.
• Financial Instruments.
• Support and coordinate with external auditors by providing the Audit requirements and ensuring reconciliations and schedules are accurate as per the accounting system.
• Ensure all transactions are recorded and verified in a timely manner to aid decision-making and financial stability.

Experience

Minimum 6 years of related experience.

Skills

Advanced experience in using Dynamic 365 or similar ERP system.

High communications skills in Arabic and English including writing reports and presentation skills.

Problem-solving ability.

Advanced knowledge of accounting and financial principles and tools (IFRS), cost accounting and management reporting.

Ability to communicate with other parties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• Specialized certification preferred, qualified in IFRS or Diploma.
• Specialized certifications include CPA / ACCA / CA / CMA.