Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned

Financial Analyst with 8-10 years of experience to join our team and contribute

to our continued success. The ideal candidate will have a strong business

acumen with a background in financial analysis, excellent attention to detail

and a strong knowledge of financial laws and regulations in the UAE, KSA and

Singapore.



Main



Accountabilities:



Financial

Analysis: Conduct comprehensive

financial analysis to provide management with definitive financial data and

advice for their use in setting and realizing profit objectives. This includes

analysing financial data, tracking financial performance, creating complex

financial models to support business decisions, analyse trends, variances, and

financial performance against benchmarks.





Financial

Reporting: Prepare

and present accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial and management reports.

These include consolidating and analysing financial data, taking into account

the company's goals and financial standing. Provide analysis and insights to

senior management.





Budgeting

and Forecasting: Lead

the annual budgeting and forecasting processes ensuring alignment with

strategic goals. Develop financial projections and scenarios to support

business planning. This includes analysing variances and initiating corrective

actions.





Strategic

Planning: Participate

in strategic planning and budget development. This includes providing creative

alternatives and recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial

performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement

strategic initiatives. Provide financial input for business cases, capital

investments, and strategic projects.





Cost

Management: Identify

cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies. Monitor and control expenditures to

ensure adherence to budgets.





Risk

Management: Identify and

evaluate potential areas of financial risk and make recommendations for risk

mitigation strategies. This includes conducting business studies on past,

future and comparative performance and developing forecast models. Ensure

compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.





Performance

Monitoring: Track key

financial and operational metrics. Develop dashboards and reporting tools to

provide real-time insights to management.



Job



Specification:



Bachelor's

or higher degree in Commerce/Accounting/Finance.





Professional

qualification (CFA, CA, CPA, CIMA, MBA or equivalent) is highly desirable.





8-10

years of relevant work experience preferably with experience in the Education

and Real Estate Development industries.





In-depth

understanding of IFRS, Corporate Tax and VAT regulations





Strong

analytical and quantitative skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in financial

modelling and analysis. Experience on tools such as Power BI and should possess

excellent presentation skills.





Advanced

knowledge of financial systems, ERP software, and Microsoft Office Suite

(Excel, PowerPoint, Word).





Excellent

verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex

financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.





Ability

to work independently under pressure and meet tight deadlines with minimal

daily supervision, taking ownership of tasks and projects.





Strong

negotiation skills and ability to build relationships and influence

decision-making will be key to your effectiveness in this role.





A

team player with a knack for documenting workflows and processes.





A

collaborative mindset is essential, as you'll be working closely with

colleagues across departments to achieve common goals. Your willingness to

share knowledge, support your teammates, and contribute to a positive work

environment will be highly valued.



If you're a self-starter with a

passion for financial analysis and reporting with a proven track record of

success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.