Financial Analyst

Job Description

We are seeking to hire a qualified and experienced Financial Analyst to join a dynamic team supporting large-scale projects and financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret financial and statistical data to assess financial performance and develop key financial indicators.
• Prepare financial forecasts related to expenditures, procurement, revenues, and project performance.
• Analyze historical financial results and variances to support financial control and quality improvement.
• Monitor financial status by comparing actual results against budgets, forecasts, and performance indicators.
• Assist in developing financial policies, costing procedures, and financial control processes for projects.
• Continuously monitor financial plans, budgets, commitments, contracts, purchase requests, and outstanding balances across multiple projects.
• Ensure ongoing reconciliation between financial transactions and approved budgets.
• Prepare periodic and ad-hoc financial reports for management covering expenses, revenues, obligations, and project status updates.
• Prepare quarterly financial performance reports including variance analysis, project evaluations, KPI tracking, and recommendations for performance enhancement.
• Develop professional dashboards, charts, presentations, and visual financial reports using interactive and analytical tools.
• Coordinate closely with the accounting team to ensure proper and timely recording of revenues and expenses.
• Prepare financial models, analytical reports, and business presentations as requested.
• Support operational teams by providing timely financial information and analysis.
• Assist in organizing and standardizing financial monitoring and reporting templates and procedures.
• Participate in transferring knowledge, documenting processes, and supporting team capability development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Commerce, or related business disciplines.
• Professional certifications or advanced financial analysis qualifications are considered an advantage.
• Experience Requirements
• Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience in accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, variance analysis, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations, procurement processes, and contractual financial controls.
• Previous experience handling multiple assignments under pressure and within tight deadlines.
• Prior experience in consulting firms or large institutional environments is highly preferred.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication skills in both Arabic and English (written and verbal).
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Experience in dashboard creation and data visualization tools such as Power BI.
• Strong presentation and reporting skills with the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly and concisely.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality deliverables.
• Ability to train team members and effectively transfer knowledge.

Additional Requirements

• Arabic language proficiency is mandatory.
• Preference will be given to candidates aged 35 years or below.
• Commitment to official working hours and professional work standards.