Finance Senior Associate

Job Description

<strong>Line of Service</strong><p><br></p>Internal Firm Services<p><br></p><strong>Industry/Sector</strong><p><br></p>Not Applicable<p><br></p><strong>Specialism</strong><p><br></p>IFS – Finance<p><br></p><strong>Management Level</strong><p><br></p>Senior Associate<p><br></p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong><p><br></p><strong>Job Description &amp; Summary</strong><p><br></p>Support the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring adherence to deadlines and reporting requirements.<p><br></p>Assist the Country finance lead in the detailed monthly, quarterly and annual review of the trial balance.<p><br></p>Support the timely completion of statutory financial statements.<p><br></p>Collaborate with Firm tax to manage local tax reporting, including VAT, WHT, CIT, payroll taxes, and ensure regulatory compliance within specified deadlines.<p><br></p>Collaborate with the Firm tax team and authorities to address any tax-related queries or issues.<p><br></p>Conduct ad hoc financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.<p><br></p>Provide insights and recommendations to the Country Finance Lead to assist in decision-making.<p><br></p>Support the Country Finance Lead in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.<p><br></p>Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate budgeting and monitoring of financial performance.<p><br></p>Oversee the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and accounting entries.<p><br></p>Perform regular reconciliations and review journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.<p><br></p>Monitor and manage cash flow, including cash position reports, cash movement between banks, and ensuring payment requirements are met.<p><br></p>Assist in maintaining effective financial controls and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.<p><br></p>Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including financial controls, statutory reporting, procurement, and treasury, to ensure effective coordination and alignment of financial activities.<p><br></p>Support internal and external audits, ensuring timely provision of required documentation and addressing audit findings.<p><br></p>Ensure compliance with legal requirements, annual licenses, and registration certificates.<p><br></p>Including such other duties that may be assigned to you by your manager (do not remove)<p><br></p>Financial Management,<p><br></p>Accounting expertise,<p><br></p>Communication,<p><br></p>Analytical Skills,<p><br></p>Strategic Thinking<p><br></p>Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.<p><br></p>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.<p><br></p>Advanced proficiency in financial software and MS Excel.<p><br></p>Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.<p><br></p>Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders.<p><br></p>Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.<p><br></p>English; Arabic preferred<p><br></p>A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field, professional certification such as CPA or CA,<p><br></p>A minimum of 3 Years<p><br></p><strong>Education </strong><em>(if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)</em><p><br></p><strong><u>Degrees/Field Of Study Required</u></strong><p><br></p>Degrees/Field of Study preferred:<p><br></p><strong>Certifications </strong><em>(if blank, certifications not specified)</em><p><br></p><strong><u>Required Skills</u></strong><p><br></p><strong>Optional Skills</strong><p><br></p><strong>Desired Languages </strong><em>(If blank, desired languages not specified)</em><p><br></p><strong><u>Travel Requirements</u></strong><p><br></p><strong>Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?</strong><p><br></p><strong>Government Clearance Required?</strong><p><br></p><strong>Job Posting End Date</strong>