Senior Financial Analyst

About the Role

Location and Work Arrangement

• The role is based in Doha, Qatar.
• Work location is in person.
• The posting states that candidates must currently reside in Qatar.

Employment Type

• This is a temporary six-month position.

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and strategic financial plans.
• Monitor financial performance, identify variance drivers, and recommend corrective actions.
• Review departmental budgets for alignment with business objectives and financial guidelines.
• Develop financial models, projections, and business cases for operational and strategic initiatives.
• Analyze costs, identify savings opportunities, and recommend process improvements.
• Maintain and monitor financial and operational KPIs.

Strategic and Operational Support

• Support investment evaluations, new business initiatives, and feasibility studies through detailed financial analysis.
• Prepare and present financial reports and recommendations to senior management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on budgeting, financial planning, and performance management.
• Provide financial guidance to business stakeholders and support decision-making.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and departmental objectives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, or financial planning.
• Strong experience in financial reporting, variance analysis, and business performance evaluation.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial management tools.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and financial controls.
• A professional qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is stated as preferred in the main qualifications section and required in the application fields.
• Experience in large corporate or multinational environments is advantageous.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, financial modeling ability, and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong business acumen, commercial awareness, attention to detail, accuracy, and professional integrity.