Senior Financial Analyst

Support month-end and year-end closing activities to meet reporting deadlines. Analyse financial performance and provide commentary on key variances against budget, forecast, and prior periods. Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances. Ensure completeness and accuracy of income for HRMS department. Prepare and review journal entries, accruals and adjustments. Report realisation and project profitability for HRMS projects. Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing accurate financial data and insights. Ensure compliance with IFRS and company accounting policies. Assist with tax, commercial finance and operational teams on accounting and reporting matters. Advise the business on financial issues, including FX and tax. Review the monthly expat payroll. Ensure they are as per HR data and that amounts are calculated and booked correctly. Verify that supporting documents are on file for joiners, leavers, and those with contract amendments. Have a firm understanding of DIFC Employment Law and Iraq personal tax calculations. Assist in attending and resolving payroll queries and issues. Provide ad hoc financial support to HRMS department as required. Provide financial support to HRMS Executive Committee as required. Assist in the setup and reporting requirements of new legal entities and business expansions. Assist with local statutory and group reporting requirements as required Assist with internal and external audits as required. Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, automate tasks, and enhance financial controls. Assist Financial Controller and Regional Finance Director as required.

Desired Candidate Profile

Experience of management accounting Experience in an analytical accounting role Experience of preparing budgets and forecasts Experienced user of MS Excel Experience of providing financial support in a consulting business Experience of providing commercial support, including pricing Experience of audit Experience of working in a global business Experience of statutory accounting Candidates must have a reached part qualified status in a recognised accounting qualification