Financial Analysis Specialist📣 Job Ad

Join the World Bank as a Finance Analyst!
Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? The World Bank provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. As the largest development bank in the world, we offer loans, guarantees, risk management products, and advisory services to middle-income and creditworthy low-income countries.

About the Role:
The Finance Analyst will support budget activities by preparing budgets, producing reports, and performing budget analysis. They will maintain policies and controls, contribute to budget planning, and foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Manage the financial and accounting aspects of the organization.
• Establish and enforce accounting policies.
• Prepare financial reports and conduct analyses.

Qualifications:
To qualify, you need a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business, Finance, Management, or a relevant discipline, plus at least two years of relevant experience. Proficiency in budget/finance systems such as SAP and Power BI is required.

We seek an excellent team player, comfortable working with large datasets, and possessing robust analytical skills.

Work Environment:
We offer comprehensive benefits, including retirement plans, medical insurance, and paid leave, promoting an equal opportunity and inclusive workplace.

Join Steer Studios as a Senior Financial Analyst!

Steer Studios is on a mission to establish itself as a world-leading game studio in Saudi Arabia. With a focus on creating high-quality games for international audiences, we are enthusiastic about supporting the local gaming sector in developing homegrown intellectual property and making KSA a global hub for gaming.

As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will collaborate closely with the Finance Business Partner and accounting team to oversee various financial activities, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis. Your role will be key in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records at Steer Studios.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Collaborate with department heads to develop annual budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor and analyze budget-to-actual variances, providing insightful recommendations for improving financial performance.
• Assist in preparing financial projections and long-term financial plans.
• Prepare and submit monthly Profit & Loss (P&L) statements to department heads.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulations.
• Support internal and external audit processes.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis, identifying trends and risks.
• Prepare and present financial reports to management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the financial impact of proposed projects.
• Streamline financial processes, leveraging technology where applicable.
• Create and maintain financial reporting policies for accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications & Key Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• +5 years’ experience in a financial role with strong knowledge of accounting principles.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex financial information clearly.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Commitment to professionalism and confidentiality.

Let’s bring Steer Studios to the world!

About the Job
As a part of the Middle East Finance Team, the Senior Finance Analyst will be responsible for providing support to the Finance Manager and wider business in the areas of financial analysis and management, reporting, reviews, internal audits and internal governance/business controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Division Financial Manager with financial reporting on a monthly basis including month end management accounts and forecasts.
• Participate in monthly project control meetings for major projects in the territory.
• Maintain project control systems and provide finance training to enable unit staff to understand financial information.
• Production of annual budgets at division level, and consolidation to unit level.
• Business partnering for Divisional Managers/Territory Managers.
• Assess financial aspects of contracts to determine implications on future performance.
• Interpret management accounts and advise on financial performance and profitability.

Candidate Specification:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting; professional qualifications will be an advantage.
• Conversant in Microsoft products and experience in ERP systems.
• Willingness to study for professional accountancy exams.
• Proven ability to produce accurate management reports under tight deadlines.
• Willingness to undertake business travel around the GCC and India.
• Flexibility to work longer hours at peak times as required.