46 Finance Analyst jobs in Kuwait

Overview

Job duties include but are not limited to: To support the Environmental Department in two key areas: environmental KPI data analysis and the management of our internal environmental training programs. This role is essential in ensuring our environmental performance is effectively measured, communicated, and improved through accurate data reporting and consistent employee training.

• Collect, analyze, and report on environmental performance data (e.g., emissions, water, energy, waste) across departments.
• Maintain, track, and update internal environmental KPI dashboards.
• Identify data trends and assist with internal reporting and decision-making.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual environmental data reports to direct manager for review.
• Support internal audits and inspections as per ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) requirements.
• Create, coordinate, manage, and maintain the online environmental training system modules.
• Monitor training completion rates and ensure compliance with internal environmental training requirements.
• Work with department leads and HR to support onboarding and refresher training needs.
• Provide regular updates and reports on training performance.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in data analysis or a related role.
• Strong skills in Excel and/or data visualization tools such as Power BI.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.

• Strong analytical and data management skills (Excel, Power BI, etc.).
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• Basic knowledge of ISO 14001 requirements and environmental compliance.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Overview

In this role, you will be responsible for all Financial Planning & Analysis functions, review investment propositions and overview of assigned Business Divisional performance.

• Analyze data and create financial models for decision support
• Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking
• Report on financial performance and prepare for regular management reviews
• Analyze past results, perform variance analysis, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements
• Work closely with the finance team of business verticals to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Recommend actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analysis
• Identify and drive process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and Dashboards
• Improve productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools
• Perform market research, data mining, business intelligence, and business valuations, perform industry comparison, peer reviews, create Benchmark and KPI’s as applicable to various businesses
• Perform Business/Equity valuation for M&A/Exit probabilities

• Strong quantitative and analytical competency
• Proficiency in other Microsoft Office tools viz., Office, Power point etc.,
• High degree of Accountability, Integrity & Responsibility in all tasks assigned.
• Advanced level of Excel knowledge - managing large data, use of vertical lookups, pivot tables, Macros & creation of reports.
• Strong Analytical skills, detail-oriented; placing a great value on accuracy
• Excellent communication & presentation skills

• Qualified Finance Professional holding CA / CPA / CMA / ACCA
• Minimum 5-8 years professional experience in Accounts / Finance
• Preferably from Corporate Finance industry

About the Role

The Financial Reporting and Consolidation supervisor is responsible for overseeing the preparation, analysis, and integrity of financial statements and reports across the organization, ensuring compliance with IFRS standards and regulatory requirements. The role involves supervising the consolidation of financial data from multiple entities, supporting strategic decision-making through insightful analysis, and ensuring alignment with corporate objectives. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic environments, demonstrates proactive problem-solving skills, and embraces challenges as growth opportunities.

• Provide strategic financial guidance to management by aligning financial reporting with budgets, forecasts, and corporate objectives.
• Ensure the timely preparation and presentation of consolidated financial statements and variance analyses to inform decision-making at the executive and board levels.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and strategies that enhance accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across the organization.
• Identify and lead opportunities for process automation and improvement within the financial reporting function.

• Supervise the preparation and analysis of quarterly, and annual financial reports in compliance with IFRS standards.
• Oversee the end-to-end group consolidation process, ensuring the elimination of intercompany transactions and balances.
• Collaborate with country-level finance teams to maintain consistency in reporting standards across all entities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors on consolidation-related matters, resolving issues and ensuring audit readiness.
• Conduct variance analysis to provide actionable insights into financial performance and identify key drivers of results.
• Support regulatory compliance, tax management, and audit standards across jurisdictions.

• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of junior staff and consolidation specialists to ensure high performance and professional growth.
• Provide training and guidance to team members on IFRS standards, consolidation processes, and reporting best practices.
• Foster a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment by building and disseminating critical financial information across teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance
• 7-9 years of finance and accounting experience, especially in Financial Reporting and Consolidation
• Preference for a Big 4 background
• Qualification is a must, CA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent certification.
• Understanding of financial management obligations (including statutory obligations), requirements and dynamics

• High level proficiency in using Microsoft Office Software with focus on Excel
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Reliable, with Self Initiative, can work with minimum Supervision and ability to communicate with other Subsidiaries and Departments
• Superior Time Management Skills and strong ability to handle pressure and particular to Deadline

• Preference for a Big 4 background
• Qualification is a must, CA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent certification.

Our client is a global MNC with its corporate HQ based in Kuwait. With operations spanning both the Middle East and Europe, they are currently seeking an internationally minded professional to take responsibility for their Group Financial Reporting.

The role will report to the Group CFO and be responsible for consolidating financial statements, periodical financial reporting, supervising the function in Kuwait, and remotely overseeing the function in international locations. This is a senior position that involves managing relationships at a corporate level as well as leading a team of capable and technically skilled finance staff.

Applicants must have the following qualifications:

1. Qualified Accountant with 8-10 years of PQE
2. Strong technical experience in IFRS, Statutory Reporting, and Consolidations
3. Ideally experience in F&B, FMCG, or Retail sectors
4. Must be currently based in either the GCC or UK. Candidates outside these locations will NOT be shortlisted

Job Summary
The job holder will be an integral part of the finance team providing clear, accurate, and insightful business/financial analysis. They will also contribute to business planning and be included in project work and/or specialist ad hoc reporting.

Job Responsibilities

1. Build an understanding of the value drivers of the business.
2. Create analytics around key performance indicators to facilitate qualitative reporting. These may include:
1. Business performance
2. Balance scorecard
3. Business development opportunities
4. Budgets and forecasts
5. Market and revenue analysis
6. Promotions and pricing
7. Capital expenditure approvals
8. Cash flow and working capital
9. Cost level analysis
10. Customer profitability
3. Provide clear analysis to incorporate within the monthly reports designed to allow management to understand key continuing and developing trends.
4. Provide support in the business planning and forecasting processes.
5. Liaise with business managers in areas of expertise and through confident and clear communication develop a trusted partner status through high-quality support and decision-aiding analysis.

Candidate Requirements

1. Professionally Qualified – CA/CPA/CMA/MBA or equivalent.
2. 1-3 years of post-qualification professional experience within finance.
3. Strong analytical skills; should be capable of identifying and interpreting key business drivers.
4. Sound knowledge of financial and management accounting concepts. Previous experience with ERP systems is desirable.
5. Self-starter, able to work across functions and in teams. Results-driven, with the ability to perform on unstructured assignments.
6. Positive attitude and flexibility to work in a multicultural environment.
7. Fluency in English; strong verbal and written communication skills.
8. Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.