65 Trainee Finance jobs in Kuwait

Reports To: RegionalGeneral Manager

Team Size : Managing a team of 4 in Kuwait (1 Analyst, 2 Accountants and a Cost Controller) and 1 Assistant Manager in KSA.

Key Responsibilities :

Financial Planning and Analysis:

·Develop, implement, and manage the annual budgeting process.

·Conduct regular financial analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

·Provide insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

2. Financial Reporting:

·Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements.

·Generate financial reports for stakeholders, including executives and franchise owners.

·Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

3. Cash Flow Management:

·Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure liquidity and financial stability.

·Implement effective cash management policies and procedures.

·Work closely with operational teams to optimize working capital.

4. Financial Controls:

·Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets.

·Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.

·Identify and mitigate financial risks.

5. Strategic Financial Planning:

·Collaborate with executive leadership to develop long-term financial strategies.

·Assess the financial feasibility of new initiatives and business expansion.

·Provide financial insights to support business development and growth.

6. Compliance:

·Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations.

·Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits and address any audit findings.

·Stay informed about changes in financial regulations and adjust policies accordingly.

7. Team Leadership:

·Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

·Conduct performance evaluations and provide professional development opportunities.

·Collaborate with other department heads to achieve overall organizational goals.

Skills

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or professional certification

(e.g., CA/ACCA) is a plus.

• Proven experience in a senior finance role, preferably within the food and beverage or franchise industry .

• Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and financial analysis.

• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to communicate complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders.

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Job Title: Finance Manager

Department: Finance Department

Reporting to: CFO

Location : Kuwait

Job brief

We are looking for a reliable Financial Manager that will analyze everyday financial activities and subsequently provide advice and guidance to upper management on future financial plans .

Responsibilities

• Perform financial management duties including generating financial data, compiling and submitting reports, analyzing industry trends and assessing the financial health of the company.
• Oversee the operations and development of the company’s finance departments including creating and reviewing policies, budgeting, recruiting, training and conducting regular assessments of financial procedures.
• Supervise the preparation of quarterly and annual account reconciliations, monitor and enforce compliance with tax and financial reporting standards and assist with cash flow forecasting.
• Advise colleagues and executive management on decisions related to the company’s finances.
• Supervise the documentation of the company’s financial status and forecasts.
• Mediate between the company, employees, stakeholders, shareholders and investors on financial issues for amicable resolution of differences.
• Create strategic business plans based on the analysis of the company’s status and financial forecasts.

Requirements and skills:

• Proven experience as a Financial Manager for 3 to 5 years
• Experience in the financial sector with previous possible roles such as financial analyst
• Extensive understanding of financial trends both within the company and general market patterns
• Proficient user of finance software
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
• Able to manage, guide and lead employees to ensure appropriate financial processes are being used
• A solid understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles
• Working knowledge of all statutory legislation and regulations
• BS/MA degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics
• Professional qualification such as CFA/CPA or similar will be considered a plus

The Group Finance Director plays a pivotal role in the strategic financial management of a real estate company in Kuwait. This position is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving financial performance to support the company's growth objectives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in finance and real estate, with the ability to lead a team and collaborate with other departments to achieve the company's financial goals.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with the company's objectives.
2. Oversee the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
3. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
4. Manage cash flow and working capital effectively.
5. Lead financial audits and liaise with external auditors.
6. Provide financial analysis and insights to support decision-making.
7. Collaborate with senior management to drive business performance.
8. Monitor and assess financial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
9. Supervise and mentor the finance team to enhance their skills and performance.
10. Evaluate investment opportunities and provide recommendations.

Preferred Candidate:

1. Proven experience in a senior finance role, preferably in the real estate sector.
2. Strong leadership and team management skills.
3. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
4. In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.
5. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
7. Strategic thinker with a focus on results.
8. Proficiency in financial software and tools.
9. Strong negotiation skills.
10. Fluency in English and Arabic
11. 25+ years of experience is mandatory and in a leadership role, managing multiple groups of companies and regions.

Skills

• Advanced financial modeling and analysis.
• Expertise in budgeting and forecasting.
• Strong understanding of real estate finance.
• Proficient in financial reporting and compliance.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.

On behalf of our client, a leading general trading company, we are seeking an experienced and results-driven Head of Finance to oversee and strengthen its finance function. This role combines strong operational finance oversight with involvement in strategic planning and decision-making. The ideal candidate will bring a hands-on approach, deep financial expertise, and the ability to support business growth across multiple trading verticals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all core financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, cash flow, and financial reporting.
• Develop and implement effective financial controls, processes, and policies to ensure operational efficiency and compliance.
• Deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Manage audits, tax filings, and compliance with local regulatory requirements.
• Monitor working capital, oversee treasury activities, and manage financial risks.
• Provide strategic support to the CEO and executive team through financial planning, forecasting, and business analysis.
• Identify and drive cost optimization opportunities and support margin improvement initiatives.
• Oversee ERP implementation or optimization relevant to finance workflows.
• Liaise with external stakeholders such as banks, auditors, and government authorities.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master’s or professional certification such as CPA/CA is a plus).
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience in trading, distribution, or retail sectors is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of Kuwaiti tax laws, commercial regulations, and financial systems.
• Hands-on leader with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and team management skills.
• Bilingual proficiency (Arabic and English) is an advantage.

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The primary purpose of a Cost Controller is to manage the provision of financial performance analysis through

effective and compliant cost attribution, financial control, and reporting. This includes overseeing areas such as

budgeting, forecasting, accruals, journals, cash flow monitoring, payments processing, and cost recovery.

Tasks and Responsibilities

(a) Cost Management:

Develop detailed breakdown on the cost estimates for projects, including labor, materials, and

equipment.

Track and monitor actual costs against the approved budget throughout the project lifecycle.

Strong skills to prepare monthly cost reports, analyzing actual vs. expected costs, schedule updates,

trend analysis, project progress (S-curves), performance metrics, and productivity analysis for

assigned projects.

Monthly high-level project dashboards and provide insightful reporting and analysis.

Take proactive measures to reduce project costs, share analysis and calculations.

Collaborate with project management to review and compare financial metrics for projects and the

company.

Identify and communicate major budget variances to project teams and management.

Investigate cost-drain areas, proposing solutions and mitigation strategies to project teams and

management.

Maintain records and conduct training for project teams to enhance awareness of site costs,

productivity impacts, cost savings, and profitability.

Strong knowledge to prepare quarterly/annually revenue forecasts and budgets.

Evaluate bids from third-party subcontractors and vendors to ensure cost-effectiveness.

Work closely with project planners and project engineers to ensure cost-efficiency in project delivery.

Perform cost-benefit analyses on prospective projects and provide recommendations on their financial

feasibility.

(b) Project Support:

Work alongside the project management team to align cost and contract strategies with overall

project goals.

Ensure the integration of cost and contract plans with overall turnaround schedules, particularly in

relation to rotating equipment.

Assist in the development and implementation of procurement strategies for specialized equipment

and services required for the Project.

(c) System and Process Management

Implement, administer, and maintain cost control systems and procedures to track project budgets,

commitments, expenditures, and forecasts.

Develop project Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS) and align the time phasing of budgets against

Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) to accurately track and control actual costs

Ensure the integration of cost estimates with the Work Breakdown Structure to set project budgets

against the correct Work Packages, Planning Packages, and Control Accounts

Skills

Educational Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.

(b) Experience

Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in project controls with intermediate to senior-level experience in

planning, scheduling, and costing.

(c) Skills

Technical Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Thorough understanding of accounting principles and budgeting procedures.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Proficiency in MS Office suite, especially Excel, and familiarity with cost control tools such as Primavera.

Experience with large companies and ERP systems (e.g., SAP – Oracle).

Detailed understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM), progress reporting, forecasting, and

performance analysis.

Personal Skills

Cooperative, hardworking and punctual

Has proactive approach in delivering tasks

Able to work independently with less supervision

Good relationship with clients and staff

Highly analytical, keen on details and can do multi-tasking Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong negotiation and communication abilities.

Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

Communication Skills

English(read/write//speak), other languages will be an added advantage

(d) Physical requirements

Aged between 30-40 years