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Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre | مركز أبوظبي للمشاريع والبنية التحتية

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 Payment Processing Analyst
 
 oversees audits of project payments to ensure accuracy, compliance, and financial control. The role involves evaluating and reconciling payments, collaborating with project teams, suppliers, and stakeholders, and recommending improvements to financial processes.
 
 
 
 Requirements:
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field. Minimum 1 year of experience.
 
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Analyst - Payment Processing

2PointZero

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 Summary:
 
 
 
 2.0 Group is an Abu Dhabi-based investment holding company listed on the ADX. We own and invest in businesses across a range of industries around the world. We deploy two broad investment strategies: 1) Vertical building, using an anchor/bolt-on approach to drive top-line and profitability growth; and 2) Deploying capital in an opportunistic manner.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Role
 
 
 
 We are looking for a high-potential
 
 Strategy Analyst/ Sr. Analyst
 
 to join our Group Strategy Office. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with the
 
 Chief Strategy Officer
 
 and
 
 Strategy Manager
 
 , supporting a dynamic portfolio spanning
 
 Consumer, Energy, Financial Services
 
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 You will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day execution of strategic tasks including sectoral strategy, value creation, portfolio performance assessment, financial modelling, and investor materials preparation. This role is ideal for a driven individual seeking exposure to C-level strategy development within a fast-paced, multi-sector investment group.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Strategy Support &amp; Analysis
 
 
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 Contribute to the development and execution of strategic plans, sector deep-dives, and internal performance dashboards
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 Prepare structured recommendations to support senior leadership and strategic decision-making
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 Financial Modelling
 
 
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 Build and maintain financial models to support business cases, capital allocation, and scenario planning
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 Perform valuation analyses for potential investments and bolt-on opportunities
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 Presentation Development
 
 
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 Develop internal and external presentations for the board, investors, and senior leadership
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 Synthesize complex information into concise, visually compelling formats
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 Market &amp; Competitive Research
 
 
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 Conduct in-depth research on sectors, markets, competitors, and macroeconomic trends
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 Extract strategic insights and implications using benchmarks, data, and industry intelligence
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 Investor Relations Support
 
 
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 Assist in preparing investor updates, earnings materials, and shareholder communications in collaboration with the Investor Relations team
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 Portfolio Monitoring
 
 
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 Track and analyze performance metrics across operating companies and investment platforms
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 Generate reports and actionable insights to support performance improvement initiatives
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 Required skills &amp; Qualifications:
 
 
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 Experience:
 
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 3+ years of experience in investment banking, management consulting, private equity
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 Exposure to diversified sectors is preferred (e.g., consumer, infrastructure, energy, digital, financial services)
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 Core Skills:
 
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 Strong analytical and modelling skills (Excel modelling proficiency is a must)
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 Excellent PowerPoint skills and ability to synthesize information into compelling messages and visuals
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 Excellent research capabilities and understanding of how to dissect sectors into various value chains to extract insights and strategic implications
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 Fluent in business writing with strong attention to detail
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 Comfortable working under pressure and managing tight deadlines
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 Education:
 
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 Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field from a top-tier institution
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 CFA is a plus
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Strategy Analyst / Sr. Analyst

Slider

Accountant / Data Analyst Location: UAE (Abu Dhabi ) Full-Time | On-site Industry: Tech Startup / Logistics / Delivery / MarketplaceAbout SliderSlider is a fast-growing tech startup transforming last-mile delivery and customer experience. We operate a high-volume, fast-paced marketplace with daily rider payouts, customer transactions, and client billing. We are looking for a hands-on Accountant / Data Analyst to own our financial operations, build structure, and support our growth.This role is ideal for someone who is organized, analytical, detail-oriented, and excited to build financial processes from the ground up in a startup environment.Role OverviewYou will be responsible for all day-to-day accounting, payouts, invoicing, reporting, VAT compliance, and financial planning. You will manage both the operational finance (rider payouts, daily reconciliations, billing) and strategic finance (cash flow, P&amp;L, unit economics).You will work closely with the founders, operations, and tech teams to ensure financial accuracy, transparency, and scalability.Key Responsibilities1. Payouts &amp; Revenue Reconciliation<ul><li>Manage daily rider payouts: calculations, adjustments, and transfers.</li><li>Reconcile orders, commissions, refunds, and disputes.</li><li>Oversee customer refunds &amp; adjustments and ensure they are correctly booked.</li><li>Reconcile payment gateway reports (Stripe/Checkout/Tabby/etc.) and track gateway fees.</li></ul>2. Client Billing &amp; Collections<ul><li>Prepare and issue monthly invoices to clients.</li><li>Maintain client-level profitability, especially for special-rate or custom-priced clients.</li><li>Track receivables/aging and follow up on payment collections.</li><li>Maintain accurate revenue reports and monthly closing schedules.</li></ul>3. Payroll &amp; Staff-Related Finance<ul><li>Prepare monthly payroll and coordinate with HR on new joiners/leavers.</li><li>Calculate rider incentives, bonuses, and staff benefits.</li><li>Maintain end-of-service provision tracking (UAE compliant).</li></ul>4. Expenses, Vendors &amp; Payables<ul><li>Process vendor invoices and manage payment schedules.</li><li>Maintain expense categorization and ensure accurate documentation.</li><li>Implement basic spending approval flows and cost controls.</li><li>Monitor SaaS subscriptions, office expenses, marketing spend, etc.</li></ul>5. Accounting, Bookkeeping &amp; Reporting<ul><li>Maintain full accounting records in Xero/QuickBooks/Zoho/Odoo.</li><li>Perform monthly bank, payment gateway, and wallet reconciliations.</li><li>Complete month-end closing with:</li><li>Profit &amp; Loss</li><li>Balance Sheet</li><li>Cash Flow</li><li>Track and manage fixed assets and depreciation.</li></ul>6. Cash Flow, Unit Economics &amp; Financial Planning<ul><li>Maintain a weekly cash flow forecast and flag any upcoming risks.</li><li>Analyze company gross margin, contribution margin, and profitability by client/city.</li><li>Track CAC, LTV, and payback period in coordination with marketing.</li><li>Build simple dashboards/reports to support decision-making.</li></ul>7. Tax, VAT &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Prepare VAT filings and ensure full compliance with FTA requirements.</li><li>Track input/output VAT and maintain proper documentation.</li><li>Support external audits and fundraising due diligence.</li></ul>8. Process Building &amp; Systems Integration<ul><li>Improve and automate finance workflows, templates, and reporting.</li><li>Manage the accounting system and integrate it with internal tools and payment gateways.</li><li>Create and improve internal finance policies (expenses, reimbursements, approvals).</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.</li><li>3+ years of accounting experience (startup, marketplace, or delivery industry is a plus).</li><li>Strong knowledge of:</li><li>Accounting systems (Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho, Odoo, or similar)</li><li>Reconciliations (bank, gateway, wallet)</li><li>VAT filing and UAE compliance</li><li>Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills.</li><li>Experience with cash flow forecasting and P&amp;L analysis.</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.</li><li>Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines.</li><li>Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.</li></ul>Nice to Have<ul><li>Experience in tech startups, delivery platforms, mobility, or fintech.</li><li>Knowledge of SQL or data analytics tools.</li><li>Experience building financial dashboards.</li><li>Understanding of unit economics for marketplace businesses.</li></ul>Why Join Slider?<ul><li>Fast-growing tech environment where your work directly impacts the business.</li><li>Opportunity to build and shape the finance function from scratch.</li><li>Collaborative, ambitious, and innovation-driven team.</li><li>Career growth opportunities as the company expands.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED4,000.00 per monthWork Location: Remote

Accountant + Data Analyst

Gradiant Corporation

About GradiantGradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients&rsquo; mission-critical operations in the world&rsquo;s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food &amp; beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant&rsquo;s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at gradiant.com.Responsibilities1. Financial consolidation &amp; eliminations specialist<ul><li>Prepares consolidation entries (intercompany balances, investment eliminations, internal margin eliminations) and ensures consistent application of accounting principles.</li><li>Drafts disclosures and notes to the consolidated financial statements and ensures consistency across multiple consolidation levels</li><li>Analyses intercompany transactions, reconciles balances and investigates variances, proposes adjustments to local entity accounts to align with group standards.</li><li>Coordinates with local finance teams to support data collection and ensures data quality and timely submission.</li></ul>2. Consolidation &amp; reporting systems analyst<ul><li>Assists in coordination, consolidation and review of financial results for all entities; loads and validates financial data into GR and produces monthly consolidated reports.</li><li>Supports equity accounting entries and intercompany eliminations; ensures compliance with IFRS/GAAP and internal policies.</li><li>Maintains and updates the consolidation system (SAP&#8239;S/4HANA &amp; GR), collaborates with divisional analysts to automate reporting and reduce manual processes.</li><li>Supports integration of new entities and system upgrades; partners with IT and project teams on system enhancements and troubleshooting.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in accounting; CPA or equivalent preferred</li><li>6+ years of progressive finance/accounting experience, with at least 2 years in group consolidation &amp; reporting.</li><li>Strong expertise in US&#8209;GAAP (with IFRS exposure) and statutory consolidation required.</li><li>Advanced knowledge of SAP S/4HANA (cloud version) and SAP Group Reporting (GR).</li><li>Experience with intercompany reconciliation tools (SAP ICR, Blackline, or equivalent) is a strong plus.</li><li>Prior experience in a multinational / matrix organization is highly desirable.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with a focus on problem solving and process improvement.</li><li>Strong leadership skills, including team management, ability to work in a fast&#8209;paced, dynamic environment and meet tight deadlines.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills (finance, IT, auditors, regional controllers).</li></ul>Key Competencies<ul><li>Technical Acumen: Deep understanding of SAP consolidation modules, system integration, and data governance.</li><li>Problem Solver: Skilled at identifying root causes for mismatches and driving sustainable fixes.</li><li>Detail Orientation: Strong focus on accuracy and compliance in financial reporting.</li><li>Change Agent: Proactive in driving automation, efficiency, and best practices across finance processes.</li></ul>Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: AED18,000.00 - AED25,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>What is your salary expectations?</li><li>What's your availability to join?</li></ul>

Senior Consolidation Analyst (Finance)

Al Etihad Payments

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 |Financial Controller - Open Finance
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Al Etihad Payments empowers employees to work in an environment that best promotes their productivity and well-being, while providing high-quality workplace and fantastic professional experience.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 |Get to Know Us
 
 
 
 Al Etihad Payments is the UAE&rsquo;s designated retail payments entity, dedicated to developing and operating world-class infrastructure, standards, and solutions for the UAE Economy. Al Etihad Payments is a subsidiary of the Central Bank of the UAE, strongly supported by the UAE Government.
 
 
 Our employees are committed to work with licensed financial institutions and other payment service providers to foster innovation and deliver excellent financial services to all in the UAE, efficiently and without friction.
 
 
 Al Etihad Payments supports the government&rsquo;s objectives of a cashless society, national digitization, and the Central Bank of the UAE objective of being a top ten central bank globally.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 |Our Culture
 
 
 
 We are a collaborative, diverse and passionate group of individuals that works as one team. We support one another, make impactful contributions to the organization, and develop and nurture meaningful connections across the payment&rsquo;s ecosystem!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 About the role
 
 
 
 The Financial Controller will oversee all financial operations of the company, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with local regulations (including UAE VAT and Central Bank of the UAE guidelines), and effective budgeting and forecasting. This role is pivotal in providing strategic financial insights to support the company&rsquo;s growth, while managing a lean team or operating as the sole financial lead. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive approach, strong analytical skills, and experience in the UAE financial landscape.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 |What You&rsquo;ll Do
 
 
 
 
 Financial Reporting &amp; Analysis:
 
 
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 Prepare and present monthly MI and quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS and UAE regulatory requirements.
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 Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights to senior management for decision-making.
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 Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and oversee the month-end and year-end close processes
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 Budgeting &amp; Forecasting:
 
 
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 Develop and manage the annual budget, working closely with department heads to align financial goals with business objectives.
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 Provide rolling forecasts to anticipate cash flow needs and support strategic planning.
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 Compliance &amp; Risk Management:
 
 
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 Ensure adherence to UAE tax laws (e.g., VAT), labor regulations, and financial reporting standards.
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 Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate financial risks and prevent fraud.
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 Liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies as needed.
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 Cash Flow &amp; Treasury Management:
 
 
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 Oversee cash flow planning, banking relationships, and treasury functions to optimize liquidity.
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 Manage accounts payable, receivable, and payroll processes efficiently in addition to collections processes alongside our operations team for client monies.
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 Process Improvement:
 
 
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 Streamline financial processes and implement cost-saving measures to enhance operational efficiency.
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 Leverage accounting software to automate and improve reporting accuracy.
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 Strategic Support:
 
 
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 Act as a key financial advisor to the CEO, providing data-driven recommendations for business expansion or investment opportunities, including presenting to the Board of the Company
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 Support negotiations with banks, suppliers, and clients to secure favorable terms.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 |Minimum Qualifications
 
 
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 Education:
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, ACCA, or CMA certification preferred.
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 Experience:
 
 Minimum 2-3 years in a controller or similar role, preferably in the UAE or GCC region. Experience with small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is a plus.
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 |Technical and Behavioral Skills
 
 
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 Technical Skills:
 
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 Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
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 Advanced knowledge of MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) and financial modeling.
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 Knowledge:
 
 Strong understanding of UAE financial regulations, including VAT, corporate tax developments, and open finance frameworks.
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 Language:
 
 Fluency in English and Arabic
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 Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.
 
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 Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and deadlines.
 
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 Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
 
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 Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
 
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 |Preferred Qualifications
 
 
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 Preference is given to Certified Public Accountant/ Chartered Financial Analyst qualifications.
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 Regional experience in the UAE is preferred.
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 Proficiency in written and spoken Arabic is considered a strong asset.
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 |What you can expect from us
 
 
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 Modern work environment with level of flexibility.
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 Dynamic and motivated team of colleagues working towards achieving UAE National Objectives.
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 Competitive compensation package, including annual bonus and additional benefits like child educational allowance and annual flight tickets (where eligible);
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 Comprehensive health insurance coverage;
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Financial Controller

Walker Lovell

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 Business Development Analyst
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 UAE
 
 
 
 Transform data into decisions that move markets.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Why This Business
 
 
 
 Partner with a globally respected organisation backed by one of the world&rsquo;s leading energy companies &mdash; a business with the scale, stability, and investment power to influence markets worldwide. In this role, you&rsquo;ll sit at the heart of commercial performance, turning numbers into strategy and giving decision-makers the intelligence they need to act with confidence.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing
 
 
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 Track and interpret key KPIs to maintain clear visibility of commercial performance.
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 Analyse financial, operational, and market data to identify opportunities for optimisation.
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 Produce high-impact reports and presentations for senior leadership using advanced Excel and PowerPoint.
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 Collaborate with Planning, Trade Finance, and Commercial teams to align insights with execution.
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 What You&rsquo;ll Bring
 
 
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 Minimum 2 years&rsquo; experience in finance, business analytics, or data-focused roles (in-house preferred).
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 Strong Excel skills and proven ability to manage and interpret complex datasets.
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 Confident communicator able to present insights clearly to senior stakeholders.
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or Engineering.
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 Who This Suits
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;re an analytical problem-solver who thrives on translating data into commercially relevant insight. You want visibility, responsibility, and the chance to influence trading and investment decisions in a high-profile, well-backed organisation.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
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 Inclusive package + 2 months&rsquo; salary annual bonus
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 30 days&rsquo; annual leave
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 Medical and life insurance
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 Housing and transportation
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 Relocation package for candidates moving to the UAE
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 Apply now for a confidential conversation with Walker Lovell.
 
 
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Market Research Analyst

KEO International Consultants

<div>Overview:
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KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration &ndash; through conceptualization &ndash; to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we&rsquo;ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world&rsquo;s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.</div><div></div><div> 
As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 57th largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.</div><div></div><div> 
We invite you to join us. Why?</div><div></div><div> 
When you join KEO, you&rsquo;ll discover more than just a job &ndash; you&rsquo;ll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards, mentoring and coaching programs and extensive in-house on demand learning courses.</div>
Responsibilities:
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Our newest opportunity is for a talented Business Analyst to join our award-winning team based in Dubai, UAE.</div><div> 
</div><div>This position is responsible in assisting the Division Leadership in reviewing &amp; monitoring Annual Business Plans and providing support to Project Teams on Invoice Management, Revenue &amp; Expense Analysis.</div><div></div><div> 
We envisage success in this role to include;</div><ul><li>
Preparing Annual Budgets and Forecasts, and monitoring progress against the same on a monthly basis.</li><li>
Preparing Monthly Financial Reporting Packs.</li><li>
Preparing adhoc financial reports as requested by Directors &amp; Project Managers.</li><li>
Assisting Project Teams on Invoice Management, Revenue &amp; Expense analyses.</li><li>
Providing support to Project Leaders in their review and analyses of Project Progress Reports, Labor Reports, Cost &amp; Expense Reports.</li><li>
Monitoring Cash Collections (planned v/s actual).</li><li>
Providing efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to internal stakeholders.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
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To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include 7 years work experience in a financial audit, internal audit, or management accounting role of which at least 5 were preferably spent working on Gulf region partnered with a Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance or any relevant degree.</div><div></div> 
Preference will be given to candidates with CPA / CMA / ACCA / MBA.<ul><li>Previous experience in the Architecture / Civil Engineering / Construction Management industry is preferred.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications. Experience with automated accounting and financial management systems.</li><li>Proven typing / keyboarding by touch skills - 10-key by touch data entry skills.</li><li>Previous experience with Deltek Vision ERP system is preferred.</li></ul>
KEO&rsquo;s performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its&rsquo; contribution to client success wherever we work.
We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.</div>

Business Analyst

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