Financial Analyst

Job Summary

This position focuses on managing financial planning, reporting, and control for HR and workforce-related spend. The role centers on budgeting, forecasting, payroll accounting, and turning financial data into practical insights that help guide HR and wider business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the HR budgeting and forecasting cycle, including scenario analysis and modelling of workforce and people-related costs.
• Produce accurate monthly reports, dashboards, variance commentary, and forward-looking analysis for HR leadership.
• Oversee payroll accounting and month-end close processes, ensuring figures are recorded correctly and on time.
• Carry out account reconciliations and maintain strong controls in line with accounting standards and regulatory expectations.
• Assist with audits while ensuring compliance with governance requirements, contract terms, and cost-control measures.
• Prepare commercial analysis and cost-benefit assessments to support HR initiatives and strategic decisions.
• Identify and implement process enhancements that improve efficiency, precision, and financial discipline across HR finance operations.
• Collaborate closely with HR, Corporate Finance, Procurement, and outside stakeholders to support business needs.
• Handle sensitive employee and financial information with complete confidentiality and integrity.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting is required; professional credentials such as ACCA, CA, CMA, or CPA are viewed favorably.
• Between 5 and 8 years of progressive finance experience, ideally with exposure to FP&A, budgeting, or HR finance-related work.
• Strong understanding of payroll accounting, workforce planning, and financial reporting practices.
• Advanced Excel capability and practical experience using ERP platforms, preferably SAP.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability, with the confidence to manage and influence stakeholders.
• Strong communication and planning skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across multiple teams.

Additional Information

This is a full-time on-site role based in Doha, Qatar. Applicants should be comfortable working with confidential personnel and financial information and contributing to disciplined financial controls within a collaborative environment.