Zain Bahrain
Position Overview & Role Purpose:
Support sound financial processes and efficient operations within a fast-paced and evolving fintech environment at Bede, ensuring full compliance with IFRS, Shariah standards, and applicable Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) regulatory requirements.
About the Organization:
Zain is a pioneer of mobile telecommunications in the Middle East, originating in Kuwait in 1983 as the region’s first mobile operator, with a rapidly growing international footprint. Bede operates as its specialized digital financial services arm.
Key Responsibilities & Operational Duties:
– Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records within the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, supporting daily finance operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger activities.
– Contribute to the continuous improvement, documentation, and enhancement of finance processes, internal controls, and overall department efficiency.
– Ensure strict adherence to IFRS frameworks, Shariah standards, and relevant CBB regulatory guidelines across all transactions.
– Provide comprehensive support to internal and external auditors by preparing required financial documentation, schedules, reconciliations, and detailed explanations.
– Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual budgets and forecasts in close coordination with relevant business departments.
– Support the development and updating of financial forecasts based on actual performance metrics and evolving business assumptions.
– Perform budget versus actual variance analysis, support the preparation of explanations for significant business deviations, and coordinate stakeholder inputs.
– Prepare periodic financial presentations, management reports, and ad-hoc financial analysis for senior management and board meetings.
– Support cross-functional strategic initiatives by providing timely financial information, operational assistance, and completing special finance projects as assigned.
Qualifications, Required Experience & Core Competencies:
– Professional Background: Prior exposure or working experience in a Big 4 audit firm or a reputable multinational financial institution is strongly preferred.
– Regulatory Familiarity: Sound understanding and practical familiarity with regulatory compliance, including Shariah principles within a regulated financial framework.
– Technical Systems: Hands-on experience with Oracle or equivalent enterprise ERP systems is preferred; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and corporate Office applications is required.
– Core Skills: Solid knowledge of accounting principles, financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, data interpretation, and cross-functional communication.
Compensation & Benefits Package:
– Competitive fintech salary structure and periodic performance evaluations.
– Comprehensive medical insurance coverage and employee wellness programs.
– Exceptional professional growth opportunities within a leading regional technology and financial innovation ecosystem.
To apply for this job please visit careers.zain.com.