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Job Description

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Manama, Bahrain
Reports to: Head of Finance
Department: Finance

Job Purpose:

The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations of a Kuwaiti entity from Bahrain, ensuring full compliance with Kuwait’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA) laws and regulations. The parent company of Kuwait entity is based in Bahrain.

The role involves financial planning and analysis, regulatory reporting, budgeting, internal reporting, and collaboration with auditors and regulators. This position plays a key role in supporting company’s operations and corporate governance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise all finance and accounting operations for the Kuwait entity.
• Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports including the financial statements in accordance with IFRS and Kuwait CMA regulations.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of the required reports.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure adherence to all relevant Kuwait CMA laws, circulars, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and communicate impacts to relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate with legal and compliance departments to ensure accurate regulatory filings.
• Liaise with CMA inspectors and manage audit or review processes as required.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes for the Kuwait entity.
• Analyze variances and provide insightful reporting and recommendations to senior management.
• Develop and enforce robust internal controls in line with Kuwait regulatory frameworks.
• Support enterprise risk management initiatives, especially those involving financial and regulatory risk.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with internal teams, auditors, external consultants, and regulatory body in Kuwait.
• Prepare reports and presentations for the board of directors and executive management.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; Master’s degree or MBA is a plus.
• Professional certification (CPA, CMA, ACCA, CIA) required.
• Prior experience with investment companies and cross-border operations is preferred .
• Proven knowledge of Kuwait CMA laws , regulatory requirements, and financial reporting obligations.
• Strong command of IFRS , financial modeling, and budgeting.
• Familiarity with investment products, portfolio accounting, and fund structures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Fluency in Arabic & English.
• Open to travel to Kuwait (when required).

Preferred Experience:

• Prior experience working within financial services.
• Knowledge of GCC financial regulatory environments .

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• Conduct in-depth analysis of business performance, including revenue streams, cost structures, and market trends to support strategic initiatives
• Perform business analysis to deliver actionable insights that assist the team in achieving the company's goals and vision
• Collaborate closely with product, operations, and marketing teams to evaluate new initiatives, assess their financial impact, and provide recommendations
• Collaborate with various departments to evaluate business opportunities, assess financial implications, and develop strategic initiatives
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness
• Analyze industry trends and competitor performance to inform strategic planning and identify growth opportunities
• Develop and present comprehensive financial reports to senior leadership highlighting key metrics, financial results, variance vs. budget reporting and actionable insights
• Monitor budget adherence, Identify opportunities for financial performance improvement across the organization and areas for cost optimization
• Spearhead the annual and quarterly budgeting and forecasting processes
• Develop financial models that help with decision-making and support planning, and analysis
• Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking
• Increase productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools
• Maintain a strong financial analysis foundation by creating forecasts and models
• Support in ad-hoc financial and non-financial reporting & analysis
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CFA or CMA a plus
• 3-5 years of business finance or other relevant experience, financial planning & analysis, management accounting, or other related fields
• Strong working knowledge of Excel/Google Sheets and financial modeling
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Attention to accuracy and detail required
• High proficiency in financial modeling techniques
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; be comfortable interacting with executive-level management and shareholders
  
  

• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, cashflow management, forecasting, and reporting etc.
• Prepare and analyse regulatory reports, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive financial strategy to support business growth goals and regulatory requirements, ensuring all accounting activities and internal audits comply with financial regulations.
• Maintain and enhance the existing stress testing methodology and scenarios to ensure they continue to meet the needs of and external regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with regulators, auditors, local banking partners and other external stakeholders.
• Provide finance and treasury assistance with new business initiatives.
• Work closely with legal, compliance, and business teams to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the named Finance Officer on specific regulatory licenses as required by authorities in Bahrain, ensuring compliance with licensing obligations.
• Support other ad hoc duties/ projects assigned.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the Financial Services sector, particularly within regulated environments.
• Relevant accountancy certifications such as CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIPA, or equivalent.
• Prior experience as a named Finance Officer or in a similar role for regulatory licenses in Bahrain is highly preferred.
• Possess a deep understanding of cash flow management, liquidity management, and accounting practices tailored to Bahrain and/or the Middle East region.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.
• Experience with international/multinational companies is a plus.
• Strong understanding of IFRS principles.
• Knowledge of crypto-related subjects is a plus.
• Knowledge of the NetSuite (Oracle) system is a plus.
• Excellent project management, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, with an ability to multitask in a high-growth environment.
• Demonstrates a proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Passionate about start-ups and the growth of digital assets.

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About Calo

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About Calo

Launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.

Role overview

We are looking for a Finance Business Partner to provide accurate and data-based information on the company’s financial and non-financial performance. You will research and analyze financial information to help Calo make well-informed decisions, write reports and monitor financial movements.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of business performance, including revenue streams, cost structures, and market trends to support strategic initiatives
• Perform business analysis to deliver actionable insights that assist the team in achieving the company's goals and vision
• Collaborate closely with product, operations, and marketing teams to evaluate new initiatives, assess their financial impact, and provide recommendations
• Collaborate with various departments to evaluate business opportunities, assess financial implications, and develop strategic initiatives
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness
• Analyze industry trends and competitor performance to inform strategic planning and identify growth opportunities
• Develop and present comprehensive financial reports to senior leadership highlighting key metrics, financial results, variance vs. budget reporting and actionable insights
• Monitor budget adherence, Identify opportunities for financial performance improvement across the organization and areas for cost optimization
• Spearhead the annual and quarterly budgeting and forecasting processes
• Develop financial models that help with decision-making and support planning, and analysis
• Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking
• Increase productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools
• Maintain a strong financial analysis foundation by creating forecasts and models
• Support in ad-hoc financial and non-financial reporting & analysis
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CFA or CMA a plus
• 3-5 years of business finance or other relevant experience, financial planning & analysis, management accounting, or other related fields
• Strong working knowledge of Excel/Google Sheets and financial modeling
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Attention to accuracy and detail required
• High proficiency in financial modeling techniques
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; be comfortable interacting with executive-level management and shareholders
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Finance and Sales
• Industries Internet Publishing

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About Calo

Launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.

Role overview

We are looking for a Finance Business Partner to provide accurate and data-based information on the company’s financial and non-financial performance. You will research and analyze financial information to help Calo make well-informed decisions, write reports and monitor financial movements.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of business performance, including revenue streams, cost structures, and market trends to support strategic initiatives.
• Perform business analysis to deliver actionable insights that assist the team in achieving the company's goals and vision.
• Collaborate closely with product, operations, and marketing teams to evaluate new initiatives, assess their financial impact, and provide recommendations.
• Collaborate with various departments to evaluate business opportunities, assess financial implications, and develop strategic initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Analyze industry trends and competitor performance to inform strategic planning and identify growth opportunities.
• Develop and present comprehensive financial reports to senior leadership highlighting key metrics, financial results, variance vs. budget reporting and actionable insights.
• Monitor budget adherence, Identify opportunities for financial performance improvement across the organization and areas for cost optimization.
• Spearhead the annual and quarterly budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Develop financial models that help with decision-making and support planning, and analysis.
• Perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking.
• Increase productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools.
• Maintain a strong financial analysis foundation by creating forecasts and models.
• Support in ad-hoc financial and non-financial reporting & analysis.

Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CFA or CMA a plus.
• 3-5 years of business finance or other relevant experience, financial planning & analysis, management accounting, or other related fields.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel/Google Sheets and financial modeling.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Attention to accuracy and detail required.
• High proficiency in financial modeling techniques.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; be comfortable interacting with executive-level management and shareholders.

Full Time

Knowledge in Finance and Accounting

Knowledge in reporting experience in systems like Excel and other MS Office applications

Experience: 1 - 3 years

• Conduct portfolio analytics and deep dives into the portfolio.
• Regulatory and Management Reporting
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Strong analytic capabilities.
• Problem solving skills
• Able to effectively work in a closely knit team.

• Risk Analysis
• Risk Assessment
• Spreadsheet Preparation
• Presentation Preparation
• Data Access and Reporting

• Participate in a structured rotational program, gaining hands-on experience across different finance departments such as Corporate Finance, Risk Management, Investment Banking, Retail Banking, and Treasury.
• Assist in financial analysis, data modeling, and forecasting to support business decision-making.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial reports, presentations, and market research documents.
• Learn and apply financial regulations, compliance standards, and internal control procedures.
• Support senior team members in various projects, conducting research, and preparing documentation.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development, attending workshops, seminars, and obtaining relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, ACCA, CMA).
• Shadow experienced professionals to understand day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives.
• Build a strong professional network within the organization and the broader financial community.
• Present findings and insights from assigned projects to department heads and program mentors.
• Actively seek feedback and embrace opportunities for personal and professional growth.

• Recent graduate (within the last 1-2 years) with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field.
• A strong academic record, demonstrating excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic understanding of financial principles, accounting concepts, and economic trends.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is a significant advantage.
• Highly motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced corporate environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Demonstrated ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a genuine interest in the financial services industry.
• Previous internship experience in finance or related fields is a plus.

• Actively participate in training sessions and learn new skills.
• Assist senior staff with daily tasks and project execution.
• Follow instructions and adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of training progress and tasks completed.
• Demonstrate a proactive attitude towards learning and professional development.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong willingness to learn and a positive attitude.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to commit to the duration of the apprenticeship/trainee program.

• Structured training and mentorship.
• Hands-on industry experience.
• Opportunity for full-time employment upon successful completion.
• Competitive apprentice/trainee wage.
• Pathway to a rewarding career.