Finance Manager

Finance Manager – Bahrain **Location:** Bahrain **Employment:** Full\-time, On\-site **Experience:** 8\+ Years **Sector:** Financial Services / Diversified Business Group Position Summary We are seeking a seasoned **Finance Manager** to take ownership of financial management and reporting across a diversified group of businesses operating in Bahrain. This position is suited to a finance professional who can combine strong technical accounting knowledge with commercial awareness. The successful candidate will oversee financial reporting, planning, forecasting, liquidity management, controls, compliance, and financial analysis across multiple entities. Experience within financial services is an advantage. We are also open to finance professionals from **technology, IT, manufacturing, engineering, FMCG, retail, hospitality, or other multi\-business environments**, provided they have demonstrated experience managing complex finance functions. Our business interests span several sectors, including restaurants, trading, fitness, education, and other commercial activities. Candidates do not need prior experience in every sector; strong finance leadership and the ability to understand different business models are more important. Key Areas of ResponsibilityFinancial Management \& Reporting * Oversee the finance function for multiple companies, business units, and operations. * Review and consolidate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. * Ensure financial information is accurate, timely, and useful for management decision\-making. * Monitor revenue, margins, operating costs, working capital, liquidity, and overall financial performance. * Develop management reports and provide meaningful analysis of business results. Planning \& Commercial Analysis * Lead annual budgeting and periodic forecasting exercises. * Manage cash\-flow projections and liquidity planning. * Build financial models to support business plans, investments, and strategic initiatives. * Analyze costs, profitability, business performance, and potential areas for improvement. * Assess new business opportunities and investments from a financial and commercial perspective. * Provide recommendations to senior leadership based on financial data and business trends. Controls, Compliance \& Risk * Maintain effective financial controls across the group's businesses. * Develop and improve finance policies, procedures, and reporting processes. * Ensure compliance with relevant accounting, tax, financial, and regulatory obligations. * Identify financial and operational risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures. * Coordinate internal and external audit activities and follow through on audit findings. Leadership \& Stakeholder Management * Lead, supervise, and develop finance personnel across different business operations. * Partner with senior management on strategic planning, growth initiatives, investments, and financial decisions. * Maintain effective relationships with banks, auditors, financial institutions, regulators, consultants, and other external stakeholders. * Work with operational teams to improve financial discipline and business performance. * Adapt finance processes and reporting approaches to the needs of different industries and business units. Process Improvement \& Transformation * Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve financial efficiency. * Drive improvements in accounting and reporting processes. * Support ERP implementation, optimization, and integration initiatives. * Introduce automation and digital tools to improve finance operations. * Strengthen reporting systems, controls, and financial data quality across the organization. Candidate Profile We are looking for a finance professional who brings both **technical expertise and commercial judgment**. Education \& Professional Background * Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related discipline. * Professional qualification such as **CA, ACCA, CPA, CFA**, or an equivalent credential is preferred. * At least **8 years of relevant experience** in finance and accounting. * Minimum **3 years in a Finance Manager, Senior Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or comparable leadership position**. Technical Skills Strong practical experience in several of the following areas: * Financial reporting and consolidation * Budget preparation and forecasting * Cash\-flow and liquidity management * Working\-capital management * Financial planning and analysis * Financial modeling * Cost management and profitability analysis * Internal controls and compliance * Financial and operational risk management * ERP/accounting systems * Advanced Microsoft Excel Leadership \& Business Skills * Strong analytical and problem\-solving capability. * Ability to translate financial information into practical business recommendations. * Excellent communication and stakeholder\-management skills. * Strong organizational and decision\-making abilities. * Experience leading and developing finance teams. * Commercially focused approach to financial management. * Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple business units. Industry Background Experience in **financial services** is preferred, but it is not mandatory. Candidates from **Technology/IT, Manufacturing, Engineering, FMCG, Retail, Hospitality, Trading, or other diversified business environments** are encouraged to apply, particularly where their previous roles involved: * Managing finance across multiple entities or business units * Complex reporting and consolidation * Budgeting and financial forecasting * Financial modeling and business planning * Cost and profitability management * Cash\-flow and working\-capital control * ERP implementation or improvement * Finance automation and process transformation * Investment and business\-case analysis * Working directly with senior leadership Additional Advantage Preference may be given to candidates who have experience with: * Group\-level finance management * Multi\-industry business operations * Investment evaluation and financial due diligence * ERP transformation projects * Audit and regulatory coordination * Banking and financial\-institution relationships * Building or improving finance processes within growing organizations Relocation Professionals currently based in **India** who are interested in relocating to Bahrain are welcome to apply. **Work Location:** Bahrain **Work Arrangement:** In\-person **Employment Type:** Full\-time Work Location: In person