Kearney, ME Controller/Analyst

Job Description

Kearney, ME Controller/ Analyst

About the job 

As the Controller/Analyst in our Dubai office, supporting the Finance function with a focus predominantly on the Middle East region. This position will be responsible for driving client finance operations scope for the Middle East unit from job opening to tracking and reporting of pipeline for assigned Practices. Act as an Internal advisor and first point of contact to senior management on Client Finance Operations topics for selected Practices.

Reporting directly to the ME Financial Controller and functionally to the Regional CFO. The position also works closely with Finance teams in Dubai, South Africa, Turkey, London, and Chicago; as well as other local functions such as HR, Staffing, Office Management, and Legal.

The ME finance team consists of 11 members.

Key responsibilities 

Client Finance Operations

·         Coordinate with project officers to comply with Finance policies for job codes opening, ensuring accurate and timely revenue and bookings recognition

·         Liaise with FST (back-end team) to accurately record project financials (budget, start and end dates, invoice schedules)

·         Action time and expense recharges

·         Maintain clean project records: start/end dates of projects, project closing per Sr. Controller guidance

·         Coordinate translation of Arabic contracts with Translator

Invoicing & WIP Management

·         Maintenance of invoice schedules in SAP

·         Timely issuance of client invoices following guidance from Senior Controller: includes coordinating with FST for SAP entry + English-Arabic translation where applicable

·         Timely sharing of invoices with Project Team and/or Client

·         Following up with the project teams to push payments in Etimad portal

·         Coordinate projects status updates with FST: includes write-up/off and full closure

·         Support Sr. Controller when required in WC calls, collection dates used for treasury cash flow forecasts and project follow up.

Practice Area Pipeline management

·         Update Leads and Proposal information into the L&P SAP tool in collaboration with project leadership, aim to maintain an accurate pipeline at all times (weekly or monthly basis)

·         Track that PRAFs have been requested at proposal stage

 

Ad hoc Support: Day-to-day Client Finance & Operations tasks:

·        Assist on tool access requests

·        RFP Data Requests per practice allocation

·        New Client creation compliance

·        Non-billable code creation

·        Support in local audit request

Who you are 

After nearly 100 years, we know this business is fundamentally about making connections—between facts, figures, insights, strategies, tools, technologies and above all, people. That’s why, we look for proactive, positive, and flexible individuals who are always unapologetically their unique selves. 

We want to hear from you if you: 

·       Have a university degree or equivalent and are studying for, or completed an internationally recognized Certified/Chartered accountant qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA

·       Have a minimum 3-5 years in a similar role. Professional service industry experience is desirable Have a strong accounting, analytical, numerical and structural skills

·       Possess strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word and PowerPoint

·       Have experience with financial software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP R3, Oracle) is a plus

·       Are well organized, and able to set priorities.

·       Are a team player, but can work independently

·       Have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

·       Have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

·       Are commercially minded and are willing to be hands on

·       Have strong organization skills, attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

·       Are a self-driven, highly motivated team player who understands the implications of collaborating in a truly global environment

What we can offer you 

Every day, our people work to be the difference for our clients, our communities, and our colleagues. Helping them to make an impact, they are sustained by a competitive remuneration package plus comprehensive benefits and perks, including but not limited to: 

·       Generous retirement/pension savings contributions 

·       Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and their families 

·       Structured and on-the-job learning and development opportunities 

·       Personalized opportunities to help you chart a unique career journey to pursue your own personal and professional goals 

Learn more at Kearney.com/careers. 

Apply now. Submit your cover letter, CV (.doc or .pdf format only) via our website.

Equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination 
Kearney prides itself on providing a culture where our employees belong and thrive equally, which means our people feel comfort, confidence, and joy as they do great things for our firm, our colleagues, and our clients. That’s why Kearney is committed to building a diverse workforce and inclusive environment. Kearney is an equal opportunity employer; we recruit, hire, train, promote, develop, and provide other conditions of employment without regard to a person’s gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other differences consistent with applicable laws. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices. We encourage everyone to apply, including those who may not feel historically represented in consulting. 

 

 

 

Qualifications

Language Requirements

Arabic/ English