Finance Manager, Middle East

Overview

Finance Manager, Middle East Jobs in Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain at Crypto.com

Title: Finance Manager, Middle East

Company: Crypto.com

Location: Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to cover the Middle East region. Reporting to EVP, Finance, the ideal candidate will have a strong background in regulatory compliance, financial reporting, and stakeholder engagement.

This role will be responsible for managing interactions with regulators, auditors and other external parties, ensuring timely submission of accurate reports and maintaining compliance with all relevant financial regulations.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain operating budgets, local accounting and reconciliation mechanisms and manage and oversee the cash flow of the company ensuring it has the appropriate treasury controls

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 the Company and external regulatory requirements

Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with regulators, auditors, local banking partners and other external stakeholders

Produce monthly, quarterly and annual forecasting and periodic reporting of financial results to the General Manager, Group CFO and Board of Directors

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 the Middle East, ensuring compliance with licensing obligations

Support other ad hoc duties/projects assigned

Requirements

Minimum 6 years relevant experience in the Financial Services sector, particularly in regulated environments

Chartered accountancy certifications (e.g. CPA, ACA, ACCA etc.)

Prior experience as a named Finance Officer or similar role for regulatory licenses in the Middle East is highly preferred Deep understanding of cash flow management, liquidity management and accounting practices tailored to UAE and/or Middle East region

Excellent command of spoken and written English. 

Good proficiency in speaking and writing Arabic is a plus. 

Experience with international/multinational companies is a plus

Strong understanding of IFRS principles

Knowledge of crypto related subjects is a plus

Knowledge in 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

Strong willingness to roll up their sleeves to get the job done

Passionate about start-ups and the growth of digital assets