Reporting Analyst

ASR Global Services (Watar Partners & Co (Private) Limited) is one of the leading providers of research, financial solutions and investment evaluation in the region. ASR Global Services delivers a range of services to international clients, including institutional grade investment analysis, post-investment monitoring and performance commentaries, complex financial modelling, financial planning, feasibility studies, macro and micro economic research and specific advisory mandates to support principal investing, strategic asset allocation and M&A activities. Our international clients are comprised of key venture capital firms, UHNW groups, institutions, multi-family offices and fund / asset managers primarily in the GCC.

About the Role

The Reporting Analyst will be responsible for preparing accurate, timely, and insightful client financial reports, with a focus on investment portfolio performance, Net Asset Value (NAV) updates, and reconciliations. This is a highly hands-on role that involves processing accounting entries, reconciling transactional data, and maintaining detailed records on a daily basis. The position also requires close collaboration with internal teams, including Coverage, IT, and Finance, as well as external consultants. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of financial reporting processes, and the ability to contribute to system enhancements and process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Monthly Reporting:

• Process and post bank statements, portfolio statements, accruals, and capital activity data (capital calls, distributions, new investments, and exits).
• Update Net Asset Value (NAV) for client portfolios.
• Perform reconciliation of financial figures with investment balances to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Liaise with the Client Coverage team to gather updates on portfolio movements and other client-specific developments.
• Maintain data accuracy and consistency across systems used for reporting.

Quarterly Reporting:

• Post and update NAV data for direct and indirect investments (including SPVs).
• Conduct reconciliations of investment data and validate performance metrics such as IRR and MOIC.
• Participate in quarterly review cycles and ensure completeness of financial and portfolio reports.

Data Validation and Reconciliation:

• Perform asset class and investment-wise validation and reconciliation of data migrated into the new accounting system
• Validate key performance metrics in Power BI dashboards integrated with accounting software.
• Reconcile investment commitment values between Salesforce and Power BI to ensure data consistency across platforms.

Ad Hoc and Project-Based Tasks:

• Assist with ad hoc analysis and reporting requests from senior management and internal stakeholders.
• Support internal and external audits by providing relevant data and documentation.
• Collaborate on continuous process improvement initiatives for reporting accuracy, system integration, and workflow efficiency.
• Coordinate with IT, Finance, Coverage teams, and external consultants for automation and enhancement of reporting processes.

Basic Requirements

• Master’s degree in Finance and Accounting or or professional certifications (ACCA, CA, CPA) fully qualified preferred, though will consider CA finalists as well
• 2–4 years of experience in financial reporting, investment analysis, or related roles in asset management, private equity, or financial services.
• Candidates with a blend of Big Four and industry experience will be highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of investment concepts (NAV, IRR, MOIC), portfolio structures (including SPVs), and financial reconciliation techniques.
• Proficiency in financial reporting tools and accounting systems; experience with Microsoft Power BI, Oracle NetSuite, Salesforce, and portfolio management software is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with data migration and validation.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.