AI and Automation Associate (Finance)

About Wahed:The global financial system wasn't built for everyone. For millions of people, its reliance on interest (riba) creates a barrier to managing money and building wealth without compromising their values.At Wahed, we're changing that. We are a global fintech company on a mission to build a new financial system—one that is ethical, accessible, and entirely interest-free. From our offices across the globe, our team is building products that were once deemed impossible, from pioneering Shariah-compliant equity ETFs, creating riba-free alternatives to high yield savings accounts, to creating no-leverage real estate investments for truly interest-free income producing assets. If you're driven to solve complex problems and believe finance should empower, not exclude, join us in building a more equitable financial future.Job Brief:As a AI and Automation Associate (Finance) at Wahed, you will be the analytical engine powering strategic decision-making across the business. You will work directly with the Finance Director and cross-functional leaders to translate data into financial insight, build dynamic forecasting models, and strengthen the financial foundations of a rapidly scaling, values-driven fintech.This role combines financial analysis expertise with automation and data intelligence to streamline workflows, strengthen decision-making, and improve operational scalability.Job Description:Automate Core Business OperationsDevelop and maintain automated scripts and workflows for routine data tasks, including compliance reporting, internal client reporting, and daily reconciliations (fees, client holdings, transactions).Build and manage dashboards that provide a single source of truth for regional KPIs, empowering leadership with actionable, real-time insights.Identify and eliminate points of friction in our financial and operational processes, creating a smoother and more efficient experience for our clients without compromising rigors.Financial Planning & AnalysisDevelop and deploy automated workflows and scripts to streamline financial and business operations, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and reconciliations.Prepare and automate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in actual vs. target performance tracking.Support budgeting and cost-control processes, integrating AI tools for predictive analytics and real-time variance detection.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights that guide business and investment decisions.Research, analyze, and model potential business expansion or optimization opportunities using AI-enhanced financial modeling.Job Specification:QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Data Science, or a related analytical discipline.Proven experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Data Analytics, or Business Intelligence.Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets, with hands-on experience in SQL and Python for financial automation and analysis.Strong understanding of financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis.Hands-on experience with Google Apps Script to automate processes within the Google Workspace ecosystem.Demonstrated ability to use low-code/no-code automation platforms (e.g., n8n, Zapier) to connect systems and build efficient workflows.Practical experience leveraging AI/LLMs for complex reasoning, data analysis, or building decision-making tools.Familiarity with data visualization and analytics tools (e.g., Metabase, MixPanel, Segment, Google Analytics).Skills & Attributes:Excellent analytical, presentation, and communication skills — able to translate data into strategic insights.A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight timelines.Passion for ethical finance and alignment with Wahed’s mission of building a riba-free financial ecosystem.Why Wahed?Strategic Exposure: Work closely with the Finance Director, gaining deep insight into financial strategy, capital planning, and growth management.Tangible Impact: Your analyses and models will directly inform decisions shaping the future of ethical fintech.Global Mission, Unified Team: Join a diverse, purpose-driven organization redefining the way finance serves humanity.