Finance Manager
- Riyadh
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Job Summary:
A position has arisen to assist the Head of Finance Operations ME&A in delivering a high quality and effective tax reporting and statutory compliance function for ME&A business. This role will head the tax and compliance function which, with the support of finance operations team and internal tax advisory team, will ensure tax compliance of all ME&A entities, manage tax submissions, planning & budgeting and contribute towards statutory compliance (including internal & external audits and statutory financial statements). The role will lead the design and implementation of robust processes and controls surrounding above areas to ensure that tax reporting and compliance processes all operate effectively and in accordance with SOPs.
Responsibilities
Lead the design and implementation of processes surrounding tax and statutory compliance, maintaining robust reconciliations and documentation to satisfy tax and finance regulatory requirements;
Lead the preparation, audit and filing of statutory financial statements of selected entities in the region;
Provide advice to the finance and non-finance business operations on tax-related queries and implications for new and ongoing client/supplier projects;
Manage the team to ensure timely submission of other Statutory and Regulatory returns as they relate to finance including, but not limited to, Government Surveys, Bank Surveys etc;
Support the Head of Finance Operations on ad-hoc initiatives and analysis;
Develop strong working relationships with team members and other key stakeholders;
Manage subordinates ensuring their career development and coaching.
Technical Competencies
Essential
Fully Qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA/CPA or other recognised Accounting qualification;
Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience, preferably in the Middle East, with some experience of working in a tax & compliance lead role for a construction/engineering consultancy organisation;
Sound knowledge of Middle East tax regulations and requirements;
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Working knowledge of other Microsoft Office tools;
High standard of (numerical) presentation skills;
Excellent communication in English (both written and oral).
Experience of interacting with multiple businesses and finance functions;
Experience of working within a multi-cultural environment;
Proven ability to develop strong working relationships and communicate effectively at all levels.
Desirable
Working knowledge of JD Edwards, Hyperion Finance Management (HFM) and Oracle.
Knowledge of Data Modelling, PowerPivot and PowerBI tools is an advantage.
Grasp over Arabic language will be an added advantage.
Behavioural Competencies
Essential
Initiative - Able to work independently with minimum supervision, make suggestions on best practice and improving current processes and procedures.
Problem Solving - Can think of creative solutions to problems.
Analytical - Able to analyse large volumes of date and clearly communicate findings.
Strong interpersonal skills - Able to develop productive internal working relationships with colleagues at all levels.
Teamwork - Willingly cooperate with others towards the same goals and objectives.
Communication skills - Clear, concise and relevant in both the verbal and written form.
Time Management - Able to prioritise, plan ahead and achieve objectives within strict deadlines.
Influencing - Confident liaising with and influencing at all levels within the organisation.
Cultural Awareness - Able to work within a diverse team and to engage all colleagues.
Capable of intelligent debate - challenge colleagues in a constructive manner, communicate complexity clearly, avoid being abrasive or judgemental.
Salary & Benefits
A competitive salary
Accommodation allowance
Transportation allowance
22 calendar days annual leave (based on 5 days working week)
Medical and life insurance cover
Discretionary bonus scheme
Annual flight allowance to point of origin
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