Group Finance Director

Objective of the Job:

The Director of Finance will direct and oversee the financial activities of the group, direct the preparation of current financial reports and summaries, and create forecasts predicting future growth.

Direct Manager:

CEO

Number of employees in Finance Division:

10+ employees

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Driving the companys financial planning

Oversees Accounting department, budget preparation, and audit functions.

Performing risk management by analyzing the organization s liabilities and investments

Deciding on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risks

Works with other department heads to monitor each department and make recommendations.

Recruits and hires accounting and financial staff and conducts performance evaluations.

Coordinates training programs for new staff and identifies training needs for current staff.

Manage accounting and financial activities of all group companies

Duties/Responsibilities:

Establishes and manage internal controls and guidelines for accounting transactions and budget preparation.

Oversees preparation of business activity reports, financial forecasts, and annual budgets.

Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with IFRS.

Responsible for Zakat and tax planning throughout the fiscal year; files monthly/quality VAT and annual Zakat return.

Audits accounts to ensure compliance with Saudi regulations; coordinates with external auditors and provides needed information for the annual audit.

Presents recommendations to management on short- and long-term financial objectives and policies.

Provides financial analysis with an emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.

Ensures compliance with government requirements.

Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

Excellent management and supervisory skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English.

Proficient inSAP-B1 or similar accounting/ERP system.

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Proficient in ZATCA and QAWAEM websites.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor s degree in Accounting.

10 years or more of related experience required.