Consulting, Finance Transformation - Manager (Riyadh)

PwC Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is seeking a Manager for its Finance Transformation unit in Riyadh. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to enhance clients' financial performance through strategic initiatives, effective project management, and stakeholder collaboration. With 7+ years of experience preferred, you’ll lead teams to innovate financial processes and drive business value.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in a similar role or industry.
• Big Four or relevant consulting experience.
• Ability to manage complex projects and deliver high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Assist leadership in shaping long-term business strategy.
• Manage client relationships, project budgeting, and deliverables.
• Pursue business development opportunities and lead delivery.

Skills

Project Management

Business Development

Finance Management

Finance Function Assessment

Change Management

Coaching

ERP Implementation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Master's of Business Administration

Job description

Business Unit Description

Why PwC

Established in the region for over 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 6,000 people across 12 countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and the United Arab Emirates. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market, and beyond.

BU Description

PwC is a global professional services firm that provides a range of Finance & Accounting consulting services to clients in various industries. Some of the finance & accounting consulting services that PwC offers include Accounting Advisory, Finance Transformation, Economics & Sustainability, AL&V, Government Reporting, and shift SAP. The services that PwC provides are designed to help clients improve their financial performance, manage risk, and meet regulatory requirments.

Job Summary

OU Description

PwC's Finance Transformation unit helps clients improve their financial performance by transforming their finance function. The team works with clients to design and implement strategic initiatives that enhance finance processes, optimize organizational structures, and drive business value. The unit leverages technology and data analytics to create efficient, effective, and innovative solutions that enable clients to better manage financial risks and opportunities. PwC's Finance Transformation professionals are experienced in managing complex finance transformation projects and possess a strong understanding of business processes, finance systems, and regulatory requirements. They work collaboratively with clients to deliver measurable results and help transform their finance function into a strategic partner that drives business performance.

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

• Assisting the leadership team in building a long term vision and strategy to continue growing the business.
• Take ownership in business development activities and shall start pursuing opportunities and leading their delivery.
• Strong project management skills as the delivery role requires client management, project budgeting and finance management, coaching and resource management on a portfolio of clients.
• A key part of delivery will be the creation, review and delivery of complex client deliverables which will include executive level reporting through to detailed documentation.
• With the appropriate guidance and training from the more experienced members in the team, you will be required to develop yourself personally, taking a keen interest in the finance transformation offering and the impact on our clients so you can help shape their thinking and our success in the market.

Additional Roles & ResponsibilitiesSkills and Competencies

• Experience in conducting finance function assessments and opportunity funneling for pilots.
• Experience in providing process expertise for implementation in end-to-end processes (Order to Cash, Record to Report, Procure to Pay) covering design and implementation.
• Experience in designing operating models, governance and communication frameworks within the finance function.
• Good understanding of change management and coaching needs to adopt in client environments.
• Experience with implementation and/or implementation supervision of full life cycle ERP systems (SAP, Oracle or Others).
• Proven experience of delivering high-quality strategic engagements across multiple industries.
• Strong interest and passion for developing, growing and mentoring juniors, as well as proactive knowledge sharing.
• The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East or where the project requirements dictate.

Educational Qualifications & Certifications

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or relevant field
• Preferable: Master's of Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or relevant field

Experience:

• 7+ years experience in a similar role or industry
• Big Four or relevant consulting experience.

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