Director Support

Doka; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced finance leader to manage the Finance, Accounting, and CCM teams. This role involves supporting the Managing Director, ensuring financial compliance, and driving effective business strategies. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, at least five years of management experience, and strong knowledge of financial standards in the construction industry. Excellent leadership, communication skills, and proficiency in English are essential to foster a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience in a similar management role.
• Profound knowledge of relevant financial and accounting standards.
• Excellent proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Finance, Accounting and CCM team.
• Serve as an advisor to the Managing Director on financial sustainability.
• Implement controlling standards and improve processes continuously.

Skills

Financial analysis

Controlling

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting

Tools

SAP FI and CO modules

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

• Lead, manage and develop the Finance, Accounting and CCM team as well as the IT function, ensuring a high level of cooperation and cross-functional support to all other departments as well as the regional and HQ teams
• Serve as a strategic sparring partner and advisor to the Managing Director, with a strong focus on financial sustainability, risk management, and emerging business trends.
• Demonstrate strong cultural awareness with the ability to integrate effectively into a highly diverse team.
• Play an active role in the country management team
• Manage all accounting operations including Billing, A / R, A / P, GL and Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Revenue Recognition and Collection
• Execute month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes
• Coordinate the preparation of all regulatory reporting and compliance with local government requirements, rules and regulations as well as tax filings
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of budget and financial forecasts
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Manage the full CCM process, including dunning process and ageing analysis including risk management
• Ensure all processes within the organization are set-up and maintained with sound internal controls and in line with relevant Doka Standards (where applicable)
• Implement the controlling standards and continuously improve the controlling processes in the country
• Plan and execute regular audits to assure compliance with the standards and continuous improvement of the processes – in all departments based on WI / PI
• Plan cash flow effectively to ensure self-sufficient funding of the country organisation
• Act proactively as a business partner and commercial consultant of the management
• Prepare analyses, provide recommendations and significantly contribute to the improvement of the financial performance
• Act as Compliance Ambassador for all relevant entities, ensuring integrity and compliance with our internal Code of Conduct at all times in collaboration with the Compliance Department in HQ
• Create and implement KPIs for themselves and their team, based on agreed targets, ensuring achievement
• Develop and support the finance & controlling team, driving their development and coaching to foster a high-performance culture
• Acting as an inspiring role model, consistently embodying and representing Doka’s strategy, values, leadership culture, and code of conduct
• Driving and executing Doka's vision and strategy, including continuous improvement and development
• Develop proactive adjustment and early-action plans to address potential economic changes.
• Communicate with adapting style and approach to suit different audiences and stakeholder groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, and / or related disciplines
• Minimum of five years' experience in a similar management role, demonstrating expertise in controlling, financial analysis, and business planning as well as supervising IT
• Profound knowledge of relevant financial and accounting standards
• Thorough commercial understanding and experience in the formwork, construction or building material industry, preferably with exposure to rental business models
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel skills and SAP FI and CO modules, ideally SAP S4 HANA
• Receptive mindset and enthusiastic curiosity towards IT including innovative AI tools and technologies
• Strong qualitative abilities, including analytical, interpersonal, organizational, and technical skills, along with effective problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication skills, able to convey information concisely and clearly to various internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated leadership skills, adept at managing diverse teams and delivering results
• High integrity and work ethic
• Flexibility to travel within KSA, Bahrain and Egypt
• Excellent proficiency in English