Finance Manager

PROVEN Arabia | بروفن العربية; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial services firm in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to support strategic investment decisions and ensure financial compliance. This role involves leading budgeting and financial planning, managing cash flow, and overseeing accounting operations. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with 8-12 years of experience, preferably in external auditing. Strong knowledge of IFRS/GAAP and excellent communication skills in Arabic and English are essential. This position offers a full-time outstanding opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is mandatory.
• IFRS Diploma is mandatory.
• 8-12 years of experience, preferably in external auditing.
• Current or previous role as a finance manager.

Responsibilities

• Support investment decisions, capital expenditures, and business cases.
• Strengthen internal controls, policies, and compliance.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Manage cash flow and banking relations.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and tax regulations.

Skills

Expertise in Zakat, VAT, WHT

Financial reporting under IFRS/GAAP

Financial modeling

Communication and presentation skills (Arabic & English)

Leadership and team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

IFRS Diploma

Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

Tools

ERP/accounting systems (Odoo preferred)

Job description

About The Job

Position Title: Finance Manager
Location: On-Site, [Riyadh, Saudi Arabia]
Employment Type: Full-Time
Saudi nationals are preferred. Immediate joiners will be highly considered.

About Proven

Proven supports equal opportunities for all candidates and is committed to empowering its people through continuous personal and professional development. We foster a collaborative and inclusive environment built on mutual respect, innovation, and a healthy work-life balance. With a strong track record in recruitment, managed services, and workforce solutions, we are proud to be long-term partners in shaping success for both our clients and employees.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Finance Manager to join our finance team. This role plays a pivotal part in supporting strategic investment decisions, ensuring financial compliance, and driving accurate reporting across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in external auditing and experience in managing accounting operations within a listed or joint-stock company.

Responsibilities

• Support investment decisions, capital expenditures, and business cases.
• Strengthen internal controls, policies, and compliance.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Provide management reports and performance analysis.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and banking relations.
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate GL, AR, AP, and payroll postings.
• Review and close monthly and annual accounts.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and tax regulations.
• Coordinate with auditors and support audits.
• Maintain chart of accounts and accounting policies.

Requirements

Education / Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (mandatory)
• IFRS Diploma (mandatory)
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) – advantage

Experience:

• 8–12 years of experience, preferably in external auditing
• Current or previous role as a finance manager
• Prior experience with joint-stock companies and IPO readiness is highly desirable

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in Zakat, VAT, WHT
• Financial reporting under IFRS/GAAP
• Financial modeling, variance and sensitivity analysis
• ERP/accounting systems experience (Odoo preferred)
• Costing and profitability analysis

Soft Skills & Attributes:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills (Arabic & English)
• Strong attention to detail
• Leadership and team management capabilities