Finance Manager

Madar; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics platform in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, including planning, budgeting, and reporting. This role requires a strong financial background with a minimum of 10 years of experience (3-5 years in management), alongside expertise in financial regulations and team leadership. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, be fluent in Arabic and English, and contribute to the company's strategic decision-making process. Join us to shape the future of financial trajectories!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience (3-5 years as Manager) in finance management or accounting.
• Extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Understanding of financial regulations and principles, especially in the logistics sector.
• Ability to analyze complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Well-versed in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and analysis.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with departments to align business goals and resource usage.
• Facilitate further growth and maintain financial health.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Master's degree or certification (CPA, CMA)

Tools

ERP systems

Financial software

Job description

Madar is a leading Saudi digital logistics platform, owned by Elm transforming transportation management across industries. It connects shippers, carriers, and logistics partners through a unified ecosystem that delivers visibility, efficiency, and automation. Madar enables seamless shipment execution, financial integration, and real-time tracking — redefining the future of logistics in the Kingdom and beyond.

Madar seeks a Finance Manager to join our growing team for a crucial role in our growing organization and helping manage our financial operations. You'll be responsible for handling financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and analysis.

You’ll be responsible for maintenance and continuous refinement of financial procedures to achieve compliance with relevant regulations and standards. You’ll have your analytical skills at your disposal as you analyze financial performance to provide insights that guide the organization's strategic decision‑making.

Furthermore, you will collaborate with other departments to contribute to business goals and align resource usage for optimum efficiency. This role is fundamental in ensuring the financial health of Madar and facilitating further growth.

If you are a detail‑oriented professional with a good grounding in finance and experience in leadership, we invite you to join us and be a part of the future of our financial trajectory.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. Master's degree or a certification (CPA, CMA) is highly desirable.
• Experience: A minimum of 10 years of experience (3-5 years as Manager) working in a finance management, accounting, or equivalent field, with a proven track record of delivering financial performance.
• Extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Understanding of financial regulations and accounting principles, more specifically for the logistics sector.
• Experienced in ERP systems and financial software used for handling accounting processes and reporting.
• Ability to analyze complex data with a problem‑solving mindset in order to interpret complex financial data and draw workable insights.
• Well‑versed in Arabic and English with good written and oral communications to present data effectively.
• Ability to manage and direct teams of financiers effectively to achieve targets.
• Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams, to influence individuals at all levels.
• A very good amount of detail and precision, in addition to working under pressure to achieve time targets.
• Experience in planning and streamlining financial operations to achieve growth and efficiency in an organization.
• Strong knowledge of ZATCA (Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority) regulations and compliance requirements.
• Hands‑on experience with VAT, excise tax, corporate income tax, and zakat filings in Saudi Arabia.
• Ability to manage tax returns, reconcile tax liabilities, and communicate effectively with ZATCA during audits or inquiries.