Finance Manager

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

Job summary

A leading logistics digital platform in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations. This role involves financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations. Candidates should have at least 10 years of finance experience, including management roles, and familiarity with ERP systems. Proficiency in Arabic and English, along with strong analytical and team management skills, is essential. Join us to contribute to the organization's financial success and growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in finance management or accounting.
• 3-5 years of experience as a manager.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations in logistics.

Responsibilities

• Handle financial planning, budgeting, and reporting.
• Collaborate with departments to align resource usage.
• Ensure financial health and support growth initiatives.

Skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Variance analysis

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Team management

Problem-solving

Communication in Arabic and English

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.

Requirements

• 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