Finance Manager

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

Job summary

Madar, a leading digital logistics platform in Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, including planning, budgeting, and reporting. This role is pivotal in ensuring the financial health of Madar and supporting growth.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of finance experience, strong analytical and leadership skills, and proficiency in both Arabic and English. Responsibilities include compliance with regulations and collaboration across departments to enhance financial efficiency.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in finance management, with 3-5 years as a manager.
• Proven track record of delivering financial performance.
• Extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and analysis.
• Refine financial procedures to comply with regulations.
• Collaborate with departments to align resources for efficiency.

Skills

Financial planning

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Leadership

Bilingual (Arabic and English)

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field

Master's degree or CPA/CMA certification

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 team and help manage our financial operations. You'll be responsible for handling financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and analysis.

You will be responsible for maintenance and continuous refinement of financial procedures to achieve compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Your analytical skills will be utilized as you analyze financial performance to provide insights that guide the organization's strategic decision-making.

Additionally, 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 strong grounding in finance and experience in leadership, we invite you to join us and be 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, 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 to interpret financial data and draw actionable insights.
• Well-versed in Arabic and English with good written and oral communication skills to present data effectively.
• Ability to manage and direct teams of financiers effectively to achieve targets.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and influence individuals at all levels.
• Strong attention to detail and precision, and ability to work under pressure to meet 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.