Finance Manager - KSA

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

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy in Riyadh is seeking a qualified Finance Manager to lead external audits, manage financial reporting, and ensure compliance with KSA regulations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of accounting experience with a strong audit background, specifically in project-based and billing environments. This permanent role offers a unique opportunity to work on innovative projects while contributing to the region's development.

Benefits

Opportunity to collaborate with an innovative team

Exposure to cutting-edge projects

Tailored professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in finance or accounting.
• Strong audit background is preferred.
• Experience in project-based environments and billing models.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage external audits for compliance.
• Prepare monthly management reports with financial summaries.
• Manage cashflow and liquidity with monthly forecasts.
• Oversee accounts receivable and payable processes.
• Ensure accurate client invoicing in collaboration with Operations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Proficient in financial software and tools

Education

Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

ARX is a global network of specialists in engineering, design, and architecture. Our team offers 360° consulting, project management, and technical services in :

airports, bridges, buildings, cableways,

digital innovation, environment, equipment,

geology, geotechnics, hydropower, metros,

nuclear plants, oil & gas, pipelines, ports,

railways, river engineering, roads, traffic,

tunnels, and water / wastewater treatment.

With offices across Europe, North and South America, Asia, Africa, and Oceania, our agile task force combines global expertise with local know-how. The result is our uniquely "glocal" approach, which allows us to meet the specific needs of each community while incorporating international best practices. At ARX, smart minds strive for a sustainable future, transforming communities one innovative project at a time.

People are the heart and soul of ARX. We are a home for innovators, visionaries, and experts to develop talents, launch careers, and collaborate with fellow specialists. ARX values individuals. Believing their brilliance and determination will provide solutions to tomorrow's challenges, we welcome professionals who will both benefit from and enrich our team.

ARX, marks a significant expansion into the Middle East with its offices in UAE and KSA. This underscores our dedication to innovation and engineering excellence, bolstering our position in the dynamic GCC market.

For our office in Riyadh, we are looking for

Finance Manager – KSA – 100% (m / f)

The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with a strong audit background and a deep understanding of accounting principles. Experience within professional services especially project-based and billing environments is essential. The role requires someone currently based in KSA, with clear knowledge of local financial regulations and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
• Leading and managing external audits and ensuring compliance with statutory reporting requirements
• Preparing monthly management reports, including variance analysis and financial summaries
• Preparing and filing VAT and Withholding Tax (WHT) in line with KSA regulations
• Supporting the Finance Director in the coordination of budgeting and forecasting processes
• Managing cashflow and liquidity, including preparation of monthly forecasts
• Building and maintaining strong banking and treasury relationships to support operational needs
• Overseeing accounts receivable and payable (AR / AP) cycles to ensure timely collections and disbursements
• Handling subconsultant financial management, including tracking, payments, and reconciliations
• Ensuring accurate and timely client invoicing and working closely with Operations to improve working capital

Providing financial insight to the local office management team and preparing ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with a minimum of 10 years of experience
• Audit background is strongly preferred
• Prior experience in the Middle East is preferred, especially within the KSA regulatory framework
• Solid experience in professional services, with a good understanding of project accounting and milestone billing models
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate across teams
• Proficient in financial software and tools, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

We Offer

• Opportunity to collaborate with a forward-thinking, synergistic, and innovative team.
• Exposure to cutting-edge projects driving Middle East / North African regions development.
• Personalized professional growth and developmental avenues tailored to your career aspirations.

If you would you like to join our highly motivated and very successful team please send us your complete application!

Sector: Construction / Civil Engineering

Role: Accounting / Banking / Finance

Will manage other people : No

Job type: Permanent job

Career level: Employee