Financial Advisor / Manager (Remote | Part-Time | Freelance Consulting)

confidential; Riyadh; Remote; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing Civil Engineering & Construction Consulting Startup in Riyadh seeks a seasoned Financial Advisor / Manager. This part-time, remote consulting role involves setting up the finance department, strategic planning, and operational support. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and extensive experience in financial management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in financial management.
• Experience in startups or engineering/consulting firms is a plus.
• Proven track record in setting up financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement financial frameworks.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Provide periodic reviews and recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Financial Management

Financial Planning

Advisory Skills

Compliance

Taxation

Education

CA / CPA / MBA Finance

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

Company:

A growing Civil Engineering & Construction Consulting Startup based in RIyadh,KSA.

About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned Financial Advisor / Manager to support us on a part-time, remote, and consulting basis as we build the foundation of our finance and accounts department from the ground up. This is a freelance advisory role suited for an experienced finance professional who understands the nuances of startup environments—especially within the engineering, civil construction, or consulting sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Finance Department Setup:
• Design and implement a robust financial and accounting framework.
• Develop SOPs, internal controls, and compliance policies aligned with local laws and best practices.
• Recommend and implement accounting software/tools for project-based billing, payroll, and cost tracking.
• Strategic Financial Planning:
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling for business planning.
• Guide the founders on capex/opex optimization and cash flow management.
• Advise on funding strategy, pricing models, and profitability benchmarks.
• Operational Finance Support:
• Help structure the chart of accounts and cost centers based on project/department structure.
• Define templates and processes for invoicing, collections, vendor payments, and payroll.
• Set up initial tax, audit, and statutory compliance roadmap.
• Consulting & Advisory:
• Provide periodic reviews and recommendations to leadership.
• Be available on-demand (remotely) to support finance-related queries and decisions.

Skills

Ideal Profile:

• CA / CPA / MBA Finance or equivalent qualification.
• 7+ years of experience in financial management, preferably with experience in startups or engineering/consulting firms.
• Proven track record in setting up financial systems and policies from scratch.
• Familiarity with project-based accounting, taxation, and regional compliance frameworks KSA
• Strong advisory skills with a hands-on, practical approach.
• Able to commit to flexible, part-time hours on a freelance or retainer basis.