Financial Director

Sweater; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 299,962 - 449,943; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Key leadership role

Professional growth and development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Financial Director to lead the financial strategy and oversee operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing financial strategies, ensuring compliance, and managing cash flow. With a bachelor's degree in Finance and over 5 years of relevant experience, you will play a key role in shaping financial governance and supporting executive decision-making. Join us for a collaborative work environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in finance or accounting, ideally with leadership experience.
• Solid knowledge of budgeting, cash flow management, and financial controls.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall financial strategy.
• Ensure accuracy of financial reporting and manage daily cash flow.
• Prepare and monitor annual budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Financial strategy development

Financial reporting

Cash flow management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

CPA, CMA, or ACCA

Tools

ERP/accounting software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Financial Director to lead the company’s financial strategy and oversee all financial operations. This role is critical in ensuring strong financial governance, effective cash flow management, and accurate financial reporting to support executive decision‑making and sustainable growth.

The Financial director will work closely with the CEO and executive team, providing financial insights, maintaining compliance, and driving financial performance across all locations and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company’s overall financial strategy aligned with business objectives
• Oversee and ensure accuracy of financial reporting, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements
• Manage daily cash flow and ensure sufficient liquidity to support operations
• Establish, implement, and enforce robust financial controls, policies, and procedures
• Prepare annual budgets and forecasts; monitor budget performance and analyze variances
• Review and approve procurement activities and financial expenditures in line with approved budgets
• Manage VAT, tax filings, and ensure compliance with local regulations
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage the audit process
• Provide timely financial insights, analysis, and recommendations to the CEO and executive team
• Evaluate and monitor the financial performance of all locations, departments, and operations
• Support business planning, cost optimization, and profitability improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (CPA, CMA, or ACCA is a plus)
• 5+ years of experience in finance or accounting, with leadership or team lead experience
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, and financial controls
• Experience handling VAT, taxation, and working with external auditors
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into business insights
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working with financial systems and ERP/accounting software

Benefits

• A key leadership role with direct impact on company strategy
• Collaborative and fast‑growing work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development