Head of Finance Department

JOBZE; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 279,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Jeddah is seeking a Finance Manager to build and run the finance function from the ground up for a new steel manufacturing operation.

You will establish COA, ERP configuration, policies, controls, and drive financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow management to support plant start-up and ongoing operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• CPA/CMA/SOCPA/ACCA/CA certification advantageous.
• Hands-on ERP experience (SAP).
• Experience leading a finance team in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Set up the finance function including chart of accounts, ERP config, policies, approvals, and internal controls.
• Lead the finance department and drive performance.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts; manage cash flow and working capital.
• Track capex and project costs through to plant start-up.
• Manage relationships with banks, auditors, suppliers, and government bodies.
• Ensure IFRS and ZATCA compliance (VAT, e-invoicing, withholding tax, zakat).
• Deliver monthly management reports and KPIs to CEO and leadership.
• Lead and develop accounting team; automate processes.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Cost accounting

Internal controls

Team development

ERP configuration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CMA/SOCPA/ACCA/CA

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

# Head of Finance DepartmentConfidentialSaudi Arabia - JeddahPosted 24 October 2026LinkedInDirect employerGrowth-stageEnterpriseLocationSaudi Arabia - JeddahJob typeOn-siteExperience8-10 yearsSalarySAR 25k–35k/mo (est.)Apply on LinkedIn## Job descriptionFinance Manager | Steel Manufacturing | Jeddah, Saudi ArabiaWe are a new, large-scale steel manufacturing company in Jeddah, and production starts around January. We are looking for a Finance Manager who can build and run our finance function from the ground up.ResponsibilitiesSet up the finance function: chart of accounts, ERP configuration, policies, approval matrix, and internal controlsLead the finance departmentLead cost accountingPrepare budgets and forecasts and manage cash flow and working capitalTrack capex and project costs through to plant start-upManage relationships with banks, auditors, suppliers, and government bodiesEnsure compliance with IFRS and ZATCA requirements (VAT, e-invoicing, withholding tax, and zakat)Deliver accurate monthly management reports and KPIs to the CEO and leadership teamLead, develop, and coordinate the accounting team (AR, AP, costing, treasury)Develop team skills and automate processes.RequirementsMaster's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field8-10 years of finance experience in the manufacturing industryFluent English and ArabicHands-on ERP experience (SAP)Experience leading a finance teamBased in Jeddah or willing to relocatePrevious Start Up ExperienceSteel, metals, or heavy industry backgroundProfessional certifications such as CPA, CMA, SOCPA, ACCA, or CAKnowledge of Saudi VAT, zakat, and customs