Head of Finance - Retail

Peergrowth Consultancy Co.; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Riyadh is seeking a Head of Finance to lead the financial strategy of high-growth retail segments. This role involves operational efficiency, governance, and collaboration with senior leadership to drive long-term value creation. The ideal candidate should possess extensive finance experience, with a strong background in retail finance management and team leadership, and hold relevant professional qualifications.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional development

Inclusive work environment

Culture valuing teamwork and innovation

Qualifications

• 12 to 15 years of finance experience with at least 5 years in senior finance leadership.
• Proven experience in retail finance management.
• Strong expertise in strategic planning, budgeting, FP&A and business partnering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the financial strategy and operational efficiency of the retail division.
• Oversee accounting, reporting, treasury and compliance for retail units.
• Provide financial insights to support operational and strategic decisions.

Skills

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

CA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

The Head of Finance will lead the financial strategy, performance and governance of the retail division. This role ensures operational efficiency, sustainable growth and compliance across all retail operations. Acting as a strategic partner to the CEO and Group CFO, the Head of Finance provides actionable insights, supports decision making and drives data-led financial management to enable long-term value creation.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Strategy & Planning

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business goals for retail operations.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance monitoring.
• Evaluate capital expenditure proposals, new retail projects and expansion plans for ROI and strategic fit.
• Implement cost optimisation, pricing strategies and margin improvement initiatives across retail channels.

Financial Operations & Governance

• Oversee accounting, reporting, treasury and compliance for retail units.
• Ensure strong internal controls and adherence to financial and regulatory standards.
• Conduct financial due diligence for partnerships, acquisitions or expansion initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs and financial metrics to drive efficiency and profitability.

Business Partnering & Analysis

• Provide financial insights to support operational, strategic and investment decisions.
• Model financial scenarios for new product launches, marketing campaigns and retail expansion.
• Work closely with operational teams to align budgets and track performance against business objectives.
• Lead digital finance transformation including ERP integration, automation and analytics.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing finance team across retail divisions.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Drive collaboration across departments to ensure alignment of financial strategies with operational goals.

Qualifications & Experience

• CA, CPA, ACCA or an equivalent professional qualification.
• 12 to 15 years of finance experience with at least 5 years in senior finance leadership.
• Proven experience in retail finance management.
• Strong expertise in strategic planning, budgeting, FP&A and business partnering.
• Knowledge of retail business models, inventory cycles, billing and margin management.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and data analytics tools.
• Excellent stakeholder management, leadership and communication skills.

Core Competencies

• Fostering Innovation : Implements best practices and drives financial process improvement.
• Driving Results : Accountable for achieving financial targets and operational KPIs.
• Championing Change : Leads teams through transformation and digital adoption.
• Driving Collaboration : Builds strong cross-functional relationships to achieve organisational objectives.

Benefits & Culture

• Opportunity to lead finance across high-growth retail segments.
• Inclusive work environment that fosters creativity, innovation and professional development.
• A culture that values teamwork, diversity and continuous learning.