Senior Manager, Financial Forensics

Team Saudi; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A national sports governance body based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Senior Manager for Financial Forensics. This role involves managing audits, conducting forensic reviews, and ensuring compliance across sports federations. Candidates should have a strong background in financial analysis and forensic accounting, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. The organization fosters a supportive environment and values integrity in all operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial forensics or auditing.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data and provide evidence-based recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Manage forensic reviews and support audits for financial accuracy.
• Monitor financial transactions and identify risks within federations.
• Engage with federations to promote financial integrity and compliance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forensic accounting

Stakeholder engagement

Auditing

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field

Job description

Overview

Manage and execute financial forensic, audit support, and targeted accounting review activities across sports federations to support transparency, accuracy, and financial integrity in line with SOPC governance standards. The role focuses on conducting detailed forensic reviews, supporting federation audits, monitoring financial risks, and ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented. The Senior Manager works closely with federations and internal stakeholders to identify irregularities, strengthen financial controls, and promote sound financial practices across the federations ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Federations Accounting & Financial Oversight
• Support the implementation and application of SOPC’s standardized accounting framework across federations to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Review federation financial statements and supporting schedules to validate accuracy, completeness, and alignment with reporting requirements.
• Monitor accounting transactions, budget utilization, and spending trends to identify potential risks, control gaps, or irregularities.
• Work with federation finance teams to address accounting issues, reconcile discrepancies, and improve the quality of financial reporting.
• Prepare financial analysis, observations, and summaries to support leadership decision-making and ongoing oversight.
• Federations Financial Audit Support
• Support the planning and execution of federation financial audits in coordination with Internal Audit and external auditors.
• Participate in audit fieldwork, documentation reviews, and internal control assessments in line with applicable auditing standards.
• Analyze audit findings to identify recurring issues, control weaknesses, and areas requiring corrective action.
• Track audit observations and follow up on remediation plans to ensure timely and effective closure.
• Federations Financial Forensics
• Conduct forensic reviews and special examinations related to suspected fraud, misconduct, improper spending, or conflicts of interest within federations.
• Analyze financial records, transactions, contracts, and supporting documentation to identify red flags and root causes.
• Prepare clear, evidence-based forensic reports and case documentation to support management decisions and risk mitigation actions.
• Recommend practical control enhancements, process improvements, and preventive measures to reduce exposure to future financial misconduct.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Federation Coordination
• Act as a key point of contact for federations on financial forensics and audit-related matters, ensuring clear communication and timely issue resolution.
• Coordinate with Finance, Legal, GRC, Procurement, and Internal Audit teams to align forensic activities and ensure consistent oversight.
• Support federation finance teams through guidance, clarification, and follow-up on governance and compliance matters.

Our Commitment

At Team Saudi, we care deeply about creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for our athletes and employees. We welcome applicants who demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful workplace where everyone is protected, valued, and given fair opportunities to thrive.