Senior Manager - Finance Technology - Horizon & Ramp up (CORS300)

Qiddiya Investment Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Riyadh is seeking a Senior Manager – Finance Technology to oversee financial technology initiatives. The successful candidate will manage the implementation of financial systems and lead a team of professionals, ensuring these align with organizational goals. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in finance and technology, with over 12 years of experience. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation and benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of experience in finance, accounting, or technology management.
• Proven track record in managing technology projects and teams.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. PMP, Agile) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial technology initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage technology transition and implementation of financial systems.
• Lead and mentor a team of finance technology professionals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, or IT-related fields

Tools

ERP systems (e.g. SAP)

Job description

The Senior Manager – Finance Technology will oversee the Horizon and Ramp-up phases of financial technology initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while delivering value-driven solutions.

Manage the technology transition and implementation of financial systems, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency and financial reporting accuracy.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the development and execution of technology strategy in the finance domain, ensuring all solutions align with overall business objectives.

Lead and mentor a team of finance technology professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of finance technology initiatives and drive informed decision-making.

Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to assess their potential application within the organization's financial operations.

Participate in budgeting and forecasting processes to ensure project milestones are met and resources allocated effectively.

Enhance data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, security, and compliance across financial systems.

Engage with relevant stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technology specifications that support efficient finance processes.

Ensure robust documentation and training for finance technology systems to promote user engagement and adoption.

Establish and maintain relationships with technology vendors, ensuring performance standards are met and contracts are managed effectively.

Minimum 12 years of experience in finance, accounting, or technology management, with a focus on finance-related technology solutions.

Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, or IT-related fields.

Proven track record in managing technology projects and teams in a finance environment.

Strong understanding of financial processes and systems, including ERP implementations (e.g. SAP).

Having relevant certifications (e.g. PMP, Agile) is an asset.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.