Senior Specialist - Finance Technology (Ramp up) (CORS306)

Qiddiya Investment Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Saudi Arabia seeks a finance technology specialist to enhance operational efficiency and financial reporting. Responsibilities include managing the adoption of new finance systems, developing training programs, and facilitating systems integration. Ideal candidates will have relevant finance certifications, strong experience with ERP systems, and exceptional project management skills. This role also offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation package

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a large finance function is preferred.
• Practical experience with ERP systems is essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with IT and finance teams for seamless technology adoption.
• Assist in training program design and execution for finance users.
• Manage ramp-up activities including user testing and documentation.
• Lead projects to improve finance technology alignment with business strategies.
• Track technology implementation and communicate with teams.
• Facilitate systems integration for better data accuracy.
• Assist in developing dashboards and reporting tools.
• Drive change management for user adoption of new systems.
• Identify process enhancement opportunities and recommend improvements.
• Stay updated on emerging finance technologies.

Skills

Finance system implementation

Project management

Collaboration with IT

Education

Relevant finance certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, ACA)

Degree in computer science or related field

SAP certification

Job description

Role Overview

Play a key role in the ramp-up and integration of finance systems at Qiddiya Investment Company to enhance operational efficiency and financial reporting accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with IT and finance teams to ensure seamless adoption of new technologies across various business units.
• Assist in the design and execution of training programs for finance users to foster understanding and effective use of the new systems.
• Manage ramp-up activities, including user testing, training, and support documentation, to ensure a successful transition to new finance technologies.
• Lead specific projects aimed at improving the finance technology landscape, ensuring alignment with overall business strategies and objectives.
• Track progress on technology implementation, addressing any challenges or risks, and maintaining communication with cross-functional teams.
• Facilitate the integration of systems to improve data accuracy and accessibility in financial reporting.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of dashboards and reporting tools, providing real-time metrics to stakeholders.
• Drive change management initiatives to promote user adoption and engagement with new finance systems.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and recommend system improvements based on user feedback and industry best practices.
• Stay updated on emerging finance technologies and assist in adapting these to meet organizational needs.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a relevant finance certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, ACA) or significant experience in a large finance function.
• A degree in computer science or related field is essential, and SAP certification is a plus.
• Practical experience in finance system implementation and upgrades, particularly with ERP systems, is crucial.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams are also necessary.

Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.