Strategic Finance Director: Growth & Profitability

Ennismore; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ennismore in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Director of Finance to lead the finance function as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive leadership. You will drive budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial planning while building a high-performing finance team.

You will ensure robust controls, compliance, and timely financial statements, while managing cash flow, working capital, and capital allocation decisions to sustain profitability and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related field; CA or CPA certification required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing P&L and driving profitability.
• Strong expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Familiarity with Saudi regulatory and tax requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems and risk management.
• Advanced proficiency in data analytics and business intelligence tools.
• Meticulous attention to detail and multi-priority management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function and act as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive team.
• Own financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
• Drive profitability and financial performance across the organization.
• Build and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Maintain robust controls, policies, and procedures with regulatory compliance.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and balance-sheet optimization.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable, payroll, GL, and financial systems.
• Engage with auditors, banks, regulators, and investors.
• Lead financial process improvements and system enhancements.
• Provide strategic guidance on capital allocation and investment decisions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

P&L management

Data analytics

Business insights

Strategic planning

Leadership

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Commerce

CA or CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

BI tools / analytics

Job description

Ennismore in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Director of Finance to lead the finance function as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive leadership. You will drive budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial planning while building a high-performing finance team.

You will ensure robust controls, compliance, and timely financial statements, while managing cash flow, working capital, and capital allocation decisions to sustain profitability and growth.