Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

My client, an international powerhouse in the education sector, has an immediate need for a seasoned finance manager to be based in their Khobar offices.

As part of the company's development, this growing region is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to play a significant role in the development of a new finance team in the Middle East region. The company prides itself on teamwork and being a people-based business, placing great importance on personal integrity, emotional intelligence, and inter-personal skills.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Review, investigate, and correct errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.
2. Maintain the system of accounts and keep records of all company transactions and assets.
3. Implement accounting procedures and processes as identified by the Finance Director.
4. Review Accounts Receivables/Payables and manage weekly payment runs.
5. Determine proper handling of financial transactions and approve transactions within designated limits.
6. Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports regularly.
7. Review reports and analyze projections of sales & operating income against actual figures.
8. Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.
9. Manage the region's financial accounting, monitoring, and reporting systems.
10. Liaise with auditors to ensure successful annual monitoring.
11. Develop external relationships with contacts such as auditors and bankers.

Language Requirements:

• English - Fluent / Excellent
• Arabic - Very Good

Additional Requirements:

• Own a Car: Any
• Have a Driving License: Any

Job Skills:

• Solid technical accounting experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Arabic is an advantage.
• Team player and effective leader.
• Results and task-oriented.
• Ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail, honesty, and trustworthiness.
• Ability to exercise initiative, sound judgment, and react discreetly under varying conditions.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare accurate reports promptly.

About The Company:

Mackenzie Jones Middle East has decades of expertise in HR, Marketing, Finance & Accounting, Sales, Secretarial & Business Support, Management Consulting, and Engineering recruitment. With a deep understanding of key market sectors and regions, we treat clients, companies, and candidates as individuals with unique needs.

Based in Dubai since 2006, our office covers the GCC and Levant countries. Our regional expertise makes us leading specialists in our fields.

We are growing rapidly because people appreciate our honesty, commitment, and results. Our areas of specialization include Human Resources, Finance & Accounting, Marketing, Sales, Secretarial & Business Support, Executive Search, Banking & Financial Services, Management Consulting, and Engineering.