Deputy Finance Manager

JVP International WorkForce Recruitment Ltd; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An international FMCG company is seeking a Deputy Finance Manager in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will support financial operations, prepare financial statements, manage budgets, and work with various departments for efficiency improvements. A Master's degree in Accounting & Finance and experience in a global organization are required. This role offers a tax-free salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Attractive tax-free salary

Professional training and personal development

International exposure and career growth

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting & Finance or equivalent from certified bodies.
• Proven success in a financial manager role in a global organization.
• In-depth knowledge in Accounting and Finance disciplines.
• Understanding of FMCG business model is preferred.
• Ability to work on Oracle Finance or similar platforms.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements comparing previous periods.
• Implement control and audit procedures for various financial aspects.
• Develop scorecard to measure KPIs and provide improvement suggestions.
• Manage cash flow and conduct profit center analysis.
• Conduct feasibility studies for new projects and capital expenditure.
• Collaborate with departments for improved company performance.
• Participate in management team discussions on software improvements.
• Prepare annual financial budget.
• Handle projects assigned by the CEO.

Skills

Financial management

Accounting expertise

People management

Oracle Finance proficiency

Microsoft Office skills

Education

Master's degree in Accounting & Finance

Job description

Our client, an international FMCG company with operations in the Gulf, seeks to hire a Deputy Finance Manager to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The purpose of the role is to work alongside department managers, involved in all financial aspects of the company and assist in improving efficiencies within various departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of monthly financial statements comparing previous periods and Budget
• Implement control & audit procedures for stocks, debtors, bank/cash, expenditure
• Develop a scorecard to measure various KPIs and suggestions for improvement
• Cash flow preparation and management
• Profit center analysis and costing of products
• Feasibility study for new Projects and/or capital expenditure
• Cooperation with other departments for smooth Company performance
• Member of the management team for improvements in software programs
• Preparation of annual financial budget
• Projects assigned by CEO

Your Profile:

• Master's degree in Accounting & Finance/CPA/ Chartered Accountant from certified accountancy bodies such as CIMA/ACCA/ICAEW
• Proven success in a Financial Manager or equivalent position of a global organization
• In-depth knowledge and experience in the discipline of Accounting and Finance
• An in-depth understanding of the business model of the FMCG industry is preferred.
• Ability to work on Oracle Finance or any other finance platform
• Excellent computer skills with high proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Proven success in people management
• You must be willing to travel periodically within the Gulf region

What's on offer:

• An attractive tax-free salary paid in 12 installments
• Professional training and personal development
• International exposure and operational management along with career growth