Finance Director / Finance Manager– Saudi Arabia

• Lead daily finance and accounting operations, ensuring accurate records and timely completion of financial activities. • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and management reports. • Manage annual budgets, financial forecasts and business plans in coordination with department heads. • Analyse revenue, expenses, profitability and budget variances, providing practical recommendations to management. • Monitor cash flow, working capital, receivables and payables to maintain adequate funds for business operations. • Establish and maintain internal controls, approval procedures and financial policies. • Coordinate applicable tax filings, statutory reporting and compliance activities with relevant specialists. • Manage month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciliations and supporting schedules. • Coordinate external audits and ensure requested documentation is accurate and available on time. • Maintain banking relationships and support financing, treasury and funding activities. • Evaluate investments, capital expenditure and business proposals through financial analysis. • Identify financial risks and recommend measures to improve cost control and protect company assets. • Lead and develop the finance team, assigning responsibilities and monitoring performance. • Improve financial processes, reporting systems and the use of ERP software. • Present financial results, forecasts and recommendations to senior management. • For the Finance Director role, lead financial strategy and advise executive management on funding, growth and major business decisions. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline. • Relevant professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, CPA or CMA preferred. • Proven experience in finance management within the relevant industry. • Experience appropriate to the advertised position, including senior financial leadership for Finance Director applicants. • Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow management and internal controls. • Familiarity with IFRS and financial reporting requirements relevant to the business. • Experience coordinating audits, tax matters and statutory reporting. • Saudi Arabia or GCC finance experience preferred. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant accounting or ERP systems. • Strong analytical, leadership, communication and problem-solving skills. • Ability to handle confidential information and maintain high professional standards.