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Qiddiya | القدية

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 Qiddiya is Saudi Arabia's future capital of entertainment, sports, and culture &mdash; a 360 km&sup2; mega-project just outside Riyadh. From F1-grade racetracks and theme parks to stadiums and performance venues, we're creating a destination like no other. This is more than a project, it's a national transformation. As construction accelerates, we're hiring ambitious talent to help shape it. If you're driven by scale, impact, and the chance to build something iconic from the ground up, Qiddiya is calling for you.
 
 
 
 
 General Summary:
 
 
 
 The Senior Specialist - Project risk supports the planning, analysis, and monitoring of project risk across the Transport Business Unit (TBU). Working within a complex, fast-paced giga-project environment, the role helps maintain robust risk registers in ARM, contributes to qualitative and quantitative risk assessments, and tracks mitigation effectiveness to enable informed decision-making.
 
 
 Partnering closely with Project Managers, Engineering, Construction, Commercial, Planning, and external delivery partners, the Senior Analyst turns data into clear insights, prepares risk dashboards and reports, and helps embed a consistent, ISO 31000-aligned risk culture. The role contributes to cost/schedule certainty, compliance with governance standards, and timely project delivery.
 
 
 
 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
 
 
 
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 Support the development and maintenance of project Risk Management Plans aligned with ISO 31000 and Qiddiya governance.
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 Coordinate risk identification workshops and interviews; consolidate inputs from Engineering, Construction, Commercial, Planning, and Operations
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 Prepare datasets for qualitative/quantitative analysis; run basic SAFRAN/QRA inputs and compile outputs as directed
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 Track mitigation actions and residual exposure; follow up with owners and record status changes in ARM
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 Support the compilation of monthly risk dashboards/reports (top risks, trends, exposure) and circulate to project leadership
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 Distinguish risks from active issues; align with issue logs and capture lessons learned as advised
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 Perform periodic quality checks on ARM data (taxonomy, naming, linkages to cost/schedule) and correct discrepancies
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 Organize risk review meetings (agenda, pre-reads, minutes) and update registers and trackers based on agreed actions
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Risk Management, or related discipline.
 
 
 Strong academic credentials; education from a leading university is desirable.
 
 
 
 Years of experience:
 
 
 
 Minimum 2-4 years of experience in project risk, project controls, or related roles within infrastructure/transport/large capital projects.
 
 
 Experience supporting risk processes in multi-disciplinary, contractor/consultant environments.
 
 
 Experience in using ARM and other risk tools (e.g., Primavera Risk Analysis, SAFRAN, @Risk, RiskHive).
 
 
 PMP or PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMI-RMP, IRM qualifications, ISO 31000 certifications are an additional advantage.
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Senior Specialist - Project Risk (CDU3)

Egis Group

<div>Company Description 
Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development.
Our 22,000 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.
With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group&rsquo;s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis&rsquo; long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers. 
Job Description 
The Senior Project Controls Manager will lead the project controls function, ensuring consistent planning, monitoring, and reporting across all design projects. This role is responsible for implementing and managing project control systems, resource planning frameworks, PMIS platforms (such as Oracle and other digital tools), and processes that support efficient, high-quality design delivery.
The ideal candidate will come from a design or engineering background, with strong understanding of the design project lifecycle, design stages, and the operational requirements of a multidisciplinary design consultancy. While not required to be a registered architect, the candidate must understand workflows from concept design through schematic, detailed design, and IFC documentation.
This role leads a team of planners, engineers, and project controllers, ensuring accurate forecasting, effective resource allocation, and performance analysis across multiple concurrent design projects.
Key Responsibilities
Project Controls &amp; Governance<ul><li>
Establish, lead, and refine project control systems&mdash;including schedule planning, cost monitoring, resource management, and performance tracking.</li><li>
Develop standardized project control procedures aligned with the company&rsquo;s design delivery methodology.</li><li>
Ensure consistent tracking of progress through all design stages.</li></ul>
Planning, Scheduling &amp; Design Lifecycle Management<ul><li>
Oversee preparation of design schedules (Master L1&ndash;L3) and monitor progress against baseline programs.</li><li>
Coordinate with discipline leads, project managers, and design teams to ensure accurate planning of design activities.</li><li>
Monitor deliverables, deadlines, and production efficiency across architectural, structural, MEP, landscape, and other design teams.</li><li>
Lead phased delivery planning for major design packages as required.</li></ul>
Resource Allocation &amp; Operational Efficiency<ul><li>
Lead resource planning for all current and upcoming design projects.</li><li>
Implement forecasting tools to project resource needs in advance.</li><li>
Provide performance insights and recommendations to improve productivity and workload distribution.</li></ul>
Systems Implementation (Oracle, PMIS, Digital Tools)<ul><li>
Lead implementation and integration of digital tools such as Oracle, PMIS, and other project management platforms.</li><li>
Drive adoption of standardized dashboards, reporting templates, and automated tracking systems.</li><li>
Ensure project controls workflows integrate seamlessly with internal systems.</li></ul>
Cost, Budget &amp; Change Management<ul><li>
Monitor design budgets, man-hours, and forecasts to ensure alignment with contracts and project plans.</li><li>
Manage design change control processes, evaluating potential impacts on schedule and cost.</li><li>
Provide early warnings on deviations and recommend corrective actions.</li></ul>
Reporting &amp; Performance Management<ul><li>
Prepare monthly reports, dashboards, KPI trackers, and executive summaries for senior leadership.</li><li>
Present insights on performance, risks, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>
Support the development and tracking of performance KPIs and operational enhancements.</li></ul>
Leadership &amp; Team Management<ul><li>
Lead a team of planners, engineers, and project controllers.</li><li>
Mentor junior staff and ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices.</li><li>
Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.</li></ul> 
Qualifications<ul><li> 
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related design/engineering discipline (design delivery background strongly preferred).</li><li>
12&ndash;18+ years of experience in project controls, planning, or design operations within a design consultancy or engineering firm.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of the design lifecycle, design stages, and interdisciplinary coordination.</li><li>
Experience implementing PMIS systems, Oracle, or similar project management platforms.</li><li>
Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, MS Excel (advanced), and enterprise resource planning systems.</li><li>
Strong analytical and reporting skills with a focus on forecasting and performance management.</li><li>
Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary project control teams.</li><li>
GCC experience required; KSA preferred.</li></ul></div>

Senior Project Controls Manager

JASARA PMC

JASARA PMC is on the lookout for a dedicated and experienced Project Controls Director to join our dynamic team. With a mission to enhance the execution of Social Infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia as part of Vision 2030, we strive for excellence and innovation in all our endeavors. As the Project Controls Director, you will be instrumental in steering the planning and execution of project controls to ensure that our projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
 
Key Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Lead the development, implementation, and management of comprehensive project control systems that encompass cost, schedule, risk, and performance tracking.</li>
<li>Coordinate with project teams to establish project baselines and monitor adherence to these targets throughout the project lifecycle.</li>
<li>Utilize advanced analytics to identify potential impacts on project performance and develop mitigation plans accordingly.</li>
<li>Drive the reporting process for project performance, including variance analysis and trend forecasting.</li>
<li>Foster a collaborative culture among project teams and stakeholders to enhance communication and ensure alignment on objectives.</li>
<li>Provide leadership and mentorship for project control staff, promoting skills development and adherence to best practices.</li>
<li>Engage in strategic planning and contribute to the overall success and growth of JASARA PMC through innovative solutions and optimized processes.</li>
</ul>
Requirements: 
Qualifications: 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.</li>
<li>At least 15 years of relevant experience in project controls, with a focus on large scale infrastructure projects.</li>
<li>Deep understanding of project management methodologies and tools, particularly cost management and scheduling software.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams and stakeholders at various levels.</li>
<li>Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.</li>
<li>Strong communication and negotiation skills.</li>
<li>Familiarity with industry regulations, standards, and best practices.</li>
</ul>

Senior Project Controls Director

Swiss Hospitality

<div>We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Project Budgeting Specialist to join our Project Management.This role is essential to ensuring that all project budgets are accurately developed, monitored, and controlled throughout the project lifecycle.
The successful candidate will be responsible for building and managing detailed project budgets, forecasting costs, tracking expenditures, and ensuring alignment with financial and operational objectives. Working closely with Project Managers, Finance, Procurement, and Senior Management, this role ensures that every project is financially sound, cost-controlled, and executed within budget.
This position requires someone who is bilingual (Arabic and English), has at least 3 years of experience in project budgeting or financial planning, and can work under pressure to support fast-moving projects and tight deadlines.
Requirements<ul><li>
Bilingual (Arabic and English mandatory).
</li></ul><ul><li>Minimum 3 years of experience in project budgeting, financial planning, or cost control.
</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Project Management, or a related field.
</li><li>Strong proficiency in Excel (cost models, forecasting, pivot tables).
</li><li>Experience working on projects within Saudi Arabia (government or private sector).
</li><li>Familiarity with project management methodologies is a plus.
</li><li>High accuracy, strong analytical ability, and excellent time management skills.
</li><li>Based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with full-time availability.</li>
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Key Responsibilities</h3>
Project Budget Development<ul>
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Build detailed baseline budgets for new projects.
</li><li>Identify direct and indirect cost components.
</li><li>Develop forecasting models and cost breakdown structures (CBS).
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Cost Monitoring &amp; Control</h3><ul>
<li>Track actual expenditures vs. budget.
</li><li>Prepare variance analysis and financial performance reports.
</li><li>Recommend corrective actions to keep projects within budget.
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Financial Forecasting</h3><ul>
<li>Update cost forecasts based on project progress.
</li><li>Support risk analysis and cost contingency planning.
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Collaboration &amp; Coordination</h3><ul>
<li>Work closely with PMO, Finance, Procurement, and Operations.
</li><li>Support funding approvals, change requests, and procurement decisions.
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Compliance &amp; Quality</h3><ul><li>
Ensure budgets follow internal controls, audit requirements, and client or regulatory guidelines.
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Who We&rsquo;re Looking For</h3><ul>
<li>A numbers-driven professional with strong analytical and Excel modeling skills.
</li><li>Someone who can maintain accuracy while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
</li><li>A proactive individual who understands project cost structures and financial sustainability.
</li><li>Someone who thrives in deadline-driven environments and can handle urgent tasks when needed.</li></ul></div>

Project Budgeting Specialist

Capitex

About the Role: 
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Fraud Expert to support a series of critical fraud-related projects in Saudi Arabia. The ideal consultant will bring deep operational fraud expertise, hands-on experience with fraud frameworks, systems, investigations, and prevention, as well as a strong understanding of SAMA regulations and local market practices.
 You will work directly with senior stakeholders across fraud, compliance, risk, and operations to uplift processes, improve controls, and assist with remediation and project delivery.
 
Key Responsibilities: 
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<li>Lead and support operational fraud projects across the bank/payment institution.</li>
<li>Review and enhance fraud detection, monitoring, and prevention frameworks.</li>
<li>Assess current fraud controls and provide recommendations aligned with SAMA requirements.</li>
<li>Strengthen end-to-end fraud processes (detection → investigation → reporting → closure).</li>
<li>Support development and optimisation of fraud rules, scenarios, and system parameters.</li>
<li>Conduct root-cause analysis on fraud incidents and propose corrective actions.</li>
<li>Work with cross-functional teams (Risk, Compliance, Technology, Operations).</li>
<li>Prepare reports, presentations, and progress updates for senior management.</li>
<li>Support fraud remediation workstreams and regulatory expectations.</li>
<li>Ensure alignment with SAMA cyber fraud guidelines, anti-fraud frameworks, and industry standards.</li>
</ul>
Requirements: 
Required Experience: 
<ul>
<li>7+ years experience in Fraud Operations, Fraud Risk, or Financial Crime roles.</li>
<li>Strong working knowledge of SAMA regulations, circulars, and fraud expectations.</li>
<li>Proven background in fraud operations within banks, fintechs, or payment companies.</li>
<li>Experience improving fraud processes, systems, controls, and governance.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and investigative skills.</li>
<li>Ability to lead and deliver fraud projects end-to-end.</li>
<li>Experience working directly with regulators or regulatory-driven remediation programmes.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications: 
<ul>
<li>Prior consulting or project-based fraud experience.</li>
<li>Expertise in card fraud, digital fraud, scams, application fraud, or transaction monitoring.</li>
<li>Hands-on exposure to fraud systems (Falcon, Feedzai, Actimize, etc.).</li>
<li>Arabic language skills (optional but beneficial).</li>
</ul>
Contract Details: 
<ul>
<li>Duration: 3–6 months (potential extension).</li>
<li>Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – on-site presence required.</li>
<li>Engagement: Contractor / Interim consultant via Capitex.</li>
<li>Rate: Competitive and dependent on experience.</li>
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Senior Fraud Expert - SAMA Fraud

Mind Stream

Job Title: Policies &amp; Process Specialist &ndash; Accounting &amp; FinanceLocation: QatarRole SummaryThe Policies &amp; Process Specialist will be responsible for strengthening the existing policy framework, identifying gaps or missing rules, and developing new policies where required. The role includes designing, standardizing, and maintaining accounting and finance policies and procedures that accurately reflect operational realities and regulatory requirements. The specialist must be able to document end-to-end processes, prepare detailed flowcharts, and ensure each process is mapped to relevant risks and controls in line with the organization&rsquo;s Risk &amp; Control Evaluation Matrix (RCEM). This position plays a critical role in enforcing process consistency, improving control effectiveness, and ensuring audit readiness across all finance functions.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop, update, and standardize accounting and finance policies in line with IFRS, company governance, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Prepare detailed process narratives and flowcharts using Visio etc.</li><li>Link each process to relevant risks, controls, control owners, frequency, and evidence requirements as per RCEM.</li><li>Identify process gaps, control weaknesses, and inefficiencies; propose and document remediation or improvement actions.</li><li>Support internal and external audit requirements by maintaining accurate process and control documentation.</li><li>Work with functional heads (AP/AR, Fixed Assets, GL, Treasury, Revenue, Tax, Payroll) to ensure processes reflect actual operations.</li><li>Ensure policy and process documents remain up-to-date with system changes, regulatory updates, and audit observations.</li><li>Provide training and guidance to finance teams to ensure correct application of policies.</li><li>Coordinate with IT, Compliance, and Internal Audit to align process documentation with SAP/ERP configuration and access controls.</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>ACCA, ACA, or CPA &ndash; mandatory (no exceptions).</li></ul>Experience Requirements<ul><li>Minimum 7 years total experience in Finance or Accounting.</li><li>Must have strong, proven experience in:</li><li>Writing and maintaining policies, SOPs, and process documents.</li><li>Developing end-to-end process flowcharts.</li><li>Linking processes to risks and controls within RCEM (or similar ICOFR frameworks).</li><li>Supporting internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance programs.</li></ul>Preferred / Advantageous(Not mandatory, but strong plus points)<ul><li>SAP (ECC or S/4HANA) experience in finance modules.</li><li>Telecom-industry experience (revenue, provisioning, prepaid/postpaid, network assets).</li><li>Familiarity with COSO, SOX, or ICOFR frameworks.</li></ul>Core Skills Required<ul><li>Strong technical writing ability &mdash; clear, concise, and structured.</li><li>Ability to convert a messy operational process into a clean flowchart.</li><li>Understanding of segregation of duties, access controls, and audit requirements.</li><li>Attention to detail &mdash; because errors in policy language or flow design can cause compliance failures.</li><li>Analytical mindset &ndash; able to dissect complex processes and spot risks.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timeApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Do you hold a professional qualification (ACCA, ACA, or CPA)?</li><li>How many years of experience do you have in Accounting/Finance?</li><li>Do you have proven experience in drafting policies, SOPs, and process documentation?</li><li>Have you created end-to-end process flowcharts using tools like Visio?</li><li>Do you have experience mapping risks &amp; controls within RCEM or similar frameworks (COSO/SOX/ICOFR)?</li><li>Do you have experience working with SAP (ECC or S/4HANA)?</li><li>What is your current and expected salary? Notice period?</li></ul>

Accounting & Finance -Policies & Process Specialist -

The Green Recruitment Company

<div>
 
 Since 2010, TGRC has established itself as the largest recruitment, headhunting &amp; talent partner to the renewable energy, energy transition and digital infrastructure industries globally, spanning 8 offices in 4 continents. As the most followed specialist talent firm for our industries on LinkedIn, now with over 560,000+ followers, we are proudly Carbon Neutral &amp; B Corp certified, aligning ourselves with the net-zero and sustainability goals of our clients. Follow us on LinkedIn and at greenrecruitmentcompany.com
 
 
 
 
 
 TGRC is excited to partner a rapidly expanding renewable energy and distributed energy platform operating across the Gulf region, focused on distributed C&amp;I solar. The company has recently been acquired by a leading global infrastructure fund and is now scaling operations, regional platform capabilities, governance, and investment activities across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and neighboring markets in the GCC, with a diversified portfolio spanning early-stage development to operating assets.
 
 
 
 
 
 The Finance Director will lead all financial strategy, reporting, treasury, tax, compliance, audit, and financial operations across the GCC. The role is critical in supporting the platform&rsquo;s growth, ensuring alignment with local regulations, and maintaining financial excellence.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Financial Strategy &amp; Control
 
 
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 Oversee statutory and management reporting across all entities in the GCC and project SPVs.
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 Ensure compliance with
 
 SOCPA accounting standards
 
 and IFRS reporting requirements.
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 Lead budgeting, forecasting, long-term financial planning, and performance management.
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 Establish robust internal controls, financial policies, and audit readiness frameworks.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Taxation &amp; Compliance
 
 
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 Ensure full compliance with
 
 Zakat, Corporate Income Tax, Withholding Tax (WHT), VAT
 
 , and other Saudi tax regulations.
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 Manage relationships with
 
 ZATCA
 
 , including filings, assessments, audits, appeals, and correspondence.
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 Oversee tax planning, group structuring, treaty applications, cross-border tax exposure, and SPV compliance.
 </li>
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 Ensure procurement, supply-chain payments, construction contracts, and service arrangements follow correct tax treatments.
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 Implement tax governance policies and maintain accurate documentation for all reporting cycles.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Treasury, Cashflow &amp; Capital Management
 
 
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 Lead cashflow forecasting, treasury operations, capital allocation, and liquidity management.
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 Manage banking relationships, multi-currency accounts, and FX exposure arising from cross-border transactions.
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 Oversee project drawdowns, loan compliance, debt covenants, and financial close documentation.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Project &amp; Corporate Finance
 
 
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 Participate in financing processes for new assets, including coordinating with lenders, advisors, and internal stakeholders.
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 Support refinancing, hedging strategies, and long-term financial structuring for assets and platforms.
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 Conduct financial due diligence for acquisitions, partnerships, or joint ventures.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Operational &amp; Systems Leadership
 
 
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 Implement financial systems, ERP upgrades, automated reporting, and governance enhancements.
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 Oversee procurement governance, insurance portfolios, fixed-asset management, and contract compliance.
 </li>
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 Build scalable processes for reporting across multiple operating jurisdictions.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Leadership &amp; Stakeholder Management
 
 
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 Lead and mentor a growing finance team.
 </li>
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 Support senior management with business performance insights, commercial analysis, and investment decision-making.
 </li>
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 Partner with legal, commercial, and project development functions to ensure integrated financial oversight.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Expectations
 
 
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 12&ndash;18 years
 
 of progressive finance experience, with at least
 
 5+ years in Saudi Arabia
 
 in a leadership role.
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 Deep knowledge of
 
 Zakat, WHT, VAT, retention tax, customs duties, and the Saudi regulatory environment
 
 .
 </li>
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 Strong expertise in
 
 SOCPA
 
 ,
 
 IFRS
 
 , consolidation, treasury, and project finance.
 </li>
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 Experience in energy, infrastructure, construction, or capital-intensive sectors preferred.
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 Proven track record in building finance teams and managing multi-entity reporting.
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 Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and analytical skills.
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 Fluency in English required; Arabic proficiency preferred but not mandatory.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Finance Director, Renewable Energy

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