- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent; MBA is a plus.
- CPA / CA / ACCA / CFA Certified.
- 15+ years of progressive financial experience with the past 5 to 7 years in a very senior finance role.
- Fluency in English Language. Arabic is an advantage.
- Ability to function as a strong member of an initiative-taking and integrated management team.
- Ability to build teams, manage and influence people, processes, and customer relationships concurrently.
- Strong Knowledge of Financial management & Management Accounting.
- Strong working knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, and reporting.
Build and maintain a positive and energetic culture.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
§ Implement policies and procedures for the finance department of the company.
§ Effectively manage all finance and accounting activities of the company.
§ Ensure the accurate and timely closing of accounts and submit management information reports (MIS) to Parent company by 7th of following month.
§ Present Financial Report to Board of Directors on quarterly basis.
§ Lead the system implementations and produce Dashboard & Financial reports through systems.
§ Ensure compliance with KSA laws and regulations in all processes.
§ Review framing budgeting guidelines and provide input to department head in the development of company`s budgets.
§ Assist business heads with input and advice in respect of all finance and accounts related matters.
§ Coordinates with external auditors and ensures appropriate support for smooth conduct of external audits.
§ Initiate new measures from time to time to monitor and control costs and ensure effectiveness of financial policies, procedures and internal controls.
§ Ensure that department staff are professionally trained and equipped to manage effectively all responsibilities assigned to them.
§ Ensure that all transactions comply with financial policies and procedures to prevent any negative financial impact on the organization.
§ Ensure all invoices provided by vendors and expense claims raised by employees are legitimate, supported by original documents and accurate, including all procedures related to human resources processes.
§ Identify gaps in the existing processes and suggest measures for re-engineering the same for enhanced effectiveness.
§ Ensure timely payment to external parties like vendors and dealers to avoid future financial complications.
§ Liaise with internal as well as external customers with regards to the accounting administration and provide reports and information as required.
§ Ensure implementation of any action points raised by auditors during internal and external audits.
§ Review, submit and approve costing and budgetary variance reports to enable effective management decision making.
§ Review and approve monthly payroll submitted by Human Resources before disbursement of funds.
§ Perform any other task given by the Board of Aldenham
People Management
§ Generate a vision, establish direction, motivate people to focus efforts, and build commitment toward achieving business goals.
§ Oversee the Finance Department team and ensure team effectiveness by monitoring team activities.
§ Monitor performance and training needs of subordinates to maximize their performance to achieve functional objectives.
§ Motivate, inspire, and reward others and proactively address conflicts.
§ Be recognized as a highly effective developer of people by being available to coach, mentor and develop others.
Building and Sustaining Relations
§ Ensure good relations are established with all stakeholders including suppliers and vendors and develop deep working relationships at the highest level of the organization.
- Establish effective public relations within the community and enhance the name and reputation of Aldenham.
- Leverage appropriate resources to develop and sustain business relationships and respond to business and client needs.
- Participate in professional, business, or community organizations, conferences cultivating broad network of contacts, promoting a positive image of Aldenham while adhering to risk and quality standards.
Teamwork & Collaboration
§ Develop internal capabilities of the respective team members through the provision of necessary workshops and knowledge transfer.
§ Demonstrate awareness of workloads, offer help to team members and take on additional tasks when appropriate.
§ Contribute to team discussion to share knowledge and offer ideas and solutions that can benefit the school.