Finance Manager

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the company’s budget, cash flow, and financial forecasting models.
• Oversee accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, fixed assets, and monthly close processes.
• Monitor and manage Return to Vendor (RTV) transactions, ensuring accurate accounting, timely reconciliation, and compliance with internal policies.
• Collaborate with the sales team to validate revenue recognition, monitor receivables, and analyze sales performance and profitability.
• Lead fundraising efforts, including planning, financial modeling, investor relations, and capital-raising initiatives.
• Support sales operations with financial insights and reporting, including margin analysis and sales incentive tracking.
• Ensure compliance with ZATCA regulations (VAT, e-invoicing, etc.) and maintain proper documentation for audits.
• Prepare and present financial statements, performance dashboards, and management reports to the leadership team.
• Support pricing strategies, cost control initiatives, and procurement planning to enhance profitability.
• Lead the preparation for external audits, liaising with auditors and regulatory bodies.
• Establish internal controls, standard operating procedures, and risk management frameworks.
• Assist with financial due diligence, investor reporting, and funding activities when required.
• Supervise and develop junior accounting staff and manage outsourced service providers as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• **Mandatory: Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification.**
• CPA, CMA, or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive finance experience, preferably in agriculture, manufacturing, or FMCG sectors.
• Proven ability to manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting in a mid-sized enterprise.
• Strong understanding of Saudi tax laws, including ZATCA requirements.
• Proficiency in ERP/financial systems (Odoo).
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.