Finance Manager

About the Role

A prominent and well-established firm within the Food & Beverage sector based in Riyadh seeks a seasoned Finance Manager. This pivotal leadership position requires a finance expert blending solid technical skills, commercial awareness, financial rigor, and a focus on fostering business growth. The Finance Manager will oversee financial planning, reporting, controls, performance evaluation, and the overall efficiency of the finance department, collaborating closely with senior management to influence strategic and operational decisions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead processes for budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning alongside management reporting.
• Supervise monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities.
• Track profitability, cash flows, working capital, expenses, and broader financial health.
• Deliver insightful financial analysis and business intelligence to senior leadership.
• Enhance financial controls, policies, procedures, and governance structures.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards, VAT, ZATCA, and regulatory directives.
• Champion cost reduction initiatives and advance financial operational efficiency.
• Maintain effective interactions with internal and external audit teams.
• Contribute to strategic business initiatives, including planning and investment analysis.
• Lead and nurture the Finance and Accounting team to boost departmental performance.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• A minimum of eight years’ progressive experience in finance, including confirmed managerial roles.
• Preferably experienced in Food & Beverage, FMCG, Retail, Hospitality, or similarly dynamic consumer industries.
• Proficient in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Saudi Arabia’s financial, tax, and regulatory landscape.
• Strong business insight to interpret financial data into practical business outcomes.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, stakeholder engagement aptitude, and sound decision-making.
• Professional certifications like CMA, CPA, ACCA, or SOCPA are advantageous.
• Excellent command of the English language.