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    Senior Consultant, Forensic & Integrity Services | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consultant – Senior Consultant, Forensic & Integrity Services Successful organizations depend on their reputation for keeping promises, respecting laws and behaving ethically to maintain stakeholder trust. EY Forensic & Integrity Services professionals help organizations protect and restore enterprise and financial reputation. We assist companies and their legal counsel to investigate facts, resolve disputes and manage regulatory challenges. We put integrity at the heart of compliance programs to help better manage ethical and reputational risks. Embracing integrity means doing what you say you will do, with unerring commitment. This can make it easier to attract and retain talented people and harness their skills to grow your business. A foundation built on integrity is critical because today’s talent values purpose-driven organizations. It can also help you develop stronger partnerships with suppliers and work more effectively with employees, investors, regulators and influencers. Our integrated approach ranges from enhancements in areas of perceived weakness or issues – including governance, controls, culture and data insights – to full organizational design and structural implementation. The opportunity A position has arisen for a Consultant/Senior Consultant to join the business, supporting the MENA Forensics team in compliance and risk assessments, as well as other forensic projects. This is an ideal opportunity to develop you career in the consulting space, to work on a diverse portfolio of projects, gaining exposure to a fast – paced market with evolving challenges and opportunities and to support the development of junior team members. Your key responsibilities In this role you will need to manage and provide oversite on services related regulatory compliance, FCC, corporate governance, enterprise risk management and internal controls for our clients. Assisting clients in setting up anti-fraud units through designing the governance framework and developing the required policies and procedures will also be essential, as will building the structure of the unit. You’ll need to collaborate with the client’s operational risk management team to comprehend, develop and perform key risk indicators and reporting. You’ll package overall project findings into clear, concise, high-quality work products and act as a subject matter expert, leveraging knowledge and experience to shape services to client problems. Driving improvements in business processes, you’ll serve as a role model for quality and risk management and make sure that project teams understand and comply with our Q&RM guidelines. To qualify for the role, you must have – A bachelor’s degree in a related field – A minimum of two years of relevant financial crime compliance (AML / CFT, sanctions, anti-bribery, corruption and fraud) risk management, compliance experience in banking and / or in a public accounting firm – Strong understanding of expectations of regulators and international organisations such as FATF – Knowledge of the global risk and regulatory environment, especially developments in the FCC space – Industry related certification, e.g., CAMS or ICA diploma in AML – Ability to travel across the MENA region.

    Ideally, you’ll also have – Working experience in the MENA region – Post graduate qualifications in AML / CFT or professional/technical qualifications in risk management – Experience working in this region – Proficiency in the Arabic language What we look for We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand-new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    Senior Financial Auditor (Financial Services and Banking) | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their on-going strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data – and they look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You will use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, handling complex audit procedures across a broad range of industries and responsibilities. Our tailored external audit services help build trust and confidence through transparency, clarity and consistency. We are 79,000+ professionals based worldwide across 150 countries. Audit services involve reporting on the fairness in all material respects with which a client’s audited financial statements are presented, in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework. The opportunity EY is looking for Senior Auditors to join from June and July 2022. In this role you will help our clients meet their requirements by accurately reporting on financial statements and providing meaningful insights into accounting and reporting matters. In return, you can expect leading class learning and development tailored to your unique interests and motivations. You will be given all the skills, knowledge and opportunities to progress and become ready to build a better working world for our people, our clients and the communities that support us. Your key responsibilities – As a member of the Audit team, you’ll make a technical contribution to audit engagements and internal projects. – You’ll actively establish internal and external relationships and identify and escalate potential business opportunities for Ernst & Young on existing engagements. – With a clear focus on anticipating and identifying risks, you’ll escalate issues as appropriate. You’ll confirm that the work delivered to clients is of high quality and is reviewed by the next-level reviewer.

    Skills and attributes for success – Proactivity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. – Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. – This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic. To qualify for the role, you must have – A degree in accounting, finance, commerce or related field, or be undertaking a professional qualification, such as SOCPA, ACCA, CA, ACA, CPA – At least three years of professional experience in external financial audit (Banking and Financial services experience is a must) Ideally, you’ll also have – Completed a professional qualification, such as ACCA, CA, ACA, CPA – Track record with an international audit firm – Proficiency in the Arabic language – Can join us on June or July 2022 What we look for We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand-new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey. If you have significant experience gaming technology and are passionate about improving the performance of businesses, this is the role for you. What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer: – Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. – Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. – Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. – Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

    EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. The insights and quality services we deliver help build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies the world over. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders. In so doing, we play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

    EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity. Ernst & Young Global Limited, a UK company limited by guarantee, does not provide services to clients. Information about how EY collects and uses personal data and a description of the rights individuals have under data protection legislation are available on our site.

    The MENA practice of EY has been operating in the region since 1923. For over 95 years, we have grown to over 7,500 people united across 21 offices and 16 countries, sharing the same values and an unwavering commitment to quality. As an organization, we continue to develop outstanding leaders who deliver exceptional services to our clients and who contribute to our communities. We are proud of our accomplishments over the years, reaffirming our position as the largest and most established professional services organization in the region More

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    React Native Developer | Chalhoub Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Who we are We are a leading partner for luxury across the Middle East. With more than 600 stores, 300 brands and over 65 years of experience in the region, we have become a major player in the beauty, fashion and gift sectors, by offering service excellence to our partners and delighting all our customers. We are moving fast from a traditional distributor and retailer for luxury in the Middle East, to a hybrid retailer bringing luxury experiences to the fingertips of customers everywhere. To fuel the next stage of our growth we are looking to build a world class team. From physical retail through to supply chain and customer loyalty, we aim to use technology and data to continuously improve every aspect of our operations. We are looking for top talent to join us on this journey of exploring new horizons together. What you’ll be doing As a Mobile Developer will also be responsible for all aspects of mobile applications architecture and development including all project related technologies responsible for rendering the end-user experienceWhat you’ll need to succeed – Responsible for architecting, building testing and releasing mobile applications – Mentoring and guiding all project activities on multiple small to medium-sized projects or one large project – Shift between a creative and a technical focus depending on the project need and/or the type of project – Participate in developing supporting proposal materials for projects – Participate in scoping and planning work – Write technical documentation (admin guides), white papers, presentations, contributes to determining internal processes – Be a thought leader in mobile technologies and space – Assist in recruiting of new mobile employees

    What skills & experience you’ll need to succeed: – Good grasp of data structures and algorithms – Experience with mobile application architecture and development – Hands-on experience with ReactNative framework – Hands-on experience with React framework – Hands-on experience with CSS preprocessors (SASS, LESS, STYLUS) – Hands-on experience with MBaaS (GCP Firebase, AWS Amplify) – Hands-on experience with publishing mobile applications to Google and Apple Store – Experience with GIT and GIT repository management systems – Experience with RESTful and GraphQL APIs – Experience with native mobile application development (iOS, Android) – Experience with mobile code deployment automation (Bitrise, Jenkins) – Experience with coding modular object-oriented JavaScript – Understanding and hands-on experience with writing modular CSS using SMACSS and object-oriented CSS methodologies – Experience and understanding with writing JavaScript unit tests (Jasmine + Karma) – Experience with mobile applications testing – Knowledge about Flutter – Knowledge about cloud computing platforms (AWS, GCP) – Should maintain and extend mobile development guidelines and boilerplate that is currently being used as a starting point for projects executed by both internal and offshore mobile development teams – A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience – Must have a strong customer service orientation and the ability to work with individuals in various organizational relationships – Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a varied audience What we can offer you With us, you will turn your aspirations into reality. We will help shape your journey through enriching experiences, learning and development opportunities and exposure to different assignments within your role or through internal mobility. Our Group offers diverse career paths for those who are extraordinary, every day. We recognise the value that you bring, and we strive to provide a competitive benefits package which includes health care, child education contribution, remote and flexible working policies as well as exclusive employee discounts.

    The Chalhoub Group is the leading partner for luxury across the Middle East since 1955. As an expert in retail, distribution and marketing services based in Dubai, the group has become a major player in the fashion, beauty and gift sectors regionally.

    By blending its Middle East expertise and intimate knowledge of luxury, Chalhoub Group is building brands in the region, by offering service excellence to all its partners and a unique experience to its customers through its passionate teams.

    With a growing workforce of more than 9,000 people, implemented in 14 countries, as well as the operating of over 470 retail outlets, the group’s success is attributed to its most valued asset of highly skilled and dedicated teams. Professionalism and passion are what fuel the Chalhoub Group’s competitive edge in today’s market.

    By being committed to implementing sustainable practices into their business, the Chalhoub Group has been awarded in 2013 the CSR Label from the Dubai Chamber of Commerce. More

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    Accountant | A Leading Technology Solutions In UAE

    Employment:

    Full Time

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES1. Processing payments, producing statement of accounts, collections on overdue accounts and account reconciliation when required2. Establish tables of accounts as instructed, and assigns entries to proper accounts3. Substantiates financial transactions by controlling documentation as per internal policies and procedures4. Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analysing account information5. Prepares payments by verifying documentation, and requesting disbursements6. Provides answers to accounting procedure questions when needed7. Processing invoices, following up with vendors and resolving discrepancies in timely manner8. Reviews monthly payroll prior to commitment by HR, followed by posting of payroll related amounts to correct accounts9. Processing employee expense reports, verifying expenses are within the company guidelines, correcting errors, questioning abnormal expenses and entering data accurate into the accounting system10. Ensures accurate and timely preparation, submission and display of all required financial transactions and maintains detailed and accurate records to accurately retrieve data11. Perform any other function as may be assigned by the Accounts Manager.

    QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & COMPETENCIESMinimum Experience: 2+ years of experience in Accounts DepartmentMinimum Education: Bachelor Degree Finance and AccountsKnowledge & Skills: • Good Communication skills in English (verbal and written) – Arabic in addition preferred• Good Knowledge of MS Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)• Basic knowledge of International standards (IFRS and IAS)• Knowledge and understanding the cost centre for the manufacturing and services field• Good knowledge of ERP Software (Odoo Software).

    A leading technology solutions in UAE. More

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    HR Advisor – 9 Month Contract | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyRobert Half is working with an elite professional services firm based in Dubai.The RoleYou will join a leading HR team to support in the successful delivery of human resources services at all stages of the employee lifecycle. This is a 9 contract where you must be able to commit to the duration of the contract. You must have experience of working at HR Advisor/ Officer level in a fast paced environment.* HR Advisor remit* Recruitment and Induction* Employee Relations* Performance Management* Learning and Development* Mobility/ on boarding* Operational HR

    The Candidate* The idea HR Advisor will have experience of working within professional services, finance or legal* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels with a strong client focus* Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to question constructively existing procedures and consider alternatives* Team player, enhancing the reputation of and contributing to the success of the broader People team* High levels of integrity, ability to balance confidentiality with duty of care, and able to act with discretion and diplomacy* Excellent technical skills and ability to learn new systems (knowledge of PeopleSoft advantageous)* Effective time management and prioritization skills, along with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure* Self-motivated and able to work under own autonomy or as part of a teamSalaryAED 18,000 – AED 22,000 per monthRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

    Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the world’s first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide. More

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    Treasury Manager | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Reporting to the VP Treasury, this position involves transaction and financing deal team participation, risk management, investments, compliance and covenant reporting, debt management and systems / process development.KEY RESULT AREAS* Managing outstanding derivative positions and ensuring ongoing settlement and accurate recording of same.* Oversee Treasury Analyst in managing the Company’s long-term cash position in line with Treasury policy to meet long-term liquidity requirements and budget returns.* Responsibility for monthly Treasury reporting for the Management Pack. * Provide periodic and ad-hoc management / shareholder reports, leverage reports, fixed cash flow etc.* Responsibility for the ongoing compliance covenants (operational & financial) in relation to financing. * Develop and maintain reliable internal forecasting and reporting tools. * Run detailed analysis and scenarios on future covenant compliance* Participate on regional deal team for all leasing and financing transactions, from initial term sheet stage through to execution.* Assist Legal / Corporate Finance in reviewing financing documentation with focus on items related to Treasury issues, including covenants, derivatives and reporting* Provide oversight and support to VP Treasury of the day-to-day Treasury team activities and escalate any issues or queries as appropriate.* Assist VP Treasury in risk management strategy and oversight* Ad hoc projects as directed by VP TreasuryKEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS* Monitoring of cash management KPIs and compliance to policy* Ensuring all payment obligations are made to lenders on a timely basis (no defaults). * Execute / report on derivative positions on new/existing deals* Completion of covenants (internal and external reporting) on a timely basis.* Ensure timely and coordinated financial closings in conjunction with Legal and Corporate Finance* Develop excellent working relationships outside of Treasury and Finance* Increased automation around back office and banking processes, with reduced direct and indirect costs

    SKILLS & EXPERIENCE* Minimum degree level, relevant third level qualification, preferably with specialisation in finance* 5 plus years Corporate Treasury / Capital Markets experience, ideally gained within an aircraft leasing, international financial services or aviation environment* Demonstrated capability and familiarity with loan and derivative (ISDA) documentation* A primary or secondary qualification in Finance/Treasury is essential, ideally from the* Association of Corporate Treasurers (ACT) or equivalent* Accounting or Banking background with structured finance experience also desirable.* Demonstrated systems and process improvements and implementation within a banking / corporate treasury environment.COMPETENCIESBusiness Approach & Problem Solving* Strategic & Innovative Thinking* Results Oriented & Analytical ThinkingBehave Professionally* Corporate Citizenship* Accountability & Ownership* Teamwork & Collaboration* Effective CommunicationWelcome & Drive Change* Continuous Learning & Personal Development* Driving & Embracing Continuous ImprovementLeadership Effectiveness* Impact & InfluenceRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

    Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the world’s first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide. More

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    Audio Visual Commissioning Engineer | Excelsior Group ME

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We have n excellent opportunity for Audio Visual Commissioning Engineer with one of our Security Company located in Abu Dhabi. They are seeking an Audio Visual Commissioning Engineer. Our client is an established integrator of commercial AV & VC systems.The Role:• As the commissioning engineer you will act as the lead engineer for the business. • Have the ability to lead the installation team along with mentor junior engineers • Ability to commission installed equipment Knowledge of control systems and programs – with the ability to make minor changes • Ability to connect equipment over networks

    Salary:
    AED
    5,000 to 8,500
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    Requirements:• You will have strong experience within Audio Visual completing installations through to commissioning Excellent knowledge of systems such as:• Logitech, QSC, Extron, AMX, Crestron • Ability to lead a team Experienced in both audio visual and video conferencing systems • This is an excellent opportunity to join an established integrator and excellent team. • A company who will invest further into your training and progression.• 5-10 years of experience of UAE experience is a must.• Should have commissioning and configuration experience.• Audio Visual- Creston /Extron/Atix

    Excelsior is a bespoke HR and recruitment consultancy, specialising in the Security, Facilities Management, Education and Automotive sectors. Excelsior provides a high quality, reliable and affordable solution to companies in these sectors.

    Exciting opportunities and market insights will be regularly posted on this page. If you are a talented individual looking for a change, then our highly experienced Consultants are ready to match you with an exciting new career opportunity. More

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    Access Control Commissioning Engineer | Excelsior Group ME

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We have n excellent opportunity for Access Control Commissioning Engineer with one of our Security Company located in Abu Dhabi. We are working with a top security systems integrator who offer large-scale access control projects to a number of global enterprise and blue-chip clients,. They’re looking to grow their team with an experienced Access Control Commissioning Engineer to help deliver projects.The Role:• You will be responsible for ensuring the final project delivery and commissioning of IP, PC-based, integrated access control and CCTV systems• Offer on-site support on large scale systems, including European and global systems• Support engineers, LSPs and clients on technical problems and commissioning• Communicate effectively with customers both external and internal as and when required, discussing problems, clarifying situations, identifying and explaining solutions• To liaise and interoperate with equipment manufacturers, software suppliers and/or sub-contract maintenance companies as requiredRequirements:• Hands-on experience of project engineering and/or commissioning access control systems, including single, multisite or enterprise systems.• Strong project delivery skills with a background/experience in project engineering / installation of integrated security systems, ideally on a larger scale• Knowledge and experience of TCP/IP networking, including configuring and maintaining routers and switches highly beneficial• Experience with Access Control- Kaba/Lenel/Maxess

    Salary:
    AED
    5,000 to 8,500
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    We have n excellent opportunity for Access Control Commissioning Engineer with one of our Security Company located in Abu Dhabi. We are working with a top security systems integrator who offer large-scale access control projects to a number of global enterprise and blue-chip clients,. They’re looking to grow their team with an experienced Access Contrl Commissioning Engineer to help deliver projects.The Role:• You will be responsible for ensuring the final project delivery and commissioning of IP, PC-based, integrated access control and CCTV systems• Offer on-site support on large scale systems, including European and global systems• Support engineers, LSPs and clients on technical problems and commissioning• Communicate effectively with customers both external and internal as and when required, discussing problems, clarifying situations, identifying and explaining solutions• To liaise and interoperate with equipment manufacturers, software suppliers and/or sub-contract maintenance companies as requiredRequirements:• Hands-on experience of project engineering and/or commissioning access control systems, including single, multisite or enterprise systems.• Strong project delivery skills with a background/experience in project engineering / installation of integrated security systems, ideally on a larger scale• Knowledge and experience of TCP/IP networking, including configuring and maintaining routers and switches highly beneficial• Experience with Access Control- Kaba/Lenel/Maxess

    Excelsior is a bespoke HR and recruitment consultancy, specialising in the Security, Facilities Management, Education and Automotive sectors. Excelsior provides a high quality, reliable and affordable solution to companies in these sectors.

    Exciting opportunities and market insights will be regularly posted on this page. If you are a talented individual looking for a change, then our highly experienced Consultants are ready to match you with an exciting new career opportunity. More