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  • Oracle Financial Consultant – Technology Solution Delivery | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    Oracle Financial Consultant – Technology Consulting – Technology Solution Delivery, RiyadhOracle Consulting practice in EY, a part of the ERP Consulting services, provides consulting services to clients with a focus on Enterprise Integration, Business Intelligence and Governance, Risk and Compliance solutions. We assist clients in the successful deployment of Oracle’s full suite of enterprise applications which includes Oracle eBusiness Suite, Fusion (HCM cloud, CRM cloud, infra on cloud) Siebel, PeopleSoft, Primavera and Hyperion product ranges.We help to clients throughout the life cycle of an ERP deployment, starting from package selection, RFP creation, vendor selection, program management and program office setup, ERP implementation, Process mapping, pre-Implementation review, post implementation review and support. Our solutions and services are aimed to provide solutions in areas of Financial Management, Human Resources Management, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Customer Relationship Management and Corporate Performance Management.EY being a pioneer in this field, are looking for top talent to lead the way in evolving and growing this ambitious vision of 2020. It is an excellent opportunity for technology savvy entrepreneurs who are passionate about innovation and want to be at the forefront of a breakthrough consulting area. You can expect to be working with client across the globe from all sectors and advising them on how to adapt their business strategy and how they can best make use of EY’s service offerings to gain competitive advantage in customer experience. With the right people mind-set and approach, we are confident that the long-term career benefits are immeasurable.Your Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Consultant in EY, you will be responsible for playing an important role in achieving the vision 2020. You would be expected to design turnkey solutions for our clients across the globe and mange end to end implementation of engagements. You are also expected to have a penchant for identifying new business opportunities within existing projects and communicating the same to the engagement manager. Apart from this the below would be the key roles and responsibilities.- Should be able to discuss solution design at the CFO level and comfortably speak about financials concepts like chart of accounts, organization structure, masters, data migration and reporting with an Oracle eBusiness Suite perspective- Should have experience with standard implementation activities, including requirements gathering solution design, configuration, testing, implementation, project documentation, and post-production support.- Would be responsible for roll out of all Oracle modules in green field operations or upgrades and re-implementations in brown field operations.- As a Financial consultant should have a strong background working as functional resource with a good understanding of financial processes.- Be In position to understand and define controls in the system from a solution and segregation of duties.- Will work closely with our clients and must demonstrate individual functional and professional knowledge to ensure that the work products and deliverables are of the highest calibre to ensure client satisfaction.- Would also apply project management expertise to identify, develop, and implement techniques to improve engagement productivity, increase efficiencies, mitigate risks, resolve issues, and optimize cost savings and efficiencies.- Lead and manage Finance solution proposals, RFP responses and defend our proposal during presentations to the client.

    To qualify for the role, you must have- Total Work Experience – At least 3 to 8 Years- Minimum 3 to 4 Project Implementations (Oracle Financials – GL, AP, AR, CM, FA, Projects Costing, Contracts & Billing in Fusion and R12)- Previous experience working in a senior level role for either a consulting firm or technology business- Expertise in the delivery of digital transformation and digital business solutions- Good entrepreneurial flare and the ability to identify business opportunities and cross sell different services and/or products- Proven track record of effectively managing projects and/or client engagements- Willingness to travel extensively across the globe- Graduation from reputed institution.- CIMA/CPA/CFA/CA/MBA and other equivalent PG degrees. (Preferred)- PMP certification- Oracle Certified Professional- Chartered Accounts preferredIdeally, you’ll also have- Fluent English-speaking professional- Strong hands-on experience on Oracle Financials – GL, AP, AR, CM & FA in Fusion and R12 across industry domains- Hands on Project Management experience- Knowledge in MS Visio & MS Projects- Strong listening and exceptional communication skills- Excellent interpersonal and client facing skills.- Self-motivated, organized and able to integrate with the team.- Willingness to travelGood to have Capabilities- Knowledge on Oracle Projects Application [ Project Costing, Project Billing] & SCM- Knowledge on other ERP platforms.What we look forWe 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 in Oracle Financials and evolving technologies within and are passionate about improving the performance of businesses, this is the role for you.What working at EY offers- Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around- Opportunities to work on turnkey projects with exciting client facing roles and develop new skills and progress your career- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you- Opportunity to travel across the globe and gain international exposureAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy & transactions and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a b etter working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Build your legacy with us.Apply now.

    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

  • Senior Valuation Controller | Michael Page

    Employment: Full Time

    Reporting into the Head of Valuations, the Senior Valuation Controller will be responsible for the valuation of complex financial instruments investments for the organisation globally.Client DetailsA leading, global financial services organisation.DescriptionSenior Valuation Controller will be responsible for:* Member of the team responsible for preparation of internal valuation of fixed income/debt and complex financial instruments investments in KSA and internationally* Analysis of investment performance and review of external valuations of investments* Perform industry research* Perform financial statement and benchmarking analysis* Participate in management discussions concerning investment performance and outlook* Prepare and review valuation and spreadsheet models including options and derivatives* Draft valuation reports and executive presentationsJob OfferHighly attractive basic and benefits package

    * Over 10 years relevant experience with valuations of fixed income and complex financial instrument investments* Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or business from an accredited college/university* Achievement of or working towards a formal valuation accreditation* Experience with an accounting or valuation firm* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Strong Excel and Powerpoint skills* Valuation across fixed income and complex financial instruments including illiquid, vanilla and exotic derivatives* Advanced financial modelling skills* Experience of audit review/verification process* Solid research and analytical skills and the ability to work well both autonomously and in an team environment

    Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
    The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:
    Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal
    The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide. More

  • Systems/DevOps Engineer | Amazon.ae

    Employment: Full Time

    DESCRIPTIONAbout PayFortWe serve the needs of online shoppers in all Arabic speaking and surrounding countries through our trusted, secure payment network that gives everyone the opportunity to shop online safely and easily.We build trust between buyers and online sellers by enabling consumers to transact online using the payment options they prefer with complete security and peace of mind while supporting the most popular payment methods available globally.PAYFORT is part of Souq Group, established in 2013. PAYFORT is regional expert in payment processing technology and solutions across major markets in the GCC & Levant countries, operating in UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Jordan and Qatar.We’re looking for an outstanding Senior Systems Engineer who combines superb technical, research and analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to get the right things done quickly and effectively. This person must be comfortable working with a team of top-notch developers and collaborating with our research teams. We’re looking for people who innovate and love solving hard problems! You will work hard, have fun, and of course, make history!- This position requires a candidate that can operate independently in an ambiguous environment.- The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in multiple engineering disciplines.- He/she will interface closely with a tight-knit team of system engineers across a broad range of technical areas to drive the rigorous development, integration and test of the system. He/she will be required to articulate and derive technical requirements and simplify and build consensus around proposed solutions,- The ideal candidate will have a balance of breadth across engineering disciplines, depth and expertise in select areas, and practical real-life experience with verification of complex systems and implementation of simulation environments.

    BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field- 5+ years experience running and maintaining a 24×7 production environment- 5+ years of experience working with Linux/Unix systems- 5+ years of experience with support procedures and methodologies for production computing environments- 5+ year of experience working with automation tools and building CI/CD platforms- 5+ years with BASH/Python/Ruby or any other scripting languages- Hands-on experience of architecting and building with AWS technologies- Effective verbal and written communication skillsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Experience of building high-volume and highly available and scalable distributed systems- Experience with data mining, machine learning or predictive modeling systems- Prior knowledge of payment processing, network security or anti-fraud systems- Demonstrated capability to provide depth and breadth technical leadership to agile team

    Amazon.ae, formerly Souq.com, is an English-Arabic language e-commerce platform, owned by Amazon, Inc. It is the largest e-commerce platform in the Arab world. On March 28, 2017, Amazon.com Inc. confirmed it would be acquiring Souq.com for $580 million. On May 1, 2019, Souq.com became known as Amazon.ae. More

  • Regional Finance Manager (DFSA Reporting) | Venture Search – Valdere Group

    Employment: Full Time

    Venture Search is recruiting on behalf of an international financial institution, hiring for their DIFC based, (DFSA regulated) office in Dubai.This role would suit a finance professional preferably with exposure to a global markets related firm (e.g. asset management, trading, exchanges, broking, hedge funds, etc.).Applicants must have previously held position as the nominated Finance Officer for DFSA financial reporting. It is expected that the successful candidate will hold a recognised accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CPA).Prior experience working for an international institution in a developed market (i.e London/HK/Singapore/New York) will be preferred, as this role will require daily liason with international finance colleagues and stakeholders.Whilst this role will be working Sun-Thurs UAE hours, due to the nature of the business, from time to time, working on a Friday, or joining management calls during UK trading hours may be required.
    Salary:USD 100,000 to 120,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    – Qualified Accountant (e.g. ACA / ACCA / CPA)- Previous experience as appointed Finance Officer for DFSA financial reporting- Understanding of Global Markets and working knowledge of traded financial instruments (e.g. listed derivatives, equities, OTC products, structured products, etc)- Previous experience working for a global financial institution in a developed market is preferential

    Venture Search is an international banking & financial services search firm, combining technology and human skill to enhance all aspects of the hiring process. By combining advanced search technology and a market-leading team, we are able to attract the most talented candidates in the banking and financial services sector. Here at Venture Search, we are passionate about building world-class teams and delivering long-term recruitment solutions. Venture’s focus spans multiple facets of the global Financial Services industry, including Banking, Non-Banking Financial Institutions, Buyside, Fintechs, and Advisory firms. More

  • Software Engineer | Halian

    Employment: Contract

    Halian is an IT services company providing integrated Managed Services, Resourcing, & Professional Services for corporate enterprises across the UK, Europe and the Emerging Markets of the Middle East & Africa. Established in 1996 and now employing over 450 staff, our company vision is “To unite the best people expertise and information technology and to deliver valued services for our customers”.We are looking for an experience Software Engineer, the role is 6 months extendable contract to be based in Dubai, UAE.

    Requirements:• Must have 2-3 years of experience as Software Engineer.• Must have hands-on experience in Logic Apps.• Must have hands-on experience in Azure Cloud.• Candidates must be currently based in UAE and preferably available to join immediately.

    Founded in 1996, Halian is an IT services company with a strong track record of delivering value for our customers across the UK, Europe, The Middle East and Africa.
    The experience we have gained means that we can help our clients reduce information technology costs, increase IT systems performance, and free up valuable internal resource to focus on core business activities. Our knowledge base covers a variety of industry sectors including Government, Healthcare, Telecommunications and Pharmaceuticals, as well as a specialist Financial markets capability in our Luxembourg office.
    We operate with a culture of openness and trust that helps us to develop strong working relationships with our clients and with our core technology partners Dell, Oracle, Red Hat and Symantec.
    Our three key service offerings of Managed Services, Resourcing Services and Professional Services can be used independently or integrated to provide a truly comprehensive service. More

  • Core Banking Systems Architect | NSI & Bluefin Talent

    Employment: Full Time

    One of our banking clients in Kuwait is creating a digital bank from scratch. The goal is to move the legacy systems of the old bank into the new over the course of the next 3 – 5 years. As part of this move, they are currently looking to hire a Core Banking Systems Architect who will be responsible for creating a comprehensive architecture for the bank and providing strategic direction throughout the development process. The successful candidate is also expected to ensure that the new solution fits into the existing enterprise architecture from a technical, business, user, and other perspectives.Responsibilities:• Provide enterprise technical architectural perspective and orchestrate architectural issues that emerge during product development• Ensure squad output is in harmony with overall technical direction• Choose the right technology for a given business problem• Translate the vision of the bank to the development team• Analyze the business impact that certain technical choices may have on the bank• Continuously research emerging technologies and proposes changes to the existing architecture• Evaluate project constraints to find alternatives, alleviate risks, and perform process re-engineering if required• Update stakeholders on the status of product development processes and budget

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or any related discipline• 7+ years of experience in application architecture management of mid-sized companies• Specialization in core systems, legacy systems, and integration e.g. core banking systems, payment systems, card management systems, middleware, etc.• Experienced with architecture management and governance• Experienced in an agile way of workingCompetencies:• Strong knowledge of banking business processes• Deep knowledge and understanding of key IT trends within financial institutions• Excellent command of English and preferably Arabic as well

    New Sourcing International (NSI) / Bluefin Talent have partnered so to offer a specialized recruitment solution within the Consulting and Financial services domains.
    Working together as a specialist search and selection agency, we concentrate on blue chip financial services and strategy / technology consulting organizations across Europe and the Middle East; focusing exclusively on Financial Services, IT and Risk. Being niche allows us to offer a premium search service, tailored to overcome the technically challenging nature of recruitment for the specialist functions that we work.
    We are dedicated to representing best of breed candidates in the region in our dedicated fields of employment. As such we are a leading outfit for placing ex-pats and internationally educated students in the region.
    Our biggest unique selling point, is that we are steered by a dedicated team of ex-financial services and industry professionals. This allows us to offer a level of candidate pre-screening for roles, which is largely anomalous to the recruitment profession. Our ability to bridge the technical knowledge gap typical recruiters encounter, coupled with a thorough delivery process allows us to drive consistently superior results for our clients sourcing requirements. Designed to provide a fast and efficient turnaround, we minimize the use of internal resources our clients spend vetting inadequate profiles, allowing them to quickly get back to focusing on their strategic goals.
    Our strength lies not only in the specialist nature of our firm, but also in the commitment we show towards our clients and candidates. We endeavour to build long-term relationships and recognise the crucial nature of communication throughout the recruitment process. Excellence, integrity, respect and transparency are cornerstone to the culture we promote. More

  • Digital Front-End Architect – Banking Sector | NSI & Bluefin Talent

    Employment: Full Time

    We are currently supporting a thriving bank in Kuwait in building its digital transformation team. The bank is making a digital bank out of scratch and as a part of this initiative, they are currently looking to hire a Digital Front-End Architect who has specialization in digital systems and systems of engagement e.g. omnichannel platforms, mobile app developments, customer journey orchestration, identity, and access management, API, etc.Responsibilities:• Provide enterprise technical architectural perspective and orchestrate architectural issues that emerge during product development• Ensure squad output is in harmony with overall technical direction• Choose the right technology for a given business problem• Translate the vision of the bank to the development team• Analyze the business impact that certain technical choices may have on the bank• Continuously research emerging technologies and proposes changes to the existing architecture• Evaluate project constraints to find alternatives, alleviate risks, and perform process re-engineering if required• Update stakeholders on the status of product development processes and budget

    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or any related discipline• 7+ years of experience in application architecture management of mid-sized companies• Specialization in digital systems and systems of engagement e.g. omnichannel platforms, mobile app developments, customer journey orchestration, identity and access management, API, etc.• Experienced with architecture management and governance• Experienced in an agile way of workingCompetencies:• Strong knowledge of banking business processes• Deep knowledge and understanding of key IT trends within financial institutions• Excellent command of English and preferably Arabic as well

    New Sourcing International (NSI) / Bluefin Talent have partnered so to offer a specialized recruitment solution within the Consulting and Financial services domains.
    Working together as a specialist search and selection agency, we concentrate on blue chip financial services and strategy / technology consulting organizations across Europe and the Middle East; focusing exclusively on Financial Services, IT and Risk. Being niche allows us to offer a premium search service, tailored to overcome the technically challenging nature of recruitment for the specialist functions that we work.
    We are dedicated to representing best of breed candidates in the region in our dedicated fields of employment. As such we are a leading outfit for placing ex-pats and internationally educated students in the region.
    Our biggest unique selling point, is that we are steered by a dedicated team of ex-financial services and industry professionals. This allows us to offer a level of candidate pre-screening for roles, which is largely anomalous to the recruitment profession. Our ability to bridge the technical knowledge gap typical recruiters encounter, coupled with a thorough delivery process allows us to drive consistently superior results for our clients sourcing requirements. Designed to provide a fast and efficient turnaround, we minimize the use of internal resources our clients spend vetting inadequate profiles, allowing them to quickly get back to focusing on their strategic goals.
    Our strength lies not only in the specialist nature of our firm, but also in the commitment we show towards our clients and candidates. We endeavour to build long-term relationships and recognise the crucial nature of communication throughout the recruitment process. Excellence, integrity, respect and transparency are cornerstone to the culture we promote. More

  • Oracle Financial Consultant – Technology Consulting | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    Oracle Financial Consultant – Technology Consulting – Technology Solution Delivery, RiyadhOracle Consulting practice in EY, a part of the ERP Consulting services, provides consulting services to clients with a focus on Enterprise Integration, Business Intelligence and Governance, Risk and Compliance solutions. We assist clients in the successful deployment of Oracle’s full suite of enterprise applications which includes Oracle eBusiness Suite, Fusion (HCM cloud, CRM cloud, infra on cloud) Siebel, PeopleSoft, Primavera and Hyperion product ranges.We help to clients throughout the life cycle of an ERP deployment, starting from package selection, RFP creation, vendor selection, program management and program office setup, ERP implementation, Process mapping, pre-Implementation review, post implementation review and support. Our solutions and services are aimed to provide solutions in areas of Financial Management, Human Resources Management, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Customer Relationship Management and Corporate Performance Management.EY being a pioneer in this field, are looking for top talent to lead the way in evolving and growing this ambitious vision of 2020. It is an excellent opportunity for technology savvy entrepreneurs who are passionate about innovation and want to be at the forefront of a breakthrough consulting area. You can expect to be working with client across the globe from all sectors and advising them on how to adapt their business strategy and how they can best make use of EY’s service offerings to gain competitive advantage in customer experience. With the right people mind-set and approach, we are confident that the long-term career benefits are immeasurable.Your Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Consultant in EY, you will be responsible for playing an important role in achieving the vision 2020. You would be expected to design turnkey solutions for our clients across the globe and mange end to end implementation of engagements. You are also expected to have a penchant for identifying new business opportunities within existing projects and communicating the same to the engagement manager. Apart from this the below would be the key roles and responsibilities.• Should be able to discuss solution design at the CFO level and comfortably speak about financials concepts like chart of accounts, organization structure, masters, data migration and reporting with an Oracle eBusiness Suite perspective• Should have experience with standard implementation activities, including requirements gathering solution design, configuration, testing, implementation, project documentation, and post-production support.• Would be responsible for roll out of all Oracle modules in green field operations or upgrades and re-implementations in brown field operations.• As a Financial consultant should have a strong background working as functional resource with a good understanding of financial processes.• Be In position to understand and define controls in the system from a solution and segregation of duties.• Will work closely with our clients and must demonstrate individual functional and professional knowledge to ensure that the work products and deliverables are of the highest calibre to ensure client satisfaction.• Would also apply project management expertise to identify, develop, and implement techniques to improve engagement productivity, increase efficiencies, mitigate risks, resolve issues, and optimize cost savings and efficiencies.• Lead and manage Finance solution proposals, RFP responses and defend our proposal during presentations to the client.To qualify for the role, you must have• Total Work Experience – At least 3 to 8 Years• Minimum 3 to 4 Project Implementations (Oracle Financials – GL, AP, AR, CM, FA, Projects Costing, Contracts & Billing in Fusion and R12)• Previous experience working in a senior level role for either a consulting firm or technology business• Expertise in the delivery of digital transformation and digital business solutions• Good entrepreneurial flare and the ability to identify business opportunities and cross sell different services and/or products• Proven track record of effectively managing projects and/or client engagements• Willingness to travel extensively across the globe• Graduation from reputed institution.• CIMA/CPA/CFA/CA/MBA and other equivalent PG degrees. (Preferred)• PMP certification• Oracle Certified Professional• Chartered Accounts preferred

    Ideally, you’ll also have• Fluent English-speaking professional• Strong hands-on experience on Oracle Financials – GL, AP, AR, CM & FA in Fusion and R12 across industry domains• Hands on Project Management experience• Knowledge in MS Visio & MS Projects• Strong listening and exceptional communication skills• Excellent interpersonal and client facing skills.• Self-motivated, organized and able to integrate with the team.• Willingness to travelGood to have Capabilities• Knowledge on Oracle Projects Application [ Project Costing, Project Billing] & SCM• Knowledge on other ERP platforms.What we look forWe 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 in Oracle Financials and evolving technologies within and are passionate about improving the performance of businesses, this is the role for you.What working at EY offers• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around• Opportunities to work on turnkey projects with exciting client facing roles and develop new skills and progress your career• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you• Opportunity to travel across the globe and gain international exposureAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy & transactions and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Build your legacy with us.Apply now.

    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