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    Consultant / Senior Consultant, Energy Sector | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consultant/ Senior Consultant, Energy Sector – Financial Accounting Advisory Services in Qatar In Financial Accounting & Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning, and individually tailored coaching.That is how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.Sound interesting? Well, this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.The opportunity EY is looking for a Senior Consultant / Consultant to join the team in Qatar to lead our project delivery within the Energy sector, specifically power and utilities. This is an opportunity to work in a rapidly changing market with huge career growth potential.Your key responsibilities As a Senior Consultant/ Consultant you’ll be responsible for participating and /or managing energy sector FAAS engagements, while collaborating with the partner, senior manager, and client to determine a FAAS strategy that appropriately addresses risk and manages client expectations relating to deliverables.To this end you’ll ensure that the FAAS engagement team understands the client’s needs and expectations and that the work product is client-focused, clear, accurate and well-presented; ensure work is delivered timely and in compliance with regulatory requirements and monitor the FAAS engagement team’s performance against the budget and alter if necessary.In addition, identifying and communicating relevant trends, developments, and key performance drivers relevant to the client will be essential as well consulting with appropriate resources on complex accounting issues and participating in sales of new FAAS work.

    Skills and attributes for success – Pro- activity, 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 bachelor’s degree and approximately three to four plus years of related work experience – Understanding and experience of accounting transformation and advisory projects across region and sectors – CPA / CA / ACCA certification – Strong technical skills and recognized cautious risk management ability – Strong management skills to lead teams, delegate appropriately, mentor, review performance and counsel employees – Ability and comfort level in researching client inquires and emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies Ideally, you’ll also have- Experience in the Middle East & North Africa region 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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    GOSI Administrator – KSA National | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We believe our Talent Team is an exciting and challenging environment in which to develop your career. As a leading professional services firm, we know that our strength and capability come from our people – their different perspectives, experiences and backgrounds. The opportunity Reporting to the KSA HR Lead, you will be the focal point for all EY employees in KSA, you will be responsible for handling GOSI requests. Your key responsibilities As a GOSI administrator, you will be responsible to overlook and manage the GOSI records for all KSA employees. We require someone who has experience and knowledge in an extensive way of all GOSI operations – ideally currently working in a government relations or HR operations role. We also accept candidates who are currently working in a Finance or Tax role that it’s heavily involved with GOSI. Your role will involve working with confidential employee data including registering work-related injuries with GOSI, updating employee information and being in regular contact with GOSI. Skills and attributes for success – Liaise with colleagues and managers to proactively escalate problems and potential issues – Able to provide solutions and resolve matters – Handling all documents and transaction for GOSI To qualify for the role you must have – Fluent in written and spoken Arabic – Must have current experience working with GOSI – Confidentiality and Integrity essential as this role requires dealing with employees’ personal documentation – Must be proactive, highly organized, can communicate effectively and professionally and to manage own workload – Excellent English language skills, written and verbal – Excellent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel – Strong attention to detail – Bachelor’s degree in HR or Accounting or a CIPD certification is ideal

    Ideally, you’ll also have – Ability to work under pressure – Excellent communication skills What we look for We are looking an experienced GOSI administrator that can provide support and expertise to our EY KSA HR Operations team 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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    Associate Director, FCC Controls | Standard Chartered Bank – UAE

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Strategy* Support the Country Head of Financial Crime to:* Set and implement the vision, strategy, direction and leadership for the Country, consistent with the vision and strategy for FCC and in support of the Group’s strategic direction and growth aspirations.* Input to the design of the Country operating model, FCC Framework and relevant business processes.* Ensure that there is adequate support (people, processes, tools, frameworks, systems) in the Country for necessary FCC controls and oversight.Business* Develop a good understanding the Bank’s range of products and services.* Develop good working relationships with key stakeholders in the Business Segments.* Develop a good working relationship with GBS FCSU and participate in regular Service Delivery Meetings with them.* Support ad hoc FCC training initiatives where appropriate.* Develop a good working relationship with GBS FCSU and chair regular Service Delivery Meetings with them.Processes* Provide management oversight of a team of Investigations Analysts, which includes case allocation and monitoring quality and productivity levels.* Day to day management and oversight of AML Investigations work that arises from Transaction Monitoring alerts (automated & manual alerts/IRs, OTCs and IXs), including alerts generated from Trade Surveillance, Transaction Screening and credit card monitoring.* Support complex investigations to include Group or Regional-level i3 cases.* Processing and concluding cases allocated in a timely manner within agreed TATs whilst maintaining Quality Control/Quality Assurance results in line with Group and local expectations.* Ensure timely initiation of follow up actions including heightened monitoring, CDD review and list additions.* Develop, keep up to date and recommend enhancement of appropriate policies/processes/DOIs to address financial crime risks, aligning with relevant regulatory requirements.* Perform reviews of reports completed by all direct reports as appropriate.People and Talent* Provide leadership, management and coaching to direct reports to ensure they are highly engaged and performing to their potential.* Promote and embed a culture of openness, trust and risk awareness, where ethical, legal, regulatory and policy compliant conduct is the norm.* Stimulate an environment where forward planning, prioritisation, deadline management and streamlined workflows and collaborative, inclusive yet effective and efficient work practices are the norm.* Collaborate with training teams to input to training curriculum to support closing of capability gaps.* Ensure staff in Country have clearly articulated and well understood roles and responsibilities through meaningful and accurate job descriptions.Risk Management* Understand technical aspects of systems relevant to CDD, Client Risk Assessments, Name and Transaction Screening, AML Monitoring and Case Management* Ensure that detection scenarios that are developed and deployed are fit-for-purpose.* Apply Group and FCC policies and processes (AML surveillance, client screening, risk assessment) to manage risks.* Make recommendations (and/or implement) to relevant stakeholders on possible risk management responses to identified risks and/or findings of concerns from investigations.* Assess risks arising from products / segments / geographies / customers / transactions.* Analyse significant financial crime risk events (e.g. SARs, non-compliant transactions, production orders) to ensure that all connected parties, particularly cross-border are identified and reported at the appropriate levels internally as well as externally across all relevant jurisdictions.* Advise relevant stakeholders on outcomes of [AML/Sanctions/ABC] risks identification and assessment methodologies.* Ensure that significant investigations are concluded internally and externally where relevant (including cross-border).* Provide intelligence inputs to support calibration of bank’s Risk Methodologies (including aggregate client risk, product risk and country risk assessments).* Apply risk and data analytic tools / techniques to optimise and tune relevant detection scenarios, and screening and monitoring systems.* Ensure that the relevant lists and database as used by the screening systems are up-to-date.Governance* Support senior oversight of FCC country.* In the event of serious regulatory breaches, or where risk tolerances have been breached, ensure senior management and relevant regulators are informed and that actions are taken quickly to remediate and/or activities are ceased.* Propose control improvements, enhancements and simplifications where appropriate.* Support all control checks undertaken by FCC under the Operational Risk Framework (ORF).Regulatory & Business Conduct* Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group’s Values and Code of Conduct.* Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics, including regulatory and business conduct, across Standard Chartered Bank. This includes understanding and ensuring compliance with, in letter and spirit, all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and the Group Code of Conduct.* Lead to achieve the outcomes set out in the Bank’s Conduct Principles* Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters.

    Our Ideal Candidate * An FCC related qualification is desirable – such as ACAMS, ICA or CFE

    Standard Chartered Bank started in 1958 in UAE with its first branch in Sharjah. The Group’s business gradually increased in Dubai with the opening of several branches and today, Dubai is the administrative hub of the Middle East and South Asia Region. In its 43rd year, the Bank enjoys the position of having the most extensive branch network among foreign international banks in UAE with 10 branches emirate-wide.

    Standard Chartered is an international bank, focused on the established and emerging markets of Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America with an extensive global network of more than 600 offices in over 50 countries. The three principal business groups are Global Markets, Personal Banking and Corporate and Institutional Banking.

    In UAE, we are one of the leading banks, offering an extensive range of products and services for personal customers, local companies, multinational corporate and financial institutions. More

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    Country Finance Officer | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Country Finance Officer – Egypt & Libya (12 months Fixed Term)Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – FinanceManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryThe country finance support forms a key team within the OneFinance community for PwC ME. The team is responsible for all day to day finance operations in country and for the smooth running of finance requirements for countries.The Job Holder is a key member of the team, responsible for the day to day support and administration required. Responsible for performing accounting work according to PwC Approved accounting principles, established procedures, departmental guidelines, and regulatory requirements applicable to the work.Financial- Responsible for daily finance tasks arising locally in country including country finance processing requirements- Ensure all communication are responded and address any inquiries in time- Upload the invoices on the Tax authority portal- Coordinate with the Line of Service Finance to complete any missing data and promptly informing them with any issues

    Customer- Work on monthly closing of accounts and finalizing monthly accounts and reports- Respond to ad-hoc requests in a timely mannerInternal Process- Prepare standardised reports or summaries, and other documentation required for the functionLearning & Growth- Adhere to policies and procedures- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Product Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Information Technology (IT)Management LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our New Technologies practice, within Application and Emerging Technology services, will provide you with a unique opportunity to help our clients identify and prioritise emerging technologies that can help solve their business problems. We help clients design approaches to integrate new technologies, skills, and processes so they can drive business results and innovation.Our team helps organisations to embrace emerging technologies to remain competitive and improve their business by solving complex questions. Our team focuses on identifying and prioritising emerging technologies, breaking into new markets, and preparing clients to get the most out of their emerging technology investments.Product Manager – PwC Middle East Digital Products A career in Products and Technology would provide you the opportunity to be part of an organization that is building a leading tech experience that solves big challenges for our firm and our clients. Our products and tech-driven solutions are how we move faster, cut through complexity and fuel growth. We start with the problem and solve it with experience and tech know-how. Our skilled technologists, data scientists, product managers and business strategists are passionate about using technology to accelerate change. Our internal facing team is responsible for designing and executing against the product road map, working with product and customer functions to identify business and technical features and requirements for our clients. Our team focuses on leading product strategy, planning, roadmap, and execution to deliver value proposition by defining product requirements, specifications, product timeline, pricing, and go-to-market activities. To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC Middle East needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future. – As Product Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. – PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to: Develop new skills outside of your comfort zone. Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively. – Coach others, recognize their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development. – Analyze complex ideas and client requirements and build a range of meaningful recommendations. – Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations. – Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm’s/client’s expectations. Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making. Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients. – Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties. Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarizing key points. Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    Requirements:- Basic Qualifications: Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor Degree Additional Educational Requirements: In lieu of a Bachelor Degree, 4-6 years of professional experience involving technology-focused process improvements, transformations, and/or system implementations. – Years of Experience: 4-6 year(s) – Preferred Qualifications: Degree Preferred: Master Degree – Preferred Fields of Study: Analytics, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, Business Analytics, Computer and Information Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, Mathematics. – Preferred Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrates extensive abilities and/or a proven record of success as a team leader managing the development and utilization of technology, emphasizing the following areas: Managing projects by defining and achieving project outcomes and meeting project key performance metric targets; Utilizing and applying into projects knowledge of technology based implementations and maintenance, learning initiatives, operations reporting, metrics, marketing and communications. – Exploring new technologies & assembling and managing product teams by working closely with engineering team and stakeholders. – Working in small multidisciplinary teams to help build products that are beneficial to our consultants and their clients. – Demonstrating flexibility by working to define requirements while simultaneously designing for those requirements. – Establishing a successful collaboration model with business leadership teams and functional leadership teams. – Developing and maintaining relationships with key management within significant vendor organizations and leveraging those relationships to solve any relationship issues and to stay current with technology and other developments within those companies. – Presenting at meetings and workshops to create awareness of product strategy and generate excitement for future business opportunities. – Providing valuable stakeholder feedback to address and taking action to meet the firm’s strategic goals. – Representing stakeholders and setting product and project vision. – Working with the development team, by creating and managing a product road-map. – Prioritizing new features/development and establishing execution is completed. – Managing/coaching small multidisciplinary product teams and collaborating with designers, business users, and developers to innovate and drive product development. – Being an influential voice on behalf of the customer (our consultants and their clients) constantly thinking about their needs and the reflection of those needs in the products we deliver and, Producing visual prototypes and functions.

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Consultant / Senior Consultant, Oracle Fusion Financial | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consultant / Senior Consultant, Oracle Fusion Financials – Digital Transformation, Jordan & Lebanon EY’s Financial Accounting Advisory Services teams support you in determining, monitoring and disclosing financial and nonfinancial insights for your stakeholders. FAAS addresses the CFO’s agenda and provides CFOs, controllers, treasurers and audit committees with insight and services to support compliance with evolving financial requirements and help provide transparency and trust in reporting to support better decision-making. We also help to support finance functions with robust financial data analytics and innovation through our tools. Our services cover a wide range of accounting and reporting, transaction accounting, treasury, and corporate governance services that can make your business meet changing market conditions, demands for greater transparency and changing regulatory requirements. We aim to do this by providing innovative support to inspire confidence while addressing reporting challenges that stem from the changing economic and regulatory environment. The opportunity This opportunity is within our Digital Transformation team, that provides advisory services focused on ERP enablement, ERP selection, developing road map for Oracle Fusion Financials migration, enterprise asset management and quality assurance of ongoing implementation. We are looking for a Consultant/Senior Consultant with a strong delivery track record in Enterprise Resource Planning who is able to leverage technology-based solutions to deliver business outcomes for our clients. The role will be based in our Centers of excellence in Lebanon / Jordan and will cater to the client engagements across the MENA region. Your key responsibilities – As a Consultant/Senior Consultant within our FAAS digital team you will specialize in Oracle Fusion SCM modules, project costing and management, enterprise asset management and work closely with our clients to support them in making strategic and operational decisions about their businesses. – You will be a trusted business advisor to our clients with a strong Oracle Cloud ERP implementation background. – You will work as part of a team of problem solvers with extensive consulting and industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues from strategy to execution.

    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 bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant subject such as finance, accounting, computer science or engineering – Minimum of two years of relevant experience, with a focus on technology enabled finance transformation and broader finance and systems – Established work experience in the Oracle practice – Knowledge in implementation of the Finance modules in Oracle Fusion Financials. – Ability to configure, test and suggest best practices for the Oracle Fusion financials – Experience with implementation of Oracle EBS along with Oracle fusion will be preferred. – The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East and worldwide where the project requirements dictate Ideally, you’ll also have – Track record with a leading consulting firm or IT services provider 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.

    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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    Group Leader, Opentext BPM | Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The Commercial Bank of Dubai is on a Default Digital strategy and is executing several focused initiatives in Personal Banking Group & Wholesale Banking Group to drive increased adoption of digital channels. This role is responsible for setting-up, enhancing and managing multiple hybrid delivery teams and for development, delivery, integration, implementation and maintenance of a portfolio of Class A & Class B Applications.We require an Opentext BPM expert with strong applicable experiences within the banking environment. • This role would be the owner of BPM application suite used by Bank and will own and drive the application roadmap and enhancements for these applications.• To design, develop and implement secure business function on a portfolio of applications as per existing software development standards and the Bank’s policies (such as risk, audit etc)• Drive and validate end-to-end solution design (people, process and technology) to ensure completeness of solution that meets business requirements.• Oversee and manage the delivery for the applications portfolio as part of the overall programs and project progress to meet approved project budget and schedule.• Providing support and advice to IT Development and Support teams with regard to the assigned portfolio of applications• Build, manage and nurture a delivery team with relevant experience, expertise, and technology knowledge.• Responsible for the team P&L (budget gathered, projects and non-project spends via contracting external resources/vendors) as well as day to day administration of the team.• To be as SME and guide to the wider team from a business-technology perspective• Maintain relationships with schemes, vendors, and regulatory organizations for all related matters, not limited to delivery.• Maintain an overview of the infrastructure and users to constantly reassess the environment, to rationalize and ensuring uniform and cohesive monitoring across the technology stack.• Collaborate with the Architecture team to review and re-engineer architecture of managed applications• Participate in the transfer of the system to the state of production and review the results and make the required modifications for the purpose of extradition to the beneficiaries or the technical divisions concerned

    Requirements• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in Information Technology in a Banking / Financial Services Context • Experience on implementing and supporting a significant number of applications within the portfolio is mandatory, Opentext BPM knowledge is essential and key payment corridors such as Thunes, SBI and NowMoney is also desired• Experience in managing large projects with internal and vendor based development models • Hands-on functional knowledge around the assigned Application / Business portfolio • Hands on technical experience in individual, team and managerial capacity • Familiarity with Cloud, Dev Ops, IT QA. • Relevant experience in strategic planning and execution in a matrix organization• Solid technical and fintech knowledge and ability to resolve technical issue especially on the assigned Application Portfolio , Open API, Agile Delivery, DevOps adoption etc. • Strong project management skills including planning, documenting, communication and delivering the end-result on-time, with quality. • Strong interest and knowledge of emerging technology trends and applications. • Strong stakeholder management and negotiating and influencing skill • Strong leadership as well as Strong collaboration skill • Strong business acumen with a good analytical mindset will be essential

    In 1969, when we at Commercial Bank of Dubai started out little did we know that sheer grit and determination would get us where we are today. An Emiri Decree issued by His Highness the Late Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the founder of modern Dubai, laid the cornerstone of Commercial Bank of Dubai. We started out as a joint venture of Commerzbank, Chase Manhattan Bank and Commercial Bank of Kuwait. A minority stake was held by a few UAE businessmen.

    By 1982, little more than a decade later, we evolved into a National Public Shareholding company. A feat complimented by an exponential increase in the capital base and mammoth restructuring of our operations. The feather in the cap came when the Government of Dubai became a key shareholder.

    Over the decades, we have transformed ourselves into a progressive and modern banking institution. We are supported by a sturdy financial base and reigned by a strong and stable management. The proof of which lies with our customers who have stood by us over the years. More

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    Consultant, Financial Accounting Advisory Services | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    In Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That is how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. The opportunity Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) support organizations through a diverse range of services that include accounting and reporting, finance function transformation, transaction accounting, treasury, corporate governance, performance improvement and other services that help organizations navigate evolving business needs, demands for greater transparency and changing regulatory requirements. Your key responsibilities – In this role, you will participate in Accounting Advisory engagements, work as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress, help prepare for meetings with target management teams, and participate in these meetings and assist in preparing reports and schedules for clients and other parties. – You will also develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel and build strong internal relationships within the EY Assurance business and across other services. – Contributing to people initiatives, including recruiting and retaining assurance professionals will also form part of your role as will maintaining an educational program to continually develop personal skills of staff.

    Skills and attributes for success – Pro- activity, 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 – Strong academic record, with a degree in accounting or commerce – Minimum of four years of professional experience in an accounting or advisory role – Familiarity with transaction services and transformation projects – Understanding of risk- based auditing and risk and control strategies – Experienced in writing policies and procedures and compliance or internal audit, internal controls and risk management Ideally, you’ll also have – Track record with a leading consulting firm – Flexibility to travel across the MENA region 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.

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    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