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    Finance Operations and Control Manager | Dubai Properties (DP)

    Employment:

    Part Time

    Key Accountabilities: Specify the output required from the job. Ongoing review of processes and policies• Review and update of processes and policies including Segregation of Duty Matrices• Develop and deliver training to business process owners on a regular basis to build knowledge and understanding of risks and controls in DHRE Finance.• Actively seek uniformity and automation of controls across DHRE through efficient use of financial systems and innovative technology to enhance and continuously improve the design and effectiveness of controls, including efficiencies in documentation, assessment, and monitoring of controlsDriving the completion of Balance sheet schedules and statutory audits touch points• Monitor completion of balance sheet schedules and assist the AR and AP team with any technical aspects related to the same• Focal point for statutory audits requests from Reporting team / Internal Audit etc.IFRS / Accounting Technical Aspects• Review of monthly complex revenue recognition workings based on IFRS and associated Percentage of Completion (PoC) workings which includes liaison with North 25, Development team and Infrastructure teams• Ensuring AR and AP processing team compiling the PoC workings and Revenue recognition workings are updated with any technical developments affecting their workProject CAPEX review• Validation of PCs, invoices and other invoices for projects.• Review and conclude the month end accruals for projects• Review and conclude allocation of infra costs to projects and other verticals• Review of release of advance payment guarantee and performance guarantees for contractors• Review and conclude provisions for EOT, Claims and other CAPEX• Review of substation cost share calculations• Review of the cost for project management company’s fees (accruals and payments). Comparison and monitoring CAP at project level.• Review and conclude PHDS CWIP reconciliation at project level (Include recon of balance inventory, does not include movement schedule for FS)• Review of cost to complete of projects on a half yearly basis and comparison to approved budget.• Review of the cost reports for projects (build to sell and infrastructure projects)• Attend monthly project management review • Review and conclude Forecast for the Cash outflows for CAPEX• Half yearly review of provisions for RTA and other authority fees for completeness, accuracy and existence• Conclude the impairment review on an annual basis of the capital work in progress.• Review of development team inputs in the 5 years business plan considering the project cost reports.Assisting Director Financial Control in concluding transactions / contracts and compiling reports / presentations • Liaising with business partners within and outside DHRE to conclude contracts and transactions• Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate with peer group as well as higher management in other departments and business partners• Work on projects / initiatives as assigned including any corporate level projects• Work closely with stakeholders across functions in a fast-paced environment, able to provide solution to issues

    Qualifications, Experiences, SkillsMinimum Qualifications and Knowledge: • Qualified Chartered Accountant• Experience of auditing with one of the big 4 audit firmsMinimum Experience (number of years): • 5+ years of professional experienceJob Specific Technical Skills:• Thorough understanding of IFRS and accounting• Working knowledge of ERPs and Accounting systems (knowledge of oracle, sales force and Yardi is preferred)• Attention to detail and able to work in a non-structured environment.• Ability to work in fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.• Strong team orientation, exceptional work ethic.• Familiarity with best practices related to procure to pay, bill to collect and project accounting• Ability to summarise and present data in concise and accurate mannerJob-specific Complexity: • Handling multiple books of accounts and ledgers• Dealing with high volume of transactions• Tight turn-around SLAs• Having ability to correlate information from multiple sources and establishing accurate cause and effect scenarios Core Competencies:• Execution & DeliveryResult oriented, ensures operational excellence in areas of responsibility and delivers best results. • Takes active ownership of problems and provide timely and result focused solutions. Remains outcome-driven.Accountability• Take ownership of responsibility and be responsible for the consequences of work output.• Team Work & Collaboration• Fosters a culture of trust, collaboration and support. • Works collaboratively both within one’s own function and across functions to achieve DP goals.• Effective Communication• Communicates clearly and effectively (both verbal and written). • Communicates timely and responsively. Seeks feedback and provides feedback. Encourages open discussion and dialogue.Innovation• Drives self and encourage others to actively look beyond boundaries for new insights and opportunities for success.• Customer Service Orientation • Develop and maintain strong external and internal customer relationships by identifying and anticipating customer needs and responding to them by maintaining long term relationship.

    Dubai Properties leverages its impressive legacy as a reliable developer to elevate Dubai’s status as a global icon. With almost two decades of expertise designing and developing sought-after residential master communities across waterfront, urban, and suburban locations, Dubai Properties addresses every aspect of the real estate landscape. Its communities – home to an array of residents and happy families – include JBR, Jaddaf Waterfront, La Vie, 1/JBR, Bellevue Towers, Remraam, Mudon and Villanova to name a few.

    Dubai Properties also offers institutional investors access to an extensive land portfolio for development opportunities. All the initiatives aim to enrich the lives of residents and visitors, bringing a vast collection of living experiences to the Emirates. More

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    Consulting Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consulting CIPS – Real Estate & Construction – Senior Manager – Dubai/Abu DhabiLine of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorSpecialismOperations StrategyManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryIn Consulting, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the best across industry and professional functional advisory services. We focus on helping solve client problems by offering both strategic and operational deep industry expertise. We pride ourselves on building long-lasting relationships with companies and organizations, always ensuring that we are able to bring the best insights and solutions to help them tackle whatever critical issues they may face.As a Senior Manager, you will be expected to:- Lead end-to-end Real Estate/Construction consulting engagements focused on evaluating current state, identifying opportunities and creating holistic transformation business cases.  – Lead cross-functional internal and client teams, across business and Real Estate/ Construction value chain, to develop and deliver end-to-end solution covering but not limited to planning and control, design management, project tendering, and contract administration. – Developing yourself personally, taking a keen interest in trends in Real Estate/ Construction industry and the impact on our clients so you can help shape their thinking and our success in the market – Write and present winning proposals to support our clients in the Kingdom in strategy, operational/quality improvement and cost reduction. – You will undertake client delivery work in KSA including operational improvement, Business process re-engineering, operating model assessment and design and transformation projects – Supporting the development of new propositions to help our client standardise their operations in the most efficient and effective manner. – Working with colleagues in all Middle Eastern offices on client work and internal initiatives as well as with international teams where appropriate; and,   – Keeping up to date with current trends from the region and from across the world. – Working to mentor and train other members of the business unit and the project team in order to foster a high performance team environment. – Whilst working in the Real Estate / Construction Industry team you will develop your understanding of the key themes in the market and in the region. You will work collaboratively with other team members to shape the future of our clients and to bring about positive change. 

    Requirements: – Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant subject areas such as [e.g. Civil Engineering]. – Preferable qualifications: MBA, Six Sigma, Lean, and Certification in Supply Chain. – Years of Experience : Minimum 9 years of experience in management consulting focusing on Construction / Real-estate Industry. – Extensive experience in managing organizational transformation /restructuring projects. – In-depth understanding and experience of strategy management, organization design, processes management and implementation, and PMO setup. – Language Skills: Fluent in both English and Arabic. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).   

    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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    Senior Manager – Deals, Transaction Services | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Deals, Transaction Services – Valuations (Technology, Media, and Telecom) – Senior Manager – DubaiLine of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTMT X-SectorSpecialismDealsManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Valuations practice, within Deals Transaction Services, will provide you the opportunity to help organisations realise the potential of mergers, acquisitions and divestitures and capital markets. In short, we help some of the world’s leading companies originate, create, execute, and realise value from deals. Through data driven insights we help our clients move in the right direction ensuring maximum value for their company.Our team helps organisations unlock greater deal value by providing robust value opinions and transaction model business advisory. As part of the team, you’ll research financial risks, provide forecast analysis, and develop financial models that assists our team in providing fair and accurate valuation advice and ultimately helps our clients enhance their deal value.About the role:As part of the leading global valuation practice with over 2,000 dedicated valuation professionals in 50 countries, we have the right people to support clients for various different type of valuation related work. Our Middle East valuations team operates on a regional basis but with team members based in each territory who understand the local market dynamics. Within the practice, the ME valuations team represents a group of more than 20 professionals, working across various industry verticals as required. We also work collaboratively with the regional valuation team members and provide support on large complex regional valuation engagements. You could be working remotely with colleagues anywhere in the region. You will enjoy potential for fast personal development in a dynamic team by playing an important role within the local and regional valuations practice. From the outset you will be exposed to a diverse range of challenging valuation work across industry sectors including company share valuations and/or financial instruments and valuations of intangible assets. Interaction with senior colleagues and senior client individuals will also provide plenty of opportunity for candidates to build business development and marketing skills. You will:- Assist partners/directors in carrying out valuation engagements – Manage teams, projects and clients on a day to day basis – Provide support to junior team members (senior associates/associates) in guiding and reviewing their work outputs – Present valuation findings internally and externally to clients – Build a network around your peer group internally within PwC and externally – Assist partners/directors in external and internal business development – Coaching junior staff in a mix of technical valuations skills, industry knowledge and soft skills. – Assist and take part in various internal initiatives to assist the partners/directors in delivering those initiatives – (such as digitalization, industry specialization, value creation etc)

    Essential Skills and ExperienceWe are looking for a Senior Manager who has an excellent track record and meets the following criteria: – Experience of carrying out valuations for different purposes mainly in Technology, Media, and Telecom (financial reporting, disputes etc) – Min 7 years of previous commercial, client-facing valuation work experience ideally in a big four with sound and in-depth technical and commercial knowledge of valuation concepts –  Direct involvement in delivering and managing valuation engagements is a key requirement for applying for this position Academic background and proficiency: – ACA, CFA or ACCA qualified and/or Master/ Bachelors’ degree in Finance/Accounting – Hands on financial modelling experience with proficiency in Ms Excel – Experience with PowerBi, Tableau will be a plus Other necessary attributes: –  Strong analytical skills but tempered with an ability to think laterally –  Ability to deliver high quality written work –  Strong attention to detail combined with an ability to see the big picture –  Ability to work effectively in teams on occasion to tight deadlines –  Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence when interacting with others –  Ability to quickly grasp key business drivers and specific valuation issues You’ll be joining an experienced and diverse team that will welcome your outlook and knowledge while also helping you to broaden and deepen your understanding of valuation and advisory. You’ll have the opportunity to take increasing amounts of responsibility and ownership of projects as your experience develops whilst being provided with required and flexible support.

    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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    Consulting, Finance Transformation Director | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelDirectorJob Description & SummaryA career within Finance Consulting services, will provide the opportunity to work alongside CEOs, CFOs, controllers and treasurers to optimise the structure of their finance functions and improve their contribution to the business. We support our clients by addressing the challenges of achieving appropriate standards of control, efficient back office opportunities and support to the business through insight and challenge.Business Unit and Role Overview You will be working within the Finance Function Effectiveness team, which provides advisory services focused on the CFO agenda. The team works across a broad range of industries and delivers projects throughout the Middle East region. The work we typically undertake includes: – Defining Finance Function Strategy and designing Finance Function operating model – Designing Organisation Structure for Finance – Developing Finance Policies and Processes – Designing Costing and Enterprise Performance Management  As a competency, you will support multiple Industry Verticals. However, we expect you to bring expertise in Industrial Products, Telecom, Financial Sector, Oil and Gas or Government Sector. 

    Qualifications/Educational background- Masters or MBA  – Finance and/or Technology (preferable) – Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting  or Technology Years of Exp- 10 -15 years of experience in a similar industry / role Requirements- Arabic Language skills is mandatory- Experience in conducting Finance Function assessments and opportunity funneling for pilots – Experience in providing process expertise for implementation in end-to-end processes (Order to Cash, Record to Report, Procure to Pay) covering design and implementation – Experience in designing operating models, governance and communication frameworks within Finance Function – Good understanding of change management and coaching needs to adopt in client environments – Experience with implementation and/or implementation supervision of full life cycle ERP systems (SAP, Oracle or Others)  – Proven Track Record in Sales of Professional Services of US$ 1 million – 1.5 million annually – Proven track record in Revenue Under Management (implementation oversight and control) of US$ 1.5 million – Proven experience of delivering high-quality strategic engagements across multiple industries  – Strong interest and passion for developing, growing and leading a team through advanced coaching and mentoring, as well as proactive knowledge sharing. – The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East or where the project requirements dictate.

    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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    Executive MIS,Budgeting and reporting | Dubai Properties (DP)

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Key Accountabilities: Specify the output required from the job• Assist MIS and reporting team managers in preparing monthly reports.• Preparation of department opex report on monthly basis and assist MIS manager for detailed analysis.• Work on budget models and ensure data accuracy and reasonableness of budget assumptions. • Data upload to Business Planning template in Hyperion Planning system (EPBCS).• Ensure that approved budget is loaded accurately in Oracle system and ensure timely updated once needed.• Assist in casting, cross casting and formatting of internal and DH related deliverables. • Assist finance team for data analysis and compilation for Ad-hoc reports (internal and DH related).• Input data in timely manner for project actualization.• Assist Commercial finance manager in finalization of project actualization reports. • Assistance in collections reporting as well.• Any other support required by FP&A and Reporting team5. Key Performance Indicators• Completeness and accuracy of data input.• 100% adherence to applicable policies and procedures.• Timely and accurate completion of data forms. • Effective coordination with external stakeholders. • Collaboration with internal/external stakeholders.6. Key InteractionsInternal: • DP Employees• Line Managers, Head of Departments External: • Insurance Brokers• External Auditors• DH Finance

    Knowledge of Accounting and reporting : Knowledge of Oracle System (Hyperion knowledge is preferred).Possess good MS Excel skills, communication and team player.Minimum 2-4 year experience in similar role with account backgrounds.• Time management and attention to details and quality.• Analytical and Computing skills is preferred.• Good Communication and presentation skills in English and MS office literate• Execution & DeliveryResult oriented, ensures operational excellence in areas of responsibility and delivers best results. Takes active ownership of problems and provide timely and result focused solutions. Remains outcome-driven.• AccountabilityTake ownership of responsibility and be responsible for the consequences of work output.• Team Work & CollaborationFosters a culture of trust, collaboration and support. Works collaboratively both within one’s own function and across functions to achieve DP goals.• Effective CommunicationCommunicates clearly and effectively (both verbal and written). Communicates timely and responsively. Seeks feedback and provides feedback. Encourages open discussion and dialogue.• InnovationDrives self and encourage others to actively look beyond boundaries for new insights and opportunities for success.• Customer Service Orientation Develop and maintain strong external and internal customer relationships by identifying and anticipating customer needs and responding to them by maintaining long term relationship.

    Dubai Properties leverages its impressive legacy as a reliable developer to elevate Dubai’s status as a global icon. With almost two decades of expertise designing and developing sought-after residential master communities across waterfront, urban, and suburban locations, Dubai Properties addresses every aspect of the real estate landscape. Its communities – home to an array of residents and happy families – include JBR, Jaddaf Waterfront, La Vie, 1/JBR, Bellevue Towers, Remraam, Mudon and Villanova to name a few.

    Dubai Properties also offers institutional investors access to an extensive land portfolio for development opportunities. All the initiatives aim to enrich the lives of residents and visitors, bringing a vast collection of living experiences to the Emirates. More

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    Manager Finance Operations and Control | Dubai Properties (DP)

    Employment:

    Part Time

    Key Accountabilities: Specify the output required from the job. Ongoing review of processes and policies• Review and update of processes and policies including Segregation of Duty Matrices• Develop and deliver training to business process owners on a regular basis to build knowledge and understanding of risks and controls in DHRE Finance.• Actively seek uniformity and automation of controls across DHRE through efficient use of financial systems and innovative technology to enhance and continuously improve the design and effectiveness of controls, including efficiencies in documentation, assessment, and monitoring of controlsDriving the completion of Balance sheet schedules and statutory audits touch points• Monitor completion of balance sheet schedules and assist the AR and AP team with any technical aspects related to the same• Focal point for statutory audits requests from Reporting team / Internal Audit etc.IFRS / Accounting Technical Aspects• Review of monthly complex revenue recognition workings based on IFRS and associated Percentage of Completion (PoC) workings which includes liaison with North 25, Development team and Infrastructure teams• Ensuring AR and AP processing team compiling the PoC workings and Revenue recognition workings are updated with any technical developments affecting their workProject CAPEX review• Validation of PCs, invoices and other invoices for projects.• Review and conclude the month end accruals for projects• Review and conclude allocation of infra costs to projects and other verticals• Review of release of advance payment guarantee and performance guarantees for contractors• Review and conclude provisions for EOT, Claims and other CAPEX• Review of substation cost share calculations• Review of the cost for project management company’s fees (accruals and payments). Comparison and monitoring CAP at project level.• Review and conclude PHDS CWIP reconciliation at project level (Include recon of balance inventory, does not include movement schedule for FS)• Review of cost to complete of projects on a half yearly basis and comparison to approved budget.• Review of the cost reports for projects (build to sell and infrastructure projects)• Attend monthly project management review • Review and conclude Forecast for the Cash outflows for CAPEX• Half yearly review of provisions for RTA and other authority fees for completeness, accuracy and existence• Conclude the impairment review on an annual basis of the capital work in progress.• Review of development team inputs in the 5 years business plan considering the project cost reports.Assisting Director Financial Control in concluding transactions / contracts and compiling reports / presentations • Liaising with business partners within and outside DHRE to conclude contracts and transactions• Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate with peer group as well as higher management in other departments and business partners• Work on projects / initiatives as assigned including any corporate level projects• Work closely with stakeholders across functions in a fast-paced environment, able to provide solution to issues

    Qualifications, Experiences, SkillsMinimum Qualifications and Knowledge: Qualified Chartered AccountantExperience of auditing with one of the big 4 audit firmsMinimum Experience (number of years): 5+ years of professional experienceJob Specific Technical Skills:• Thorough understanding of IFRS and accounting• Working knowledge of ERPs and Accounting systems (knowledge of oracle, sales force and Yardi is preferred)• Attention to detail and able to work in a non-structured environment.• Ability to work in fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.• Strong team orientation, exceptional work ethic.• Familiarity with best practices related to procure to pay, bill to collect and project accounting• Ability to summarise and present data in concise and accurate mannerJob-specific Complexity: • Handling multiple books of accounts and ledgers• Dealing with high volume of transactions• Tight turn-around SLAs• Having ability to correlate information from multiple sources and establishing accurate cause and effect scenarios Core Competencies:• Execution & DeliveryResult oriented, ensures operational excellence in areas of responsibility and delivers best results. Takes active ownership of problems and provide timely and result focused solutions. Remains outcome-driven.• AccountabilityTake ownership of responsibility and be responsible for the consequences of work output.• Team Work & CollaborationFosters a culture of trust, collaboration and support. Works collaboratively both within one’s own function and across functions to achieve DP goals.• Effective CommunicationCommunicates clearly and effectively (both verbal and written). Communicates timely and responsively. Seeks feedback and provides feedback. Encourages open discussion and dialogue.• InnovationDrives self and encourage others to actively look beyond boundaries for new insights and opportunities for success.• Customer Service Orientation Develop and maintain strong external and internal customer relationships by identifying and anticipating customer needs and responding to them by maintaining long term relationship.

    Dubai Properties leverages its impressive legacy as a reliable developer to elevate Dubai’s status as a global icon. With almost two decades of expertise designing and developing sought-after residential master communities across waterfront, urban, and suburban locations, Dubai Properties addresses every aspect of the real estate landscape. Its communities – home to an array of residents and happy families – include JBR, Jaddaf Waterfront, La Vie, 1/JBR, Bellevue Towers, Remraam, Mudon and Villanova to name a few.

    Dubai Properties also offers institutional investors access to an extensive land portfolio for development opportunities. All the initiatives aim to enrich the lives of residents and visitors, bringing a vast collection of living experiences to the Emirates. More

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    Data Manager – Consulting Technology | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorSpecialismManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Management Consulting practice, within General Consulting services, will provide you with the opportunity to help clients seize essential advantages by working alongside business leaders to solve their toughest problems and capture their greatest opportunities. We work with some of the world’s largest and most complex companies to understand their unique business issues and opportunities in an ever changing environment. We help create sustainable change by stimulating innovation, unlocking data possibilities, navigating risk and regulatory complexity, optimising deals, and aligning costs with business strategy to create a competitive advantage.As a member of our team, you’ll help the world’s most significant organisations, public and private, quickly become more effective. We improve the way they operate; manage costs; better align people, process and technology initiatives; support business growth to maintain or improve competitive edge and complete market and regulatory risk assessment. In doing so, we focus on their agendas and the big issues they need to deal with, both today and in the future.Line of Service OverviewIn Consulting, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the best across industry and professional functional advisory services. We focus on helping solve client problems by offering both strategic and operational deep industry expertise. We pride ourselves on building long-lasting relationships with companies and organizations, always ensuring that we are able to bring the best insights and solutions to help them tackle whatever critical issues they may face. Our Consulting practice currently focuses on several core sectors including Consumer and Industrial Products & Services, Energy, Utilities & Mining, Financial Services, Government, Health Industries, Finance Function, People and Organizations and Technology. Role OverviewWe are looking for a Manager with over 6 year of experience in working with Data and delivering data management and analytics projects to clients. Candidate need to be capable of managing multiple projects and keep track of risks, issues, dependencies, and complex release schedules across multi-client delivery teams in a unified and cohesive manner. Responsibilities- Oversees the provision of project specific data management status, cycle time and productivity metrics by working closely with Data Management vendors. – Monitor data management deliverables, provides immediate feedback and requests potential actions. – Develop data policies, plans and procedures – Check compliance of data governance practices as per regulatory requirements and perform data governance maturity analysis. – Check data quality and related practices and perform data quality compliance. – Ensure quality and consistency of departmental data through appropriate processes – Performing Impact analysis for viewing all upstream and downstream impacts of proposed changes to the data integration environment before they are implemented – Ensure data is be recorded and used in compliance with relevant requirements, including the correct application of any rules or definitions.  – Establish checks to ensure data reflects stable and consistent data collection processes across collection points and over time. – Define data archiving and data retention policies along with the business team

    Qualifications- Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or similar degree. – 6+ years of experience in data management techniques and usage of data management, data warehouse, and BI tools. – Must have a comprehensive understanding of data management policies, processes and standards as well as current regulatory requirements for data management and data standards – Experience is delivering data management architecture and solutions design. – Experience in writing and reviewing data management and data validation plans, as well as data management standard operating procedures – Experience in working in cross-functional and multicultural teams > – Knowledge of leading analytics software in market e.g. Power BI, Qlik, Alteryx, Talend, etc. – Relevant certification in Data Management (CDMP), Data Warehousing or Data Mining is a plus. – Proficiency in both English and Arabic – Verbal and written communication skills; problem solving skills

    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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    Office Management – Executive Assistant | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Internal Firm Services – OtherManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & Summary- To provide support and administrative assistance for defined routine administrative workstreams to groups of internal clients within the firm, on a virtual basis from a remote location.FinancialExpenses and Timesheets- Coordinate and prepare monthly expenses claims and fortnightly timesheet submissions for executives if required and own expenses and timesheets by due dates using the firm’s systemCustomerTravel Bookings- Organise business travel and accommodation bookings for executives- Maximise cost reduction opportunities through timely and appropriate travel choices- Liaise with travel approvals team to follow up on approvals- Organise visas and taxi bookings as required Meetings, conference calls and Webex- Organise and coordinate logistics for both internal and external meetings (boardroom bookings and refreshments)- Prepare and send out the call information to all concerned parties- Organise conference calls as needed and maintain call record for accounts purposesClient relationships- Develop good working relationships with executives via phone and email communication Internal ProcessPartner and Executive general admin- Develop understanding of PwC standards and formats- Prepare documents when required i.e. presentations, proposals, letters- Ensure all documentation is filed in a systematic manner- Assist fellow EAs when required and work collaboratively with Learning and Growth- Exercise confidentiality, discretion and personal sensitivity in all aspects of the role- Comply with PwC policies and procedures in all aspects of the role- Build network of strong working relationships both internally and externally- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    Education- Bachelor’s DegreeOverall Experience- 3+ years experience in an administrative roleLanguage- Proficiency in spoken and written English, Arabic is an advantageSpecific Skills- Experience with a professional services firm preferredKnowledge and Skills- Demonstrate strong organisational skills, regularly act on own initiative, highlighting issues and suggesting possible solutions- Good spoken and written communication skills- Good listening skills and ability to take instructions and direction from Partners and Directors who are based in a different location and to work independently with minimal guidance- Exercise confidentiality, discretion and personal sensitivity in all aspects of role at all times- Good interpersonal skills- Must possess a professional telephone manner- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, on a virtual basis and with an often traveling partner/executive- Demonstrated team player and dedication to provide high level of service- Must possess a warm, friendly and professional demeanor- Knowledge of administrative systems and processes- Proficiency in Google including G suite

    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