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    IT Supervisor | A Leading Luxury Brand For Female Fashion In The Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Oversee efficient working of all IT personnel and maintain knowledge on all job functions and administer all business requirements and ensure achievement of all business objectives and evaluate all IT systems.• Installs and maintains hardware and software, including server and desktop computers, tablets, databases, Operating systems, cloud services, network cabling and equipment, and other communications equipment at required work area.• Responsible for all aspects of the operations of an IT department including supervision of all technology inventory.• Monitor information about upgrades to specific systems and schedule upgrades as needed.• Analyzing existing computer systems and making recommendations for upgrades and improvements.• Developing and overseeing the installation of systems, which include software and hardware.• Performing tests and troubleshooting, as well as quality assurance; including implementing safety procedures and data recovery plans.

    • Responsible for creating a disaster recovery plan for company data and systems. IT Supervisors also assess data risk factors.• Ensure security through access controls, backups and firewalls; Upgrade systems with new releases and models.• Provides recommendations to the IT Manager during the development of the technology budget.• Staying up-to-date with field advancements and ensuring the team receives refresher training as well.Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Permanent

    A leading luxury brand for female fashion in the Middle East. More

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    Finance Manager – Accounting | A Leading Real Estate Development Company

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Jafza based company is looking to recruit a Finance Manager / Manager – Accounting to be based in Dubai.Candidates who can join immediately would be preferred.Key Responsibilities• Accountant mainly handling the preparation of financial statements of group of companies, Journal entries, Preparing profit and loss, Balance sheet.• Main responsibilities include ensuring that the company’s accounting system is up to date and accurate on an ongoing basis, entering financial transactions into the system, preparation of monthly reconciliation statements of all bank accounts, Maintaining all accounts-related files, etc. • Past experience with QuickBooks or Tally is mandatory. • Prepares financial summaries, reports, analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and/or ad hoc financial reports as required by the Senior Accountant/Management. • Preparing VAT returns and timely submissions of VAT statements to FTA.

    Salary:
    AED
    12,000 to 15,000
    per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    Requirements• Qualified Accountant – University graduate with 7-10 UAE years of post-qualification progressive experience, Chartered accountants or CPA’s mandatory.• Minimum 5+ years at Handling multiple Bank accounts online and manual transactions• Solid technical accounting skills, including IFRS • Working knowledge of ERP systems• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel • Fully affluent in English required.• Should have worked with companies with turnovers of more than 20 Million AED yearly.• Should have corporate exposure and had been in an environment of more than 50 employees.• Experience in all types of Online banking transactions is mandatory.About the CompanyA leading distributor in the UAE.

    A leading Real Estate Development company. More

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    Content Writer | Ignite Search & Selection

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Content Writer required for Global Financial Trading Company based in the Dubai office.The role would be based in-house reporting to the Content Manager.The position is focused on creating industry-specific articles, blogs, brochures, interview scripts, Email content & Website Content.

    The Ideal Candidate will have 2+ years of experience in a similar role and knowledge of the financial markets such as investments, Stock Market, Digital Currency, Foreign Exchange. Knowledge of SEO would be preferred.

    Ignite Search & Selection is a leading Recruitment Agency in the Middle East. Ignite’s team of specialist recruiters now works across a range of sectors including Legal, Digital/Technology, Retail/FMCG, Construction and Engineering.

    We pride ourselves on given both clients and candidates expert market knowledge in our chosen sectors. We value getting a detailed understanding of our clients and candidates expectations to find the perfect fit for all parties. More

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    Office Manager | Michael Page

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Our client is an industry titan looking to grow their investment arm function. They are seeking an Office Manager / Executive Assistant for their facility in Abu Dhabi.Client DetailsOur client delivers high-tech solutions to support multiple industries including healthcare, oil and gas, financial services, etc. They are seeking an Office Manager / Executive Assistant to the CEO and COO to join their team in Abu Dhabi.DescriptionThe responsibilities of an Office Manager / Executive Assistant include:* Serving as the primary point of contact between employees, clients and external stakeholders* Scheduling meetings, appointments, and calendars for the C Suite* Maintaining office supplies and restocking on supply inventory as required by the business* Working closely with the accounting department to ensure that lease agreements are renewed promptly and accurately* Implementing office policies and procedures and gauging them against current policies to make necessary changes* Preparing presentations and office expense reports to support business activities* Screen phone calls on behalf of the C Suite and provide correspondence to the appropriate parties* Provide office support, such as: faxing, and maintenance of the filing system and contact database* Provide EA support to the CEO and COO by executing required administrative duties* Liaising with internal and external stakeholders such as: suppliers, travel agencies, hotels to carry out the job responsibilitiesJob OfferThe successful candidate for this role will be offered a competitive monthly salary. This is an exciting opportunity for a Office Manager / Executive Assistant; to further progress their career.

    The successful candidate for this Office Manager/ Executive Assistant role: * Minimum 5+ years of experience as an Office Manager / EA to senior management or the CEO* Experience with a Bulge Bracket bank preferred* Arabic speaking candidates preferred* Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise work* Attention to detail and problem-solving skills* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

    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

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    Marketing Associate – Saudi National | Irwin & Dow

    Employment:

    Full Time

    A Saudi national based in Riyadh is required to join a professional services organisation with offices around the globe. A market leader in their field of expertise, this new position will assist in the development of the Saudi youth to become the next generation of leaders. Working with the Senior Marketing Specialist and wider recruitment team you assist in the preparation of the marketing strategy for a 5 month development programme which inspires high achieving university graduates in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The programme allows students to fully engage in interactive workshops, dynamic round table discussions and participate in sessions with world class speakers to shape their communities and become an inspirational leader for future generations. The responsibilities of this dynamic Marketing Associate position will include all the logistics and marketing for the event including direct coordination with the world-class speakers and the complete programme content. You will contribute ideas and identify the student’s self-study materials, providing insight and research into relevant topics and thought leadership agendas, develop social media campaigns and community engagement plans and maintain a keen eye on current trends and competitor engagement activities. There will also be the opportunity to identify and engage local brand ambassadors and influencers to assist with the PR and marketing of the company’s brand. On the launch day and throughout the programme of events you will attend in person alongside the marketing and recruitment team to welcome and network with all participants and obtain footage for social media content. Post event you will collate all information and evaluate its success via reporting mechanisms and present this to the team for final evaluation and further development of the programme’s alumni.

    Having yourself graduated with a relevant marketing, advertising or communications degree we are seeking only a Saudi National for this role. You should possess approximately 2 years of experience within the event, social media and marketing sector, preferably within a professional services environment. You will demonstrate excellent communication skills and be bilingual in Arabic and English as campaigns will be presented in both languages. Candidates who have exposure to marketing campaigns directly targeted at the Saudi youth community are exceptionally desirable for this dynamic and exciting new position.

    Irwin & Dow was established by two highly experienced recruitment professionals, Tracey Irwin and Jocelyn Dow. We provide a refreshing approach by working in close partnership with clients and candidates within the Business Support, Secretarial, HR & Finance sectors.

    Good staff are key to every business. We recognise and appreciate this, having over thirty years combined recruitment and executive search experience within the region.

    Our main aim is to provide a specialist service to clients preferring to work with a bespoke consultancy.

    Our values of discretion and diplomacy are paramount and our ultimate goal is to become a partner of choice for all our clients and candidates. More

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    Consulting – Business Unit Finance Operations Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceIndustry/SectorSpecialismManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryThe Business Unit Finance Associate works as an integral part of both the Finance and BU teams. The role involves daily operations & processes related to the financial aspects of our engagements and business. You will carry out financial administrative processes such as invoicing, job code creation, report creation and analysis. You will offer support for practice financials and account management in liaison with the BU’s Partners, Directors and Business Unit Coordinator. To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC 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.The Business Unit Finance Associate works as an integral part of both the Finance and BU teams. The role involves: – Daily operations and processes related to the financial aspects of our engagements and business. – Carry out financial administrative processes such as invoicing, job code creation, report creation and analysis. – The right candidate will offer support for practice financials and account management in liaison with the BU’s Partners, Directors and Business Unit Coordinator. – Candidate must be comfortable working with numerous internal support departments on projects relating to our people, marketing & knowledge management. – The successful candidate will report predominantly to the Business Unit Coordinator. – Communicate effectively and professionally, verbally and in writing, with a range of key stakeholders. – Your local Finance Manager will provide guidance regarding compliance with relevant territory policies and procedures. Whole leadership- Actively share knowledge within own team and across BUs, and promote best practises in respect of the firm’s business systems and processes. – Provide training, coaching and support to other team members as needed. Global acumen- Work closely with teams across the business to ensure best practice. Business acumen- Provide a service directly to the BU, particularly in relation to adhering to internal and external compliance tasks and reporting any exceptions as necessary Relationships- Work closely with peers and team members at all levels, sharing knowledge and providing support where needed. Technical capabilities- Understand the importance of, and processes behind, all compliance related tasks and execute accordingly, with high levels of attention to detail. – Enter own time and expenses in accordance with firm’s policy

    Essential skills & attributes:- Has the competence to perform the role effectively – Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as basic presentation skills – Affinity to work with quantitative data, good analytics – Ability to work within a fast-paced & unstructured environment. Must be able to multi-task and effectively and continually prioritise – Service-orientated attitude, proactive thinker, networker, information seeker, team player – Excellent time management, communication and organizational skills – Extensive knowledge of relevant computer software eg Microsoft Office and Google Suite – Willingness and interest to frequently interact with and reach out to Partners, Directors and the team – Ability to interact efficiently with senior members of the firm across multiple time zones Desirable skills / experience:- 1-2 years relevant experience – Background in finance, accounting or business studies fields preferred – Experience in consulting preferred – Understanding of the Firm’s marketing and business development and the Firm’s Service Offerings Education- University Degree

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Finance & Digital Accelerator | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & Summary• Provide Digital Support to Finance & wider Academy team with process automation, perform data manipulation, and create data visualisation• Preparation of Management Information & dashboards, including Engagement Profitability Analysis• Preparation of Accounts Receivable reports & Dashboards• WIP management, and ensuring timely billing of corporate engagements• Billing & cash allocation of Academy open course’s inline with Sales Force CRM• Ensuring open course sales compliance with credit control policies• Reconciliation of Academy open course CRM to iPower billing• Ensuring open course sales compliance with credit control policies• General engagement management, job code creation, final billing and closure• Liaising with Central Finance teams to ensure processing deadlines are met• Maintenance of finance records and other adhoc tasks – (preparation of reports/schedules)

    Skills & Requirements• Desirable: Professional Accounting Qualification (CPA, ACCA or equivalent)• Desirable: demonstrable experience of using digital tools to automate processes, manipulation and visualise data• High level of technical proficiency and computer literacy particularly with Excel, Word, and Power point (equivalent Google applications)• Minimum 2 years previous experience in a finance role• Excellent spoken and written English skills• Excellent business writing skills• Well-developed administrative skills in order to set up and maintain systems so as to provide efficient service• Professional yet approachable manner• Meticulous and accurate approach with high attention to detail• Ability to work effectively under pressure• Ability to work well in a team as well as independently• Flexibility in working hours (evenings, weekends as and when required)

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Experienced Associate – Learning and Development | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Assurance – MERC – Experienced Associate – Learning and Development – CairoLine of ServiceAssuranceIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismWorkdayManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Learning and Development, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to contribute to the success of our people by developing quality and relevant learning initiatives that constantly improve the PwC experience. You’ll help us identify and source the best instructors, develop learning and performance improvement solutions across traditional and virtual classroom environments, and consult with other areas of the Firm to ensure our curriculums and initiatives support the PwC strategy.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC 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 an Associate, 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:- Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.- Share and collaborate effectively with others.- Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.- Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.- Follow risk management and compliance procedures.- Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.- Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner – verbally and in the materials produce.- Build and maintain an internal and external network.- Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More