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Account Support Associate – Riyadh – Saudi NationalsAs an Account Support Associate (ASA), you’ll be a key member of our Business Support Services (BSS) team. The ASA program supports a wide range of service lines (Assurance, Advisory, Tax and Transaction Advisory Services), making this a great place to gain exposure to new skills and progress your career.The opportunityYou will work directly with high-level client-serving professionals (partners/principals, executive directors, senior managers and managers) to drive project management and engagement coordination for EY’s key account client-serving teams. You will drive efficiencies for the account teams and reduce time to provide services to clients, with a focus on maintaining the applicable professional standards.Your key responsibilities• You’ll likely balance your time between both project management and analytics. • We’ll also look to you to audit and manage budgets and expenses, along with compliance and due diligence.Skills and attributes for success• Manage stakeholder expectations, project plans and communications, and provide status updates as needed to continuously advance service delivery• Gain a strong knowledge of the service line and the engagement, EY’s structure, key personnel and EY’s policies/procedures• Act as the knowledge manager for the engagement team, managing internal databases and/or portals designed to facilitate global team communications and coordination of go-to-market strategy• Take complete ownership of engagement economics (e.g., hours/budgets/estimates to complete, fees, billings, Work in Process spreadsheets), proactively collaborating with relevant team members to resolve any issues that arise• Collaborate with the account team, business development and resource management teams to achieve team goals• Coordinate risk management processes, such as engagement letters, client continuance, independence, family tree, preapproval and other regulatory requirements

To qualify for the role you must have• Strong data analytics and Excel skills (e.g. pivot tables)• Excellent oral and written communication skills• Excellent listening, influencing, interpersonal and presentation skills• The ability to address all relevant information/data and develop practical approaches to answering problems• A creative and curious approach to tackling complex challenges, leveraging internal tools and resources to achieve favorable results• A results-oriented approach to drive improvements in engagement economics (financial systems, relationship management tools, revenue pipeline, sales cycle reports, risk assessments)• A proven ability to work independently with minimum supervision, and collaboratively with virtual teams• An ability to effectively manage concurrent projects and prioritize multiple tasks, including multi-location coordination• The capability to meet tight deadlines, performing fine-quality work and diligent follow-up• The ability to summarize and conclude activities, applying appropriate documentation standards and lessons learned• The capacity to protect confidential and proprietary informationIdeally, you’ll also have• A background in a direct client service role• A bachelor’s degreeWhat we look forWe’re most interested in people with big ideas who aren’t afraid to voice them. You’ll need a proactive approach to work and the curiosity to seek out new challenges without being pushed. If you’re ready to make a real contribution to our goal of building a better working world, this role is 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 worldEY 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

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As a Financial Accounting Advisory Senior Manager / Director you’ll be responsible for leading and managing multiple pursuits and engagements focusing on design and implementation of the shared services function with emphasis on finance process across sectors and industries.• 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 k 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.

• Saudi National• Technical, hands-on experience in design and implementation of shared services including Process Assessment, Business case development, transition planning, people & organization management, processes, location analysis, talent assessment and technology automation• Demonstrated work experience in transition & change management in the finance function, with an ability to design and implement operating model of shared services construct.• Strong understanding of multifunction, next generation shared services centre and experienced in evolving conventional SSC to Global Business Service set up• 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• Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessary• Exposure to Lean Six Sigma and Digital Technologies• Hands on understanding and experience of technology and automation tools being used in SSC including CRM, Process Automation, Case Manager, Service monitoring, ticketing, escalation management etc.

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Our Middle East office was founded in December 2005, headquartered in Dubai UAE. We deal with clients in the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and other key areas in the region. Our consultants sector-specific knowledge and unique understanding of the local market allows us to offer an exceptional level of service across all divisions.

We currently recruit for roles in the following sectors: Accounting & Finance, Architecture, Banking, Construction & Property, Engineering, Healthcare, Human Resources, Information Technology, Logistics, Legal, Office Support, Oil & Gas, Life Sciences, Supply Chain & Procurement, and Sales & Marketing.

As part of our continuing expansion, we have opened a dedicated Abu Dhabi desk to further assist with our client needs across the region. More

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Venture Search is partnered with a regional Private Equity firm who have significant AUM’s across both Private and Public investments. Their portfolio extends across international markets across multiple asset classes.This opportunity is unique, in that it will join an established business, during a time at which the finance function and team is undergoing a period of transformation. The successful candidate will be able to contribute towards shaping and developing the finance function, in particular treasury, with the opportunity to take ownership of how the function will look and operate moving forwards.

Previous regional GCC experience is essential, together with experience working for an investment manager (e.g. sovereign wealth fund, private equity, family office, family owned conglomerate).This role will suit a finance professional who has experience in driving automation, implementation of an ERP, transformation, and will proactively look for opportunities to re-engineer processes and upgrade any legacy manual processes.The successful candidate will be able to build strong relationships both internally and externally – able to contribute towards the development of junior team members, and able to forge strong relationships with banks and lenders.Applicants must hold either a CFA charter holder or relevant finance and accounting chartership (e.g. CPA / ACA / ACCA). Fluent Arabic skills would be preferential but not essential.

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