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    Director / Partner – Audit & Assurance for a Professional Services Multinational | RecruitME

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The role as a Director/ Partner in Audit & Assurance, will focus on the management and delivery of FSI client engagements. In this role, he/she will develop high- performing people and teams, leading and supporting them to make an impact that matters, and setting the direction to deliver exceptional client service. • During his/her tenure as a Director/ Partner in Audit & Assurance, he/she will demonstrate and develop his/her capabilities in the following areas: • Ability to demonstrate thoughtful execution of audit procedures in accordance with the applicable professional auditing standards and internal requirements, in order to fulfill responsibility to stakeholders, investors, capital markets, and other users of the financial statements • Tailor audit procedures based on deep understanding of the entity’s business to respond to risks, including risks due to fraud • Ability to obtain a deep understanding of an entity’s business processes and flows of transactions to identify the relevant audit risks and related controls and perform audit procedures in accordance with relevant auditing standards • Ability to conduct thorough review of working papers to ensure all necessary work has been appropriately documented and that all audit risks are effectively addressed. • Capable of conducting a final review of the audit documentation prior to archiving for compliance with the DTTL standards and relevant local professional standards in order to ensure the required quality standards are met and that the file archive is completed on time • Ability to leverage the Deloitte Audit platform and other approved innovative technology based solutions for use on audit engagements to transform the delivery of the audit engagement • Ability to leverage and apply knowledge of applicable accounting and auditing standards relevant to the entity on audit engagements in order to identify and resolve routine accounting and audit issues and inform entity management on a timely basis of any unresolved complex issues, and where relevant report to those charged with governance • Develop and execute a comprehensive audit project plan to optimize and innovate the timing and delivery of procedures throughout the audit cycle • Mentor and coaches junior staff on an engagement to ensure they are capable of delivering on assigned tasks in accordance with the Deloitte Audit Approach and understands their role as leaders to provide junior staff with development opportunities to enhance their skills and experience • Be responsible for the preparation of audit strategy and business plans, setting budgets and pricing, scheduling audits, selecting staff and assigning workloads, and financial reporting.• Recognize and communicate opportunities to sell “add-on” work to client and contribute to a positive team attitude.• Demonstrate ability to plan and manage engagements and people along with ensuring deliverables meet work plan specifications and deadlines. • Develop and motivate all audit staff and provide them with counseling and career guidance.• Research technical accounting issues and aid in the identification of business development.• Manage client accounts including billing, fee analysis, recovery and new services development. • Work with other managers to help ensure the proper deployment of the audit staff and assist with the career development of team members • Review independence risks associated with potential assurance options. • Put safeguards in place to address threats prior to acceptance and consults with the Ethics Partner where there is doubt about the acceptability of an engagement • Leverage engagement team based learning to challenge how the audit plan will optimize audit execution, including use of project management resources, optimization of interim work, use of new innovation tools and resources including Centers of Excellence/Analytics and integration• Modify the project plan to reflect changes in scope due to issues faced during the audit process with full understanding of the consequential impact on the extended engagement team • Identify areas of the audit where the most significant judgements have been made and challenges whether documentation demonstrates the application of professional skepticism, without over-relying on prior audit knowledge or management’s representations, and fairly reflects the application of the concepts applied in reaching a conclusion

    Qualifications: • To be considered for this position, he/she must demonstrate skills and experience in the following areas: • The ideal candidate will be Egyptian and currently based in the Middle East with a minimum 10+ years of regional experience in auditing, audit management, budget, business plan, business strategy for manager and minimum 8+ years of experience for Senior Manager who wants to relocate to Cairo.• Extensive knowledge of best practice reporting and International financial reporting standards. • Able to ensure that the applicable accounting and auditing standards have been consistently applied and obtains appropriate evidence to support the assessment that the financial statements have been prepared in in accordance with the applicable financial reporting framework • Ability to develop one’s own knowledge and the knowledge of others as it relates to Deloitte’s tools and audit methodology and the applicable professional accounting and auditing standards through both formal learning and on-the-job training • Ability to thoroughly review audit documentation for completeness, accuracy and • adequacy while ensuring timely archiving of work papers • Experience in the financial services is a must. • Strong communication, leadership and project management skills. • Well-developed organization and time management skills, ability to take initiatives, meeting tight deadlines, and ability to prioritize between conflicting demand. • Fluent in English and Arabic (reading, speaking, and writing).

    RecruitME are a specialized recruitment consultancy supplying top tier business support staff to Dubais leading multinational organizations. We carefully source, screen and select only the very best candidates to assist our clients in making easier recruitment decisions faster.

    Differentiating ourselves from standard recruitment agencies our consultants have been carefully chosen for their backgrounds in business support for leading multinational organizations. Having been both the client and the candidate previously, we have an insiders understanding of the recruitment process and our clients needs.

    What we do:

    Specializing in business support positions we can assist in introducing a small selection of experienced administration, finance and human resource candidates with the relevant experience to benefit your business. Our careful screening process ensures that we have met with and can give a concise overview of each candidates skills and current situation before you meet them.

    We pride ourselves on sending our clients only the very best available candidates in the market to ensure a simplified, hassle free and timely recruitment experience for all involved. More

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    React Native Developer | A Leading IT and Management Consultancy in Saudi Arabia

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We are looking for a React Native developer interested in building performant mobile apps on both the iOS and Android platforms. You will be responsible for architecting and building and supporting current applications, as well as coordinating with the teams responsible for other layers of the product infrastructure. Building a product is a highly collaborative effort, and as such, a strong team player with a commitment to perfection is required.Responsibilities- Build pixel-perfect, buttery smooth UIs across both mobile platforms.- Leverage native APIs for deep integrations with both platforms.- Diagnose and fix bugs and performance bottlenecks for performance that feels native.- Reach out to the open source community to encourage and help implement mission-critical software fixes—React Native moves fast and often breaks things.- Maintain code and write automated tests to ensure the product is of the highest quality.- Transition existing React web apps to React Native.

    Skills- Firm grasp of the JavaScript {{and TypeScript or ClojureScript}} language and its nuances, including ES6+ syntax- Knowledge of {{functional or object-oriented}} programming- Ability to write well-documented, clean Javascript code- Rock solid at working with third-party dependencies and debugging dependency conflicts- Familiarity with native build tools, like XCode, Gradle {{Android Studio, IntelliJ}}- Understanding of REST APIs, the document request model, and offline storage- Experience with automated testing suites, like {{Jest or Mocha}}- Arabic Skills would be an advantage – but not a must

    A leading IT and Management Consultancy in Saudi Arabia. More

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    Service Desk Agent | Silah

    Employment:

    Full Time

    • Help desk agents act as the first point of contact between customers who need technical support and the IT department. • They resolve simple problems and escalate unsolved problems to the specialized IT support team.

    • Experience from two to 8 years• Good in English • Saudi National• The job is for men and women• Preferred candidates from Riyadh city• Ready to start working immediately

    Silah offers a robust suite of distributed workforce solutions and outsourced capabilities, including Telework Management Services, Time Tracking & Productivity Management Software, SaaS-based talent management platforms, e-Learning Solutions and a wide range of HR consulting & services.

    Our Talent Management Services and platforms enable talent acquisition, development and measurement in a totally virtual environment. And, because of our ability to recruit without boundaries and train 100% virtually through our SaaS-based e-Learning platform, Silah increases operational efficiencies and improves speed to competency.

    Founded in 2013, Silah has become one of the most trusted and leading Telework Service Provider in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Silah helps companies to be able to manage remote workers just as if they were in the same office, maintaining a high level of productivity when working remotely, Dramatically reduce cost and improve the time spent on productive activities. More

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    Investment Accounting Specialist, Global Investment Fund | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyOur client, a global investment fund who are based in DIFC, are looking to hire an Investment Accountant to join their high-performing finance team.The RoleOver the past 10 years the fund has gone from strength to strength, continually growing their portfolio of long-term strategic investments. As the Investment Accountant, you will assist in the formulation of financial accounting policies and procedures across the fund. On a daily basis you will be working alongside an extremely experienced team along with some very senior stakeholders, allowing you plenty of exposure. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Accountant with experience in the Investment space and is interested in working in Dubai, to become an integral member of the team.Responsibilities* Contribute to the preparation and approval of the capital budgets* Contribute to the preparation of the financial statements and help maintain the monthly accounts* Participate in the implementation of a new accounting system* Assist in the preparation and review of the month-end and year-end closing schedules* Coordinate with the internal audit team, ensuring the proper maintenance of all financial records* Participate in the drafting of policies, procedures and controls across all accounting areas* Ensure timely and accurate provision of financial data to the various departments with the fund

    The Candidate* Experience working in the DIFC* ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified is an essential* IFRS 9 experience would be advantageous* Experience in general ledger management and preparation of financial statements* Competent user of Microsoft Excel and other applied systemsSalary and Benefits* AED 20,000 DOE

    Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the world’s first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide. More

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    Database Engineer | Oracle

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Senior Database Architect, Skilled in Database migrations and upgrade.

    Golden Gate, RMAN, Exa-Data Gen1 & 2, and Performance Tuning.

    Oracle offers an integrated array of applications, databases, servers, storage, and cloud technologies to empower modern business. For most companies, flexibility is critical. Oracle provides a wide choice of software, systems, and cloud deployment models – including public, on-premises, and hybrid clouds – to ensure that technology flexes to the unique needs of a business.

    Oracle Cloud is a complete, integrated stack of platform, infrastructure, and application services. With advanced scalability and security, Oracle Cloud enables technical agility across the enterprise, connects people to information for clearer insights, and fosters efficiency through simplified workflows.

    More than 420,000 customers across 145 countries have harnessed Oracle technology to accelerate their digital transformation. More

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    Senior Accountant | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Charterhouse are currently working with an international sub-contracting and project management company, whom are looking to hire a Senior Accountant to join their regionalised finance team, overseeing the Accounting Department and reporting in to a Group Chief Accountant. This role will take ownership of all aspect of the financial accounting and reporting procedures including the consolidation of financial statements under IFRS. In conjunction, the Senior Accountant shall also take responsibility for the completion of all statutory audit requirements; to ensure both internal compliance and external regulatory policies are adhered to. On top of these accounting-based functions, this role will also require areas of financial analysis to support any variance analysis, cost controls and planning-related processes. The Senior Accountant shall also play a pivotal role across working capital whilst also proactively monitoring cash flow management and collections.

    Our client is looking to hire a professionally qualified or part-qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA) whom can demonstrate up to 5 years of experience within an accounting and/or financial controlling environment. The successful candidate will be well-versed within the areas of ERP systems along with demonstrating a detailed insight across IFRS, to ensure strong governance and strong controls, across the regional operation and consolidation process. The client will look for a candidate whom is familiar with the contracting and/or sub-contracting industry coupled with exposure to project-based accounting. The search criterion shall also extend to the need for excellent and clear reporting-based skills and an ability to present findings and results at both corporate and group-level.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

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    Technical Specialist, Solution Designer | Ooredoo Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The Company: Ooredoo is an organisation on the move. Thanks to our dedicated employees, we continue to move closer towards our vision to be among the top 20 telecommunications companies in the world by 2020.We are a dynamic global telecommunications player operating in 17 countries across the Middle East, North Africa (MENA) and Asia. We cover a population of more than half a billion people and serve more than 68 million customers.In Kuwait, we employ approximately 1,000 talented people, all of whom are driving Ooredoo to be the number one choice for world-class communications services in Kuwait. In the face of intensifying competition, increasingly sophisticated technology and rising customer expectations, nothing is more important to our success than our team – and it’s a team that you can be part of.Ooredoo’s future is bright, and you can be part of our ongoing success.The Role: To be part of technical account management team under ICT&TAM Unit, speak the technical language and design the solutions based on customer requirements, look after new ICT technologies to cover ICT market demand, support all TAMs and KAMs in B2B to work on the ICT opportunities and to close the leads. Work internally with FT presales and ICT B2B Marketing team on technical proposals, support on generation new opportunities from existing customer base and new customers from Kuwait Market related to present ooredoo ICT portfolio. Key Accountabilities & Activities: – Supporting the TAMS & KAMs across all the depts. during the client interaction or any kind of meetings – Understanding the Client technical requirements. – Design the initial solution and work with presales team on final design and BOQ – Assisting the TAMs & KAMs across ooredoo , FT , Phono on the technical details related to the ICT services and to explore other business opportunities related to new technologies – Coordinate with the TAMs for presenting ooredoo ICT portfolio – The Job requirement will require to visit customer time to time for better understanding & supporting on premises – Understand competition situation in the market and updates to internal team. – Work Internally with Technology team and B2B ICT marketing team on developments of network and solution- Increase the ICT business growth by generation the technical solutions, design and proposals, and creating new business opportunities from the market. – Evaluate customers requirements, focus on developing and provide solutions can generate more revenue inside B2B – Follow up with all TAM, KAMs and their clients technically for the submitted proposals, review the feedback and if any changes to be applied – Work internally with Presales , Data Center and ICT Marketing Team to insure the full understanding of Clients technical needs and internally coordinate and support TAM Generate the solutions and proposals – Work closely with Government/ Tendering Team and Coordinate internally with Presales teams to handle the design and solution related to Data Center- Managed Hosting and Security services, handle any new ICT requirements released tenders for Government or Public Authority. – Work with Project management team to insure the – smooth implementation for the new ICT project – Provide the Management with Market feedback related to ICT Services across completions and how customers behavior, to be upraised with Market changes & requirements, always update and continually improve our Approach for ICT business, also to be part of product development process. – Contribute to the Sales Division communication plan through attendance of regular team meetings, the preparation of a weekly status report and attendance at team events. – Proactively take responsibility for self-improvement by staying well informed of developments, knowledge and innovations in relevant field of expertise. – Share knowledge and expertise with peers and direct team. – To be part of organizing ICT inhouse trainings and Company Events. – Other duties as directed by supervisor or other superiors.

    Requirements: – Experience in ICT Presales or business development role. – Experience in a ICT/ISP field.- Strong Technical ICT expertise and interpersonal skills.- Good knowledge and good social network inside Kuwait ICT Market. – Excellent presentation, Technical Solution Architect Design Skills & communication skills. – Fluent verbal/written communication in both Arabic and English. – Ability to operate in a diverse multicultural, multinational work environment, exhibiting appropriate sensitivities.- Microsoft Office- Preferred CCNP/CCDPQualification: – Bachelor degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information technology or a related discipline from a recognized tertiary institution experience in the ICT industry in Kuwait. Note: you will be required to attach the following: – Resume / cv

    We are a leading international communications company delivering mobile, fixed, broadband internet, and corporate managed services tailored to the needs of consumers and businesses across markets in the Middle East, North Africa and Southeast Asia. As a community-focused company, we are guided by our vision of enriching peoples lives and our belief that we can stimulate human growth by leveraging communications to help people achieve their full potential.

    Formerly known as Qtel Group, we have a customer base of 92.9 million and reported revenues of USD 9.3 billion in 2012. More

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    Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction Analyst (UAE National) | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Strategy & Transactions – Real Estate, Hospitality and Construction (RHC) Analyst Competitive business today is all about making intelligent, informed decisions. Our Transaction Real Estate professionals help clients make strategic real estate decisions with objective advice. As an Analyst, you will be an important part of our diversely talented, highly experienced team and work at the forefront of high-profile transactions. The opportunity We are looking for an aspirational Real Estate investment professional with corporate finance or strategy background and a focus on Real Estate, Hospitality and Construction (RHC). Your key responsibilities As an Analyst within the RHC team, you are likely to spend your day working on the key operational issues that our clients face, working with management on parts of the acquisition process and regularly undertake valuations and development advisory engagements to help our clients make better decisions. Skills and attributes for success We support clients with their evolving business strategy throughout the real estate lifecycle with the following services: – Valuation – including purchase price allocation of real property or portfolios for purposes of financial or tax reporting – Transaction due diligence (buy-side and sell-side/carve-out) – including lender diligence, real estate M&A diligence, real estate asset diligence, transaction closing proration – Operational diligence and performance reviews for hotels, malls and leisure/entertainment assets – Development and Strategic Advisory – feasibility studies, highest-and-best use analysis, concept ideation/development, destination strategy, tourism product development (leisure and entertainment), growth/expansion/entry strategies – Capital markets – including capital strategy for property and real estate entities, raising equity capital or debt

    To qualify for the role you must have – As a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in in real estate (preferred), economics, finance, business or engineering and at least 1 year of related work experience – Familiarity with RHC terminology and good research skills – Good business English writing skills – Willingness to travel in the region (approximately 25%) – Excel and financial modelling skills. Argus experience strongly desired Ideally, you’ll also have – Middle East experience is beneficial – Good business acumen and strategic mind set – Arabic fluency is a plus What we look for We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated and keen to learn and grow within EY. You will be an analytical and logical thinker with a passion for real estate and have a very strong attention to detail. Being a strong team player is critical with the ability to adapt to changing requirements or deadlines in support of our clients goals. 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