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Employment: Full Time

Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismCapital ProjectsManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryBackground:The PwC Middle East Infrastructure Finance team is a part of our global Infrastructure and Project Finance network of over 600 professionals. Our team is integrated across the Middle East and comprises of bankers, accountants, engineers, economists, ex-developers all with a strong track record in the infrastructure and PPP space.A career with our team means adding value to our clients through advice and support across all facets of the deal lifecycle from conception to deal closure. You can expect to work on projects across a number of sectors such as power and utilities, renewables, social infrastructure and transportation. The work could include advising clients with strategy and concept development, feasibility studies, business plans, due diligence of potential investments/partnerships/acquisitions, bid development advisory, procurement strategies, commercial structuring and financing arrangement.As a Manager within our team, you will gain experience working across a range of sectors and different products, be responsible for coaching and developing more junior team members and have the opportunity to support the team business development activities.You will have responsibility for managing client relationships on a day-to-day basis and access to a network of support to further your development. The position will be based in Riyadh, KSA covering the region’s largest infrastructure and PPP market.Responsibilities:- Working closely with a team of junior resources on content creation across various types of deliverables with senior oversight by Director such as Information.- Memorandums, Financial Models, project risk matrixes, term sheets, feasibility and concept reports, options analysis, payment structures and senior management presentations.- Undertaking negotiations with clients on engagement related matters and on behalf of clients on engagements.- Involvement in business development initiatives, including support to the Director and Partner in identification of new opportunities, producing content for proposals and undertaking research into clients, projects, products and industries.- Developing and maintaining internal and external networks with various stakeholders such as procurers, regulators and client senior management.- Coaching junior members of the team on day to day execution activities and more broadly in career progression within the firm.- Managing internal deal management requirements such as responsibility for all risk and compliance checks on clients and securing all internal approvals.- Support to the Partners / Directors in franchise development and marketing efforts in social media, thought leadership and sponsored conferences.

Job Requirements:- An entrepreneurial and commercial minded approach towards execution.- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic (preferred but not essential).- Strong MS Office capabilities across PowerPoint, Word and Excel.- Exposure to team-based work in a high-intensity environment; ability to work independently.- Desire to succeed in a demanding, creative, and entrepreneurial environment and to continuously learn and develop business skills.- Knowledge, interest and experience of the infrastructure and government marketplace.- Intellectual curiosity with an appetite to learn new skills and markets.- Ability to grasp complex commercial issues quickly.- Excellent client-facing communication skills and history of significant client exposure.- High ambition coupled with the ability to deliver and to work effectively in teams.- Ability to manage and develop junior resources- Enthusiasm for participating in marketing and business development.- Experience of financial modelling (either developing or reviewing).Educational and Experience Requirements:- MBA (Finance) from a reputable business school (preferred) or a graduate from a reputable university with a majors in Finance, Accounting, Banking, Economics or Engineering.- CFA charterholder (preferred but not essential).- At least 5 years’ relevant experience with a Big 4 financial advisory, boutique advisory or a financial institution such as an investment or commercial bank, private equity fund.

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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

Employment: Full Time

Our globally coordinated tax professionals offer connected services across all tax disciplines to help our clients thrive in an era of rapid change. We combine our exceptional knowledge and experience with the people and technology platforms that make us an ideal partner for all their tax-related needs. In Tax, we equip clients to make better business decisions by bringing insights to the forefront. We help companies understand the tax policies and tax laws of governments around the world to plan and comply accordingly.Our teams leverage transformative technologies to deliver strategy and execution, from tax and regulatory obligations to operations and workforce management, to reduce risk and drive sustainable value. Tax has six sub-service lines which cover a wide range of issues: Business Tax Services, Global Compliance and Reporting, Global Law, Indirect Tax, International Tax and Transaction Services and People Advisory Services.The opportunityJoining our Indirect Tax team, you’ll be a part of a globally integrated team helping leading organizations to move goods and services around the world more effectively. You’ll combine your technical skills and practical experience across industries and geographies to provide tailored advice to clients. This will include identifying risk areas and sustainable planning opportunities for indirect taxes throughout the tax life cycle. You’ll advise clients on VAT treatment of new and complex transactions and help resolve classification or other disputes and issues with the authorities. Your proactive, pragmatic and integrated strategies will help our clients achieve their potential in today’s global environment.Your key responsibilitiesClient responsibilities- You are expected to work effectively as a member of a worldwide network of professional advisors, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress.- You must also collaborate with a team of VAT professionals to combine diverse cross-border transaction experience with local tax knowledge across a broad spectrum of industries.- Participating and assisting in preparing for meetings with management teams will be part of your role.- You will be assisting in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties.- You will also develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel and build strong internal relationships within the VAT practice, Indirect Tax and across other service lines.Technical responsibilities- You must build a deep understanding of the Customs Law and its practical application across the countries.- You are expected to understand and apply the regional Free Trade Agreements and key customs concepts such as valuation, classification and origin.- You will be identifying and discussing VAT considerations for clients to be aware of in their outbound investments.- Engaging with colleagues in overseas offices to deliver VAT advice in respect of global jurisdictions will be part of your responsibilities.- You will also prepare for the potential introduction of VAT in the different countries and to discuss with clients how this may impact them as well as work with internal teams to provide indirect tax expertise for audit and transaction projects.

Skills and attributes for success- You must be able to build strong client relationships & excellently communicate in a range of situations in both written and oral English.- You should also be able to identify areas of risk, carry out an effective review and know when to refer upwards.- You are expected to be a client focused and commercially aware team player with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels.- You must also possess project management skills, plan and prioritise work, meet deadlines, monitor own budget. You should also be able to solve problems creatively and pragmatically.To qualify for the role you must have- A degree in economics, finance, tax or accounting- A relevant Masters degree, CPA or ACA/CA/CPA/CMA/SOCPA/Law qualification/CTA or equivalent tax qualification- At least 4 years of relevant experience as Indirect Tax professional- Experience working for a Big 4 accounting firm is preferred. However, we will consider candidates with from law firms or with relevant industry experience- Customs duty advisory experience is preferable, but we will also consider candidates with VAT/GST advisory experienceIdeally, you’ll also have- Experience working in multicultural teams- Good verbal/written communication skills- Strong organizational, project management and analytical skills.- Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others- Coordination and prioritization skills- Independent in managing own workload, ability to work under pressure and to keep things moving and to juggle multiple tasks- Excellent team playerWhat we look forHighly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.What we offerWe 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.

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

Employment: Full Time

SAP FICO Delivery Lead (Senior Manager/Director), Technology Consulting, Rapid Innovation, KarachiFrom small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our tailored services help build trust and confidence through transparency, clarity and consistency for our clients across the MENA region. Our MENA clients look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You will use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, by supporting our MENA based EY Member Firms to serve clients in the MENA region across a broad range of industries and responsibilities.Whole industries have been disrupted and transformed in recent years by technology. As a technology consulting professional, you’ll help businesses realize the value they can gain from their technology investments — supporting strategy and being a key growth driver. As part of a high-performing team, you’ll deliver exceptional client service — providing advice on how technology enablement, digital transformation and enterprise intelligence contribute to performance improvement, as well as how technology can act as multiplying effect during major program transformations.As organizations look to leverage the advantage technology offers, we’ll work with you to develop the consultancy and analytical skills that you’ll need in today’s environment. Working on projects that cross borders and sectors, the experiences you gain here will be more valuable than anywhere else. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.EY Rapid InnovationAs a Multinational Member Firm in the EY network, Rapid Innovation, based in Karachi, exclusively provides its services to MENA based EY Member Firms to support technology consulting and other engagements across the MENA region, excluding Pakistan. The work is executed remotely by working virtually with our MENA onshore teams and sometime may require travel to MENA EY offices.The opportunity:EY Rapid Innovation is looking for a SAP FICO Delivery Lead (Senior Manager/Director level) to join our rapidly expanding Technology Consulting team in Karachi, Pakistan.Key Responsibilities:• Facilitate the implementation of SAP Solutions to enhance the client’s business functionality and overall performance, maintain a high degree of customer satisfaction.• Lead the business analysis process and provide product and implementation expertise to clients in how best to implement and use the system, identify scope gaps, advise on workaround solutions when applicable.• Lead Functional Stream for finance including cash management & treasury. Implement end to end solutions• Ensures the customer’s application and system requirements are identified, analyzed and documented.• Optimize Finance Business Processes and help customers to adopt Best Practices.• Support in detailed project planning activities.• Communicate on project progress to customer and engagement manager.• Manage customer challenges and escalations in a proactive and structured manner.

Technical Skills Requirements:• Broad application skills• Extensive knowledge in more than one of the following areas: Financial accounting and closing operations, cost management, profitability analysis, New General Ledger, SAP S/4HANA Finance, Cash management, bank management and Treasury• Strong knowledge in ASAP /Activate / EY Hybrid implementation methodologies• Capability of presenting the value proposition in the module / area,• Very good problem-solving abilities• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong communication and presentation skillsAdditional Requirements:• Approximately 10+ years of total experience and SAP Implementation experience in minimum 4-6 projects• A minimum 6-8 years’ experience in Successfully implementing SAP ECC Solutions as a lead consultant covering technical assessments, solution design, testing and deployment.• At least 2-3 years’ experience in implementing S/4 HANA and/or migration to S/4HANA• Experience in SAP Central finance will be good to have• Strong knowledge in business processes and practices• Good Industry knowledge• Demonstrated track record managing teams and complex engagements in the consulting arena• Show initiative and creativity in developing innovative work-around solutions or new processes.Ideally, you’ll also have:• Practice building capabilities, must have demonstrated standing up a practice and building a resource pool• Good BD experience in developing and delivering proposals• Area of strength in FICO or Source to Pay with clear understanding of the SAP ecosystemWhat we offerWe 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.
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