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    Senior Manager / Director, Audit Quality and Risk Management | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their on-going strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data – and they look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You will use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, handling complex audit procedures across a broad range of industries and responsibilities.Our tailored external audit services help build trust and confidence through transparency, clarity and consistency. We are 79,000+ professionals based worldwide across 150 countries. Audit services involve reporting on the fairness in all material respects with which a client’s audited financial statements are presented, in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework.The opportunityWe are recruiting for a Senior Manager / Director within the Audit Quality & Risk Management (“Q&RM”) group in KSA.This is a new role that will focus on enhancing the quality of our Audit services for our clients based in the MENA region. You will be working virtually to review quality results, oversee implementation of audit methodology processes and procedures and focus on driving service excellence. This is an ideal opportunity to gain experience within Audit Quality and be directly involved in improving quality metrics, in the MENA region.Your key responsibilitiesAs a Senior Manager / Director, you’ll be required to solve contentious or complex issues, support the MENA local partners and build relationships with MENA internal clients and peers. You will review recent Quality Review Program results for MENA based clients and identify areas for improvement. Working effectively as a virtual team member, you’ll design remedial action where necessary and support the execution of such action.As a role model for Quality & Risk Management (“Q&RM”), you’ll confirm that Audit teams understand and comply with EY’s Q&RM guidelines as well as communicate significant issues to MENA based partners and other stakeholders.You’ll be expected to contribute to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining and training audit professionals as well as understand and follow workplace policies and procedures and communicate these to all levels of staff. Actively establishing internal relationships and identifying and escalating potential business opportunities for EY Rapid Innovation will be essential, as well contributing to people initiatives, including recruiting and retaining EY Professionals. With a clear focus on anticipating and identifying risks, you’ll escalate issues as appropriate. You’ll confirm that the work you deliver is of high quality.Skills and attributes for success- Pro- activity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment.- Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills.- This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.To qualify for the role, you must have- Professional accounting qualification- Experience as a Manager or Senior Manager with an Audit firm- Detailed understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies- Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements- Knowledge of IFRS- Understanding of Q&RM procedures- Project management, leadership, coaching, counselling and supervisory skills

    Ideally, you’ll also have- Proficiency in the Arabic language- Experience in the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) regionWhat we look forWe are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand-new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.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 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

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    Tax & Legal Services – Tax Compliance Services – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceTaxSpecialismGeneral Tax ConsultingManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Tax Compliance Services practice, within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their tax obligations across unique but ever changing tax specialties. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing indirect taxes, dispute resolution, and global enterprise tax solutions.Our team helps our clients with compliance across all taxes, statutory accounting and complex tax reporting. You’ll focus on bookkeeping and monthly reporting, drafting, auditing and filing of local statutory financial statements, and transaction processing.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 a Manager, 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:- Develop new skills outside of comfort zone.- Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.- Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.- Analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.- Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.- Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm’s/client’s expectations.- Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.- Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.- Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.- Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.- 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

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    Tax & Legal Services – Tax Compliance Services – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceTaxSpecialismGeneral Tax ConsultingManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Tax Compliance Services practice, within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their tax obligations across unique but ever changing tax specialties. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing indirect taxes, dispute resolution, and global enterprise tax solutions.Our team helps our clients with compliance across all taxes, statutory accounting and complex tax reporting. You’ll focus on bookkeeping and monthly reporting, drafting, auditing and filing of local statutory financial statements, and transaction processing.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 a Senior Manager, 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:- Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinion from all, including quieter members of the team.- Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations.- Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels.- Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail.- Anticipate stakeholder needs, and develop and discuss potential solutions, even before the stakeholder realises they are required.- Contribute technical knowledge in area of specialism.- Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.- Navigate the complexities of cross-border and/or diverse teams and engagements.- Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust.- 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

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    Driver | Rethink

    Employment: Full Time

    Key Responsibilities:• Drive CEO and key personnel / appointed staff to appointments, and functions during the working day and after hours as necessary (ensuring the safety of all passengers and vehicles at all times when on duty.• Collecting mail from P.O. Box• Delivery / collection of documents to / from suppliers, clients and others• Visiting Financial organizations / banks for encashment, and deposits• Visiting third party vendors for merchandise collection and payments.• Visit government offices for processing / attestation of required documents• Facilitate repairs, and maintenance for the company vehicles.Standard duties:• Assure that all requested transactions / delivery to government entities, suppliers, vendors are executed, and any delay is reported to the receptionist or administrator for proper corrective action plan.• Assure the safety of passengers and the vehicle.• Making sure that traffic violations are avoided.• Assure all financial transactions (payments, deposits, and encashment) are completed to in accordance to the instructions provided (supporting documents-receipts, invoices, confirmation receipts, delivery reports are handed over after transactions are completed.

    • 2 years’ experience in a related field• Valid UAE driving license with good track record• Familiarity with UAE roads• Familiarity with Government offices and procedures• Ability to complete deliverables during tight time lines• Ability to transact with various entities• Excellent communication skills-must be fluent in English

    Re/think is a boutique accounting, regulatory and compliance, VAT advisory, audit, HR consultancy, recruitment and business advisory firm. We specialize in assisting SME clients with cost-effective, high quality services and solutions. We create value by investing in highly qualified and motivated people and working closely with leading industry partners to provide our clients a one stop shop for all of their business support.
    This support ranges from our core services to CFO and board level advisory for the sectors and markets we serve. Our ability to add value reaches across business size, as our offering can be adopted to start ups through to large complex firms. More

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    General Accountant | RTC-1 Employment Services

    Employment: Full Time

    Position Title: General AccountantEmployment Type: Full TimeSalary: up 6,000 AED all-inclusive depending on experience and qualificationsJob Location: Dubai, UAEAbout the Client:The hiring company is one of the leading insurance broker and consultant in the UAEJob Role:• Report to management regarding financial activity of the company• Analyze and implement possible accounting solutions for discrepancies• Prepare bills invoices and also undertake a variety of tasks relating to account reconciliation• Keep documentation of all internal transactions• Supervise all regular accounting processes such as A/P and Journal Entries plus monthly closure accounts.• Organize all company financial programs and ensure compliance to budgetary requirements

    Requirements:• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or any related accounting courses• CPA certification is an added advantage• Minimum of 3 years’ experience from Insurance companies in the UAE• Must have an experience to work on Praktora• Well versed on numerical problems and documentation skills• Excellent communication and reporting skills• Immediate joiners will be prioritized

    RTC-1 Employment Services is a licensed recruitment firm based in Dubai, UAE. Our team has been in the market since 2004 and we are supporting various industries with their staffing needs across the Middle East and Africa. More

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    IAM Specialist (SailPoint IIQ) | McGregor Boyall

    Employment: Full Time

    Key Responsibilities/ ExperienceImplement POCs when required.4+ years of development experience in SailPoint IdentityIQ Implementation, Configuration, Customization and deployment in an enterprise environmentMust have experience in Defining Rules, Access controls, Entitlements, User Policies, Certifications, Provisioning, creating workflows, rules, custom bean shell, provisioning plan, certifications, LCM, custom connectors, policies etc.Connectors like JDBC, WebService, OOTB connectors, etc.Operational experience with good understand of Change / Incident management processes.Strong experience with the following programming languages: java, Bean Shell / SQL, UNIX/LINUXExperience working in Unix/Linux platforms.Experience with Oracle, MYSQL, AD, LDAP, XML, SOAP, Tomcat
    Salary:QAR 15,000 to 18,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    IDAM / IGA / IAMSailPoint IdentityIQCompliance / Access CertificationsJAVAImplement POCs when required.4+ years of development experience in SailPoint IdentityIQ Implementation, Configuration, Customization and deployment in an enterprise environmentMust have experience in Defining Rules, Access controls, Entitlements, User Policies, Certifications, Provisioning, creating workflows, rules, custom bean shell, provisioning plan, certifications, LCM, custom connectors, policies etc.Connectors like JDBC, WebService, OOTB connectors, etc.Operational experience with good understand of Change / Incident management processes.Strong experience with the following programming languages: java, Bean Shell / SQL, UNIX/LINUXExperience working in Unix/Linux platforms.Experience with Oracle, MYSQL, AD, LDAP, XML, SOAP, Tomcat

    Established in 1987, McGregor Boyall is a global recruitment consultancy providing permanent and contract / interim professionals across a wide variety of disciplines including Technology, Risk, Finance, Compliance, Legal, Marketing and HR & Talent Management. Since our inception, we have built an unrivalled reputation for helping organisations recruit the very best talent to ensure that they realise their business and operational objectives.
    Headquartered in the city of London, and with further offices throughout the UK (Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Glasgow) as well as globally in Dubai and Singapore, we are able to offer recruitment solutions throughout the UK & Europe, Middle East and Asia Pacific regions. More

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    Drupal Developer | Saudi Networkers Services (SNS Group)

    Employment: Full Time

    Please apply directly to jobs@saudinetworkers.com• Drupal experience including module development and extensive knowledge of the Drupal core API and hook/event system is preferred• Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles• Experience with Git Subversion or other revision control system including merging branching and tagging• Experience integrating systems using internal and third-party APIs• An understanding of Object-Oriented Programming with ability to apply the technique to build maintainable software.• Ability to develop secure databases and web based applications.• Familiarity with databases and extraction translation loading (ETL).• Knowledge of server operation maintenance and extensions and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge to multiple platforms.

    • Skill in working with content management systems Web browsers image-manipulation and databases and other Web software tools.• Demonstrated skill and ability in the design of complex information systems through formal design techniques.• Experience using modeling techniques as a tool for application design and development.• Experience with web application development on the Drupal platform• Experience working with e-commerce websites• Professional experience in an Agile and DevOps context• Professional experience in an international context• Experience with PHP and related frameworks and platforms like Symfony and Drupal.• Experience building sites and applications with Drupal, including custom theme and module development

    Saudi Networkers is one of the largest consultancies providing services to ICT, Oil & Energy, Technology, Engineering, Banking, Finance and Healthcare arena across Middle East & Africa, covered by teams, specialized in their assigned industry sector.
    Saudi Networkers founded in 2001 and has excelled ever since in providing cost effective solutions to the biggest multinational companies in MEA region with very high standards of quality whilst adhering business ethics and meeting our clients expectations.
    Today, SNS Group is one of the leading consultancies, with more than 1700+ employees worldwide, ISO 9001:2008 certified and is highly regarded. More

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    IT Infrastructure Manager (Sporting / Event Management) | Charterhouse

    Employment: Full Time

    Charterhouse is working on a new and exciting opportunity for an IT Infrastructure Manager who will be the focal point for all IT Infrastructure and Operations related to the deliverables for this international event.This role holds immense responsibility whereby you will act as the key liaison within the central Infrastructure and Operations team where you will lead, drive and facilitate the planning, design, implementation, testing and operational stages of the delivery across all IT Infrastructure Services. This includes but not be limited to ensuring all aspects of the Infrastructure Services (eg: cyber security, audio and video, CATV/IPTV, Broadcast Contribution etc…) are implemented across all venues, budget deliverables and lead and design service solutions for IT end user equipment. You will be responsible for all asset management, venue visits/inspections and providing gap analysis reports and support in the IT Master Delivery Plan and in the development of the IT Readiness Program. You will also lead a team of IT Infrastructure Specialists to ensure all infrastructure projects are implemented within set guidelines and in collaboration with all internal and external local and international stakeholders ensuring a successful project delivery.

    The successful candidate must have a minimum experience of 8-10 years in Event IT Management, along with a Degree in IT, Computer Science. You should have strong IT skills and knowledge in Network, Infrastructure and Security Operations. You will also have strong knowledge of cabling standards for copper, coaxial and fiber systems and will have a Technology Certificate such as Cisco, VMWare as well as ITIL. A solid proven track record in leading complex large scale projects within the international sporting or events management industry is necessary to succeed as well as being a team player who can lead a dedicated and driven team. You will have good analytical and problem solving skills and be able to work well to tight deadlines, under pressure. Arabic would be advantageous. Experience in international sports/event management is essential.

    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