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    Capital Project Services Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Deals, Infrastructure & Government – Capital Project Services – Manager – Saudi ArabiaLine of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismCapital ProjectsManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryPwC Global Overview At PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 208,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.PwC Middle East OverviewEstablished in the region for over 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 4,000 people across 12 countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and the United Arab Emirates. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market, and beyond.Business Unit OverviewWe are looking for Managers with strong experience in the environmental / sustainability field, to deliver Capital Projects & Infrastructure (CP&I) engagements for our clients and assist in improving business performance, realize competitive advantage from operations to drive both growth and profitability. This is achieved through CP&I portfolio optimization, project finance structuring, procurement strategy, in addition to project management and governance.Responsibilities:- Delivery of Capital Projects & Infrastructure (CP&I) projects of high complexity through projects plans, economics, monitoring and evaluating risks, budgets and delivery of projects as per required standards- Support engagement teams in advising clients regarding environmental management (ie CO2 footprint, water and waste management, energy efficiency, preservation of natural resources etc…)- Support Advisory team in business development through active identification of leads, conversions of leads to expressions of interest, proposals and engagements- Support clients in their need to focus on business efficiencies and effective outcomes- Support in project governance, e.g. organizational and process aspects- Carry out risk management and analysis, e.g. risk register, root cause analysis, issue management, prudency reviews- Construction / Design project management and controls, e.g. schedule control, cost control (budget, accruals, forecasts), earned value, change management- Undertake performance metrics and project reporting,- Coach, develop and mentor direct reports- Participate in the firms activities

    Requirements:Education: – Bachelor’s degree in Engineering- Degree / certificates in sustainabilityExperience: – 6+ years experience in CP&I consulting in a professional services environment or similar role. – Experience in consulting (other big 4) under a BU similar to Capital Projects Services would also be welcome.- Experience in executing all CP&I deal execution work streams including but not limited to:- Project viability assessment including preparation of feasibility studies and business plans- Knowledge in environmental and sustainability fields – renewable energy, carbon strategies/emissions, ESG, circular economy, waste management.- Experience in environmental assessments and/or sustainability design (designing sustainable structures / infrastructure) is a plus.- Project management and governance- Demonstrate application of market and industry trends in order to develop business initiatives and relationships that help achieve business competitive advantage;- Experience working in a diverse, cross-functional team;- Experience in delivering complex technical concepts, and presenting technical findings;- Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities;- Strong strategic thinking skills.- Excellent written and oral communication skills (presentation & facilitation)- The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East and worldwide where the project dictates.

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Consulting, Transport & Logistics Director | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTransportation and LogisticsSpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelDirectorJob Description & SummaryRegionally, the Transport & Logistics sector is playing a pivotal role in both shaping and enabling ongoing national transformation programs through enhancing national infrastructure, intra and interconnectivity, service and safety levels and attraction of foreign direct investments. We work with leading public and private sector institutions on agenda setting topics. We have supported many leading institutions in their transformation journeys and are driven by delivering tangible impact. Our approach balances in depth analysis and industry best practices with local imperatives to deliver fit for purpose solutions.We have a proven track record and deep expertise to provide consulting services across all modes including Road & Traffic, Rail & Metro, Aviation & Airports, Maritime & Ports and Postal & Logistics. Our broad range of offerings can help meet your needs across Strategy Development, Operating Model Transformation, Digitisation, Operational Efficiency, Privatisation and many others.As a member of PwC’s Transport & Logistics practice you will not only have the opportunity to work closely with the best and brightest consultants across the industry. Responsibilities: – Lead and deliver consulting assignments – develop content, project plans, distribute work to team members and oversee day-to-day delivery. – Review work produced by the team to ensure highest quality levels output is aligned with the scope of work, delivered on time and within budget to the expectations of the client. – Perform hypothesis driven thinking, guide the team’s analyses and push their thinking to draw meaningful insights – Ensure credibility of analytical approaches, methodologies and conclusions. – Engage client counterpart(s) to align with them on the work plans and interim and final recommendations. – Ensure smooth handover of project deliverables and results and effectively closes on consulting assignments with the client Clients, Business Development, and Industry Leadership. – Build strong, trusted advisor relationships with your clients beyond the immediate consulting assignment and identify and contribute to follow-on work. – Proactively lead the drafting of proposals and marketing efforts and participate in proposal pitches with a focus on converting pipeline into secured mandates- Maintain an emerging network of contacts and relationships inside and outside the firm’s network. – Develop and maintain intellectual capital and publish thought leadership on relevant topics to enhance our brand.  Provide guidance and coaching to team members as needed and ensure a professional and productive team environment. – Mentor – formally or informally – other members in your team/ business unit in order to foster a high performance team environment. – Actively shape own development priorities Internal Management. – Collaborate across Business Units and Lines of Services to support the delivery of differentiated propositions to the market. – Manage internal requirements for quality, compliance, policies, procedures and systems and related.

    Requirements: – 15+ years of professional work experience out of which at least 10 are in consulting with a leading global consulting firm with the remainder in transport or related industry.  Work experience in public authority or governmental entities will also be considered.  – Deep understanding of national and public transport sector with strong understanding of the latest plans and policies across governments and regulatory authorities. – Experience in Ports operations is a plus. – Proven track record in leading and successfully delivering on cross industry consulting assignments to tier-1 clients.  – Key areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, strategy development, strategic transformations, capability led transformations, strategy implementation, corporate governance, operating models, other. – Strong acumen for problem solving and using first principle thinking to frame issues. – Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, validate, structure and analyse all types of data (such as Financial, Operational, Market). – Output focused and resilient with the ability to rally resources and maintain momentum within a fast paced and high energy team. – Able to work independently and effectively within a team. – Strong communication skills with the ability to operate in a multi-stakeholder environment. – Ability and willingness for frequent travel within the GCC and Middle East. – Education: ideally an MBA from a reputable university or equivalent with high academic achievement. – Language Skills: Fluency in written and spoken English a must, Arabic is a plus.

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Consulting Transport & Logistics – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTransportation and LogisticsSpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryAs a member of PwC’s Transport & Logistics practice you will not only have the opportunity to work closely with the best and brightest consultants across the industry, but also collaborate with deep functional experts from our People & Organisation, Technology, and Digital Services practices. In addition, you will seamlessly work with our M&A advisers, Assurance, and Tax lines of services to offer optimal, holistic solutions to your clients. Only PwC is able to bring true, end to end solutions from Strategy through to execution to our clients, and as part of the largest global consulting firms, you will have access to our capabilities in the US, Europe and Asia.Responsibilities: – Lead and deliver consulting assignments – develop content, project plans, distribute work to team members and oversee day-to-day delivery. – Review work produced by the team to ensure highest quality levels output is aligned with the scope of work, delivered on time and within budget to the expectations of the client. – Perform hypothesis driven thinking, guide the team’s analyses and push their thinking to draw meaningful insights – Ensure credibility of analytical approaches, methodologies and conclusions. – Engage client counterpart(s) to align with them on the work plans and interim and final recommendations. – Ensure smooth handover of project deliverables and results and effectively closes on consulting assignments with the client Clients, Business Development, and Industry Leadership. – Build strong, trusted advisor relationships with your clients beyond the immediate consulting assignment and identify and contribute to follow-on work. –  Proactively lead the drafting of proposals and marketing efforts and participate in proposal pitches with a focus on converting pipeline into secured mandates . – Maintain an emerging network of contacts and relationships inside and outside the firm’s network. – Stay up to date on market and industry latest trends and developments. – Develop and maintain intellectual capital and publish thought leadership on relevant topics to enhance our brand.  Provide guidance and coaching to team members as needed and ensure a professional and productive team environment. – Mentor – formally or informally – other members in your team/ business unit in order to foster a high performance team environment. – Actively shape own development priorities Internal Management. – Collaborate across Business Units and Lines of Services to support the delivery of differentiated propositions to the market. – Manage internal requirements for quality, compliance, policies, procedures and systems and related.  

    Requirements: – 8-15 years of professional work experience out of which at least 4-6 are in consulting with a leading global consulting firm with the remainder in transport or related industry.  – Work experience in public authority or governmental entities will also be considered.  – Deep understanding of national and public transport sector priorities across the GCC  with strong understanding of the latest plans and policies across governments and regulatory authorities – Experience in Ports operations is a plus. – Proven track record in leading and successfully delivering on cross industry consulting assignments to tier-1 clients..  – Key areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, strategy development, strategic transformations, capability led transformations, strategy implementation, corporate governance, operating models, other. – Strong acumen for problem solving and using first principle thinking to frame issues. – Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, validate, structure and analyse all types of data (such as Financial, Operational, Market). – Output focused and resilient with the ability to rally resources and maintain momentum within a fast paced and high energy team. – Able to work independently and effectively within a team. – Strong communication skills with the ability to operate in a multi-stakeholder environment. – Ability and willingness for frequent travel within the GCC and Middle East. – Education: ideally an MBA from a reputable university or equivalent with high academic achievement. – Language Skills: Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic is a must

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Senior Manager, Financial Accounting Advisory Services | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    In Financial Accounting & Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That is how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. The opportunity Our Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) support organizations through a diverse range of services that include accounting and reporting, finance function transformation, transaction accounting, treasury, corporate governance, fixed assets, performance improvement and other services that help organizations navigate evolving business needs, demands for greater transparency and changing regulatory requirements. We’re looking for ambitious people to help drive and support this change while learning about the intricacies of dealing with diverse clients in a challenging yet rewarding environment. Your key responsibilities – As a Senior Manager you’ll be responsible for participating and /or managing FAAS engagements, while collaborating with the partner, senior manager and client to determine a FAAS strategy that appropriately addresses risk and manages client expectations relating to deliverables. – 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 key 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. Skills and attributes for success – Proactivity, 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 – At least 7 years of experience working with a consulting firm, in an accounting advisory domain – Demonstrated work experience on IFRS conversions, Risk advisory, Internal Audit and technical accounting portfolios – CPA/CA/ACCA certification – Strong technical skills and recognized cautious risk management ability – Deep understanding of the client’s industry and marketplace – 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 Ideally, you’ll also have – Proficiency in the Arabic language – Experience in the Middle East & North Africa region What we look for We 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 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

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    Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction Manager | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The opportunity EY has an established industry leading Transaction Real Estate Advisory Practice. 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), to join our team at Manager level. Your key responsibilities As a Manager within the TREAS team, you are likely to spend your day working on strategic or operational issues, working with management on parts of the acquisition process and regularly undertake valuations for strategic priorities, with a focus on real estate and hospitality. You will be a key point of contact for the clients, and will also have a vital role in coaching and developing junior members of the team. Your mandate will be to ensure quality deliverables through the supervision of analysts and consultants and managing a portfolio of business.

    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 Real Estate (preferred), Economics, Finance, Business or Architecture and at least 6 years of related work experience. – Familiarity with RHC terminology – Experience in commercial real estate, hospitality or tourism with focus on acquisition, due diligence, real estate valuation, loan underwriting, asset management, finance, or market research. – High business acumen and strategic mind set – Flexibility to travel within the region (approximately 25% to 50%) – Advanced Excel and financial modelling expertise. Argus experience strongly desired Ideally, you’ll also have – Previous real estate experience in professional services/Big 4 or similar consulting firm – A Master’s degree in a relevant field or MBA – CFA/CAIA/RICS qualification – Fluency in Arabic language (although not mandatory) What we look for We are looking for candidates who are highly motivated, analytical, logical thinkers 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 client’s 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 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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    Head of Risk and Compliance | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyRobert Half is working with one the oldest and largest independent futures brokerage firm in Europe. Who provide a full range of services to the futures industry’s largest global network of introducing brokers and commercial, institutional and individual investors.The RoleCompliance & MLRO* Review and update the Compliance policies & procedures manual, the Compliance monitoring program and the AML policies and procedures and ensure it continues to remain aligned to the changes done in the Dubai Financial Services Authority (the DFSA) rules and regulations.* Review and update the annual Compliance Monitoring Program (the CMP) and ensure compliance reviews are performed according to the CMP. Provide regular updates to the Board of Directors as part of executing the CMP and highlight areas of concerns with suggested mitigation plans.* Develop an annual calendar of compliance as per applicable rules and regulations and identify the Companies staff responsible for submission of the requirements to the regulators/ exchanges. Ensure timely submission of the required returns with appropriate compliance reviews.* Advise the Board and Senior management on Compliance and AML issues.* Participate in introducing new products and services and assist management to obtain relevant licenses to offer the new products or services.* Assist in regulatory reviews and liaise with regulators, auditors, clients concerning compliance and AML matters.* Review and follow through on all compliance submissions by the Companies staff to the concerned regulators.* Advise management on compliance requirements for introducing new markets/products, countries (APAC or otherwise) in areas of transactions, specific regulatory filings, tax compliance, etc* Maintain a Register of Breaches and ensure the breaches form part of regular discussions at Board meetings.* Provide and/or arrange to train staff (new joiners) on compliance and AML requirements and provide/arrange for annual refresher training for existing staff.Risk Management* Review the risk management framework and ensure it is implemented.* Perform and or review the annual control self-assessments done by the departmental heads and use the same as input to update the risk register.* Complete the annual IRAP – Internal Risk Assessment Procedures and ICAAP – Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Procedures document and provide the same for Senior Management review. * Arrange to submit the same in a timely manner with the DFSA i.e., within 4 months of the end of financial year.* Discuss the key risks with Senior Management and Board members and advise them of controls that would help mitigate the risks.* Liaise with regulators whilst the IRAP and ICAAP are selected for review by the DFSA as part of SREP (Supervisory Review and Evaluation Process)

    The CandidateMinimum Experience & Skills* Understanding of the Legislative compliance requirements mandated by the regulator (DFSA regulatory requirements knowledge will be an added advantage) and general compliance requirements of stock exchanges.* Exposure to working in other international markets and a general understanding of stock market regulations and global market best practices.* Financial Services domain knowledge (stock broking and of different kinds of financial instruments particularly equity, derivatives, mutual funds, asset management and advisory)* Exposure to dealing with regulators for compliance matters* Understanding of KYC/CDD and AML laws, regulations, and internal procedures* Understanding tax requirements particularly FATCA, CRS and with-holding taxes levied on incomes in different jurisdictions* Qualification in Risk Management would be an added advantage* Min 10 years’ experience of working in Compliance and MLRO function with a financial services firm broker dealer, investment bank, investment business firm.Salary40,000 – 45,000 AED a monthRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

    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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    Finance Director, Holding Company | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyRobert Half are working with a large newly established holding company, with local and international investments. With a broad portfolio of major enterprises including energy, utilities, food, agriculture, healthcare and logistics, amongst others.The RoleResponsibilities* Develop, review, and maintain accounting related policies, procedures, and authority matrix and ensure proper application of the accounting standards and regulations* Maintain day-to-day control on accounting systems to ensure the complete and accurate processing of financial data in accordance with internal procedures* Manage vendor liability accounts to ensure payment of invoices conducted within pre agreed terms* Authorise and process invoices to pay vendors on payment due dates* Review and Filing of VAT returns and VAT reporting* Manage accounting transactions associated with HR’s personnel actions for the authorities at group level and corporate which includes payroll and benefits for entitled employees and disburse payments accordingly* Prepare and manage payroll budgets at group level and shared services* Review and approve expense claims* Approve petty cash related transactions and receipts* Managing external relationships pertaining to Payments and Systems, in particular relationships with banks of the holding company and its Authorities and also vendors for billing matters.* Managing internal relationships and its Authorities with regards to Payments and Systems shared service offering* Work with IT to ensure that Oracle financials, payroll and Hyperion systems are implemented, maintained and enhanced on a timely basis.* Work with IT to ensure that financial, payroll, Hyperion and OBIEE systems are integrated with other relevant systems and its Authorities* Ensure that processes within Finance division are automated* Manage the monthly and quarterly reconciliations from vendors and notify in cases of discrepancies* Liaise with IT and Projects team and Procurement & Contracts and HR to ensure appropriate integration with Finance modules/processes* Deliver additional tasks that may be delegated or assigned from the Finance Manager and deputised tasks as requiredManagerial* Creates an environment where team members consistently drive to improve performance* Manages team with full accountability for achieving overall agreed objectives* Manages by effectively empowering team members* Takes responsibility for mentoring high potential and most critical talent in their career progression* Reviews performance of team and addresses performance issues quickly through clear decisions Information Security related

    The CandidateWork Experience* Must speak Arabic and English* Hold significant experience in accounting, payroll and payment processing* Chartered Accountant or Certified Public Accountant or similar Accounting Qualification with significant professional experience* Knowledge of financial and payroll system implementation* Knowledge of financial planning* Knowledge of reputed financial / accounting systems* Knowledge of financial planning and budgeting* Demonstrate the ability to communicate with senior stakeholders* Demonstrate leadership skills, managing team* Demonstrate strong planning, organization and analytical skills* Demonstrate internal and external stakeholder skills* Strong written and oral skillsSalary70,000 AED a monthRobert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Pay and salary ranges are dependent upon experience, qualifications and training.

    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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    Application Developer – Java Full Stack (BlockChain) | IBM Middle East

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Introduction As an IBM Full stack Developer, you will have to make sure that the company software components are expertly designed, developed, tested, debugged, verified, and ready for integration.Your Role and Responsibilities – Design & implement complex solutions composed of multiple software packages (Full-stack) based on Solution Architecture. – Support business development teams to conceptualize and develop relevant use cases, proof-of-concepts (POC). – Work cooperatively with teams to accomplish project work in an efficient and quality manner. – Interact with clients to define/develop innovative solutions to key business problems. – Ability to understand complex solution designs and communicate technical architecture. – Collect and analyze performance matrices, and identify performance issues, bottlenecks for full-stack technologies. – Design & implement enterprise/public/private solutions that run on different Blockchain platforms (e.g. HyperLedger, Ethereum, Quorum). – Test and deploy full-stack solutions through all phases of a development life cycle. – Ensure solutions adhere to accepted customer design.

    Required Technical and Professional Expertise – 3 to 6 years of Technical and Professional Expertise- Excellent Proficiency in some of the following programming languages (such as Java, Javascript, Golang, Node JS) – Experienced with Docker and Kubernetes. – Experienced with Git and DevOps. – Experience working in an Agile environment (Scrum, continuous integration, automated testing, code reviews) – Familiar working on Blockchain technologies, Distributed Ledger, Peer-to-Peer network – Familiar with Hyperledger Frameworks – Familiar with design patterns, OOP , Microservices and MVC. – Familiar with KAFKA – Familiar with Integration Design Patterns. – Familiar with building single page application with any of Angular2+, ReactJS, Vue. – Familiarity/experience with cloud technology. – Familiarity with R3 Corda, Ethereum, Quorum

    For more than six decades, IBM Middle East & Pakistan has played a vital role in shaping the information technology landscape of the region. Today, IBM is part of the region’s technological fabric, solving real-world business and societal challenges, through its offices in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Pakistan, and also a diversity of centers across the region.

    Within the region, IBM currently has groundbreaking initiatives in cloud computing, analytics, mobile, security, as well as nanotechnology, eGovernment, healthcare and many more, collaborating with leading educational institutes and governments. IBM supports hundreds of clients to drive transformation through technology, contributes to regional research & development programs and has an active Corporate Service Corps (CSC) program.

    Reinvention is a keyword in the company’s history and, today, IBM is much more than a “hardware, software, services” company. IBM is now emerging as a cognitive solutions and cloud platform company. More