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    IFS – Finance – Country Finance Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    IFS – Finance – Country Finance Associate 3 Months Fixed Term – EgyptLine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – FinanceManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Finance, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to help PwC in all aspects of our Finance internal function including financial planning and reporting, data analysis, and assisting leadership with overall strategy. You’ll focus on recording and analysing financial transactions, paying and receiving invoices, maintaining financial statement ledger accounts, and preparing analysis and reconciliations of bills to detect fraud.Financial- The Job Holder will be responsible for executing the E-Filing project, where he shall scan and file the supporting documents of the accounting transactions to be reviewed by the regional tax team in Lebanon.- Prepare standardised reports or summaries, and other documentation required for the function.- Assist the Finance team members as needed.Learning & Growth- Adhere to policies and procedures- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    Knowledge, skills, and abilitiesEducation- College level education.Language- Good command of English.Overall Experience- Fresh graduate.Technical Skills- Good level of accuracy to a high level of detailSoft Skills- Good organisation and office management skills.- Organization, thoroughness, eye for detail, time management skills and proactivity needed- Capability to work well in a team- Strong work ethic- Ethical 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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    Finance Consultant | A Leading Technology Management Consultancy in the UAE

    Employment: Full Time

    Objective:• To lead the acquisition of new projects including lead generation, proposal development, and sales pitches• To help grow Detecon’s external business while working in a challenging environmentResponsibilities:• You will work on various client projects across MEA (Middle East and Africa) and Turkey• You will consult our clients from different industries on their business challenges and technological developments

    Educational Background:• Master’s Degree in Finance, Engineering or Information Technology (preferred)Skills:• Leadership mindset with eagerness to grow the business and go the extra mile• Strong presentation and development skill set• Clear and concise communicators both verbally and in writing• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate the team• Strategic knowledge combined with the ability to dive deep if required• Logical approach to problem solving, testing hypotheses and drawing relevant conclusions• Expert in business case creation and financial analysis, including KPIs such as NPV, IRR, ROI, Payback periods, etc.• Strong analytical skills on assessing financial returns, Capex & Opex impact on cash forecasts & trackingRequired Experiences:• Previous consulting or telecom industry experience• Experience in the development of Capex/ Opex budgets and analysis of budget requests• Technology background with strong exposure in Finance

    A leading technology management consultancy in the UAE. More

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    Senior Consultant – Manager, IT Audit | Ernst & Young

    The Role
    Senior Consultant – Manager, IT Audit, Rapid Innovation, Karachi From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients across the MENA region count on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their on-going strategies. More than ever, business is about interp… More

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    Lead, Strategic Partnerships | Standard Chartered Bank – UAE

    Employment: Full Time

    Working closely with the Regional Head of Sustainable Finance, the Strategic Partnerships Lead is a business development professional who will help identify and drive partnerships and alliances with other platform and ecosystem companies that creates value for the Bank, tasked with driving growth and profitability in the Sustainable Finance business line. The Strategic Partnerships Lead will work closely with CCIB, Climate Risk, Digital, Technology, Marketing and other key internal & external stakeholders to develop and execute strategies to create deep and lasting win-win strategic partnerships.Our Sustainable Finance team serves as a centre of expertise on a broad set of ESG topics, providing thought leadership, strategic advice and transaction support to bring the Bank’s coverage and product expertise to advance sustainability solutions for our clients. The group sits within the Global Banking division of the Corporate and Institutional Bank and works with sales and coverage teams to identify and deliver on ESG-related advisory and product opportunities.The Role described below is for an experienced and self-driven individual who will be the first point of contact for several of our key partners.Strategy* Identify and drive key partner relationships that create value for the Bank* Works closely with business units and product leaders to develop and understanding of the competitive landscape and identify prospective partners who can address customer needs and accelerate growth* Builds new shared success partnership models to accelerate the Bank’s key sustainable finance initiativesBusiness* Maintain direct and active relationships with partners, including proactively resolving both business and technical issues* Identify, assess and support partnership opportunities contributing to Sustainable Finance business strategy – identification of business models, innovation opportunities, strategic alignment and go to market plans.* Oversee programs and projects with strategic partners addressing partner needs, manage overall expectations, handle partner inquiries, and resolve partner issues.* Establish performance scorecards metrics required to evaluate and manage performance of the partnership* Lead business development activities for strategic partners – identify new business opportunities* Act as the focal point to disseminate information between the Bank and partners so there is shared knowledge, capabilities and roadmaps* Serves as liaison between Sustainable Finance team and partner representatives* Stay abreast and anticipate the developments of the Industries in which our clients operate.Processes* Manage cross-functional logistics of individual partnership projects, including the identifying and scoping opportunities, structuring and laying out agreements, negotiating and closing partnerships and coordinating implementation.* Strategize with cross-functional teams on the design, execution, and measurement of partnership programs, campaigns, and events to drive partner-influenced opportunities.Risk Management* Take the initiative regarding regulatory, reputational and ethical matters, taking the initiative for providing proactive advice to clients as identified.* Coach and manage the team in these matters and ensure they are adequately trained in and cognisant of regulatory, reputational and ethical risks.* Ensure that key regulatory risks and concerns are raised into the governance framework throughout the Corporate teamsGovernance* Responsible for assessing the effectiveness of the Group’s arrangements to deliver effective governance, oversight and controls in the business and, if necessary, oversee changes in these areas* Awareness and understanding of the regulatory framework, in which the Group operates, and the regulatory requirements and expectations relevant to the role.* Responsible for delivering ‘effective governance’; capability to challenge fellow executives effectively; and willingness to work with any local regulators in an open and cooperative manner.* Able to develop and manage the relevant governance for any client partnerships

    The ideal candidate is a business development professional would likely have a mixture of Technology, Product and Commercial Banking experience with a demonstrable background of:* Experience of enabling business deliverables with sales, data, technology and other business areas to create a market leading customer proposition* Working experience and knowledge of partner ecosystem, competencies, offerings including selling, pricing and incentives in the ESG space.* 5+ years combined experience in channel, business development, or consulting services.* Proven track record of establishing and leveraging high-level relationships and presenting creative solutions to generate growth, existing contact networks with business partnerships* Understanding of sustainable finance markets and fintech environments* Solutions focused with proven business judgement and high ethical and professional standards* Promotes good teamwork and guides others with vast experience and knowledge of the market

    Standard Chartered Bank started in 1958 in UAE with its first branch in Sharjah. The Group’s business gradually increased in Dubai with the opening of several branches and today, Dubai is the administrative hub of the Middle East and South Asia Region. In its 43rd year, the Bank enjoys the position of having the most extensive branch network among foreign international banks in UAE with 10 branches emirate-wide.
    Standard Chartered is an international bank, focused on the established and emerging markets of Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America with an extensive global network of more than 600 offices in over 50 countries. The three principal business groups are Global Markets, Personal Banking and Corporate and Institutional Banking.
    In UAE, we are one of the leading banks, offering an extensive range of products and services for personal customers, local companies, multinational corporate and financial institutions. More

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    Finance – General Ledger Support, Senior Associate | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    The opportunityAs we roll out the Next Wave Strategy across EY and with our MENA Service Lines starting a new journey with a bold purpose of building a better working world by transforming business through the power of people, technology and innovation, the role of a GL becomes even more critical to ensure that firm liabilities are correctly stated at any given point & balance sheet reflects the correct position of vendors.As we expand our MENA service lines, we have identified the need to have additional support in the GL function.Your key responsibilities:• EY is using the Mercury program. All finance modules are on SAP so the individual should aware of ERP/ SAP usage.• Individual should understand offshore working.• Work shall be managed from the Karachi location for Middle East (ME) offices.• This will require effective relationships with the wider finance community in various ME offices.• Capable of managing the GL functions independently and can participate and lead various improvement activities over the course of time.• Develop a clear understanding of and adherence to all finance policies and processes.• Be a go to person for any GL related issues in the particular location.• To ensure periodical vendor reconciliations and balance confirmations are available.Skills and attributes for success:• Ability to solve problems and provide credible solutions• Confident to challenge where appropriate• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail• Good time management skills and able to balance multiple priorities by considering risk, importance and level of urgency• Eagerness to learn quickly, be proactive and share knowledge• Well-developed listening skills combined with the capability to apply judgment and seek guidance when escalation to a functional expert is appropriate

    To qualify for the role, you must have:• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with a strong work ethic• 4+ years of relevant experience ideally in a professional services firm• Able to interact well with people at all levels within the firm and build strong relationships• Strong knowledge of MS Office Packages. Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word in particular.• Excellent communications and organizational skills.• Detail oriented and eager to analyze and solve complex cases.• Have a finance related degree, studying for an accountancy qualification or experience working for a professional service or consultancy environment.• Be innovative, confident and creative thinker with ability to make quick decisions.Ideally, you will also have:• A business/commercial degree or post graduate.• Experience in budgeting and account forecasting.• People management and development experience.• Great knowledge of market activities.• Good business-related experience background.What we look for:We are looking for people who can combine, great listening skills, collaboration, influencing and commercial acumen. Being able thrive in an ever changing, diverse, multi-cultural environment where we expect exceptional quality and show passion for your work will set you up for success.What working for EY offers:We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. We also offer:• Exposure to some of the greatest colleagues and clients in the industry• Support, feedback and coaching in a culture that values operational excellence• Career potential to grow both within the MENA region and globally• A culture that will encourage you to grow your skills and strengths for your own betterment as well as that or EYAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Build your legacy with us.Apply now

    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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    Finance – Accounts Recievable Senior Associate | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    The opportunityAs we roll out the Next Wave Strategy across EY and with our MENA Service Lines starting a new journey with a bold purpose of building a better working world by transforming business through the power of people, technology and innovation, the role of a AR becomes even more critical to ensure that firm liabilities are correctly stated at any given point & balance sheet reflects the correct position of vendors.As we expand our MENA service lines, we have identified the need to have additional support in the AR function.Your key responsibilities:• EY is using the Mercury program. All finance modules are on SAP so the individual should aware of ERP/ SAP usage.• Individual should understand offshore working.• Work shall be managed from the Karachi location for Middle East (ME) offices. This will require effective relationships with the wider finance community in various ME offices.• Capable of managing the AR functions independently and can participate and lead various improvement activities over the course of time.• Develop a clear understanding of and adherence to all finance policies and processes.• Be a go to person for any AR related issues in the particular location.• To ensure periodical vendor reconciliations and balance confirmations are available.Skills and attributes for success:• Ability to solve problems and provide credible solutions• Confident to challenge where appropriate• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail• Good time management skills and able to balance multiple priorities by considering risk, importance and level of urgency• Eagerness to learn quickly, be proactive and share knowledge• Well-developed listening skills combined with the capability to apply judgment and seek guidance when escalation to a functional expert is appropriate

    To qualify for the role, you must have:• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with a strong work ethic• 4+ years of relevant experience ideally in a professional services firm• Able to interact well with people at all levels within the firm and build strong relationships• Strong knowledge of MS Office Packages. Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word in particular.• Excellent communications and organizational skills.• Detail oriented and eager to analyze and solve complex cases.• Have a finance related degree, studying for an accountancy qualification or experience working for a professional service or consultancy environment.• Be innovative, confident and creative thinker with ability to make quick decisions.Ideally, you will also have• A business/commercial degree or post graduate.• Experience in budgeting and account forecasting.• People management and development experience.• Great knowledge of market activities.• Good business-related experience background.What we look forWe are looking for people who can combine, great listening skills, collaboration, influencing and commercial acumen. Being able thrive in an ever changing, diverse, multi-cultural environment where we expect exceptional quality and show passion for your work will set you up for success.What working for EY offersWe offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. We also offer:• Exposure to some of the greatest colleagues and clients in the industry• Support, feedback and coaching in a culture that values operational excellence• Career potential to grow both within the MENA region and globally• A culture that will encourage you to grow your skills and strengths for your own betterment as well as that or EYAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Build your legacy with us.Apply now.

    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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    Finance – Accounts Payable Senior Associate | Ernst & Young

    Employment: Full Time

    The opportunity:As we roll out the Next Wave Strategy across EY and with our MENA Service Lines starting a new journey with a bold purpose of building a better working world by transforming business through the power of people, technology and innovation, the role of a AP becomes even more critical to ensure that firm liabilities are correctly stated at any given point & balance sheet reflects the correct position of vendors.As we expand our MENA service lines, we have identified the need to have additional support in the AP function.Your key responsibilities:• EY is using the Mercury program. All finance modules are on SAP so the individual should aware of ERP/ SAP usage.• Individual should understand offshore working.• Work shall be managed from the Karachi location for Middle East (ME) offices.• This will require effective relationships with the wider finance community in various ME offices.• Capable of managing the AP functions independently and can participate and lead various improvement activities over the course of time.• Develop a clear understanding of and adherence to all finance policies and processes.• Be a go to person for any AP related issues in the particular location.• To ensure periodical vendor reconciliations and balance confirmations are available.Skills and attributes for success:• Ability to solve problems and provide credible solutions• Confident to challenge where appropriate• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail• Good time management skills and able to balance multiple priorities by considering risk, importance and level of urgency• Eagerness to learn quickly, be proactive and share knowledge• Well-developed listening skills combined with the capability to apply judgment and seek guidance when escalation to a functional expert is appropriate

    To qualify for the role, you must have:• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with a strong work ethic• 4+ years of relevant experience ideally in a professional services firm• Able to interact well with people at all levels within the firm and build strong relationships• Strong knowledge of MS Office Packages. Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word in particular.• Excellent communications and organizational skills.• Detail oriented and eager to analyze and solve complex cases.• Have a finance related degree, studying for an accountancy qualification or experience working for a professional service or consultancy environment.• Be innovative, confident and creative thinker with ability to make quick decisions.Ideally, you will also have:• A business/commercial degree or post graduate.• Experience in budgeting and account forecasting.• People management and development experience.• Great knowledge of market activities.• Good business-related experience background.What we look for:We are looking for people who can combine, great listening skills, collaboration, influencing and commercial acumen. Being able thrive in an ever changing, diverse, multi-cultural environment where we expect exceptional quality and show passion for your work will set you up for success.What working for EY offersWe offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. We also offer:• Exposure to some of the greatest colleagues and clients in the industry• Support, feedback and coaching in a culture that values operational excellence• Career potential to grow both within the MENA region and globally• A culture that will encourage you to grow your skills and strengths for your own betterment as well as that or EYAbout EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Build your legacy with us.Apply now.

    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