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    Consultant, 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, performance improvement and other services that help organizations navigate evolving business needs, demands for greater transparency and changing regulatory requirements. Your key responsibilities – In this role, you will participate in Accounting Advisory engagements, work as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress, help prepare for meetings with target management teams, and participate in these meetings and assist in preparing reports and schedules for clients and other parties. – You will also develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel and build strong internal relationships within the EY Assurance business and across other services. – Contributing to people initiatives, including recruiting and retaining assurance professionals will also form part of your role as will maintaining an educational program to continually develop personal skills of staff.

    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 – Strong academic record, with a degree in accounting or commerce – Minimum of four years of professional experience in an accounting or advisory role – Familiarity with transaction services and transformation projects – Understanding of risk- based auditing and risk and control strategies – Experienced in writing policies and procedures and compliance or internal audit, internal controls and risk management Ideally, you’ll also have – Track record with a leading consulting firm – Flexibility to travel across the MENA 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. If you have significant experience gaming technology and are passionate about improving the performance of businesses, this is the role for you. 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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    Consultant / Senior Consultant, Energy Sector | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consultant/ Senior Consultant, Energy Sector – Financial Accounting Advisory Services in Qatar 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 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 EY is looking for a Senior Consultant / Consultant to join the team in Qatar to lead our project delivery within the Energy sector, specifically power and utilities. This is an opportunity to work in a rapidly changing market with huge career growth potential.Your key responsibilities As a Senior Consultant/ Consultant you’ll be responsible for participating and /or managing energy sector 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 – 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 – A bachelor’s degree and approximately three to four plus years of related work experience – Understanding and experience of accounting transformation and advisory projects across region and sectors – CPA / CA / ACCA certification – Strong technical skills and recognized cautious risk management ability – 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 Ideally, you’ll also have- 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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    Consulting, Fixed Asset Management & Valuations – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorSpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within Finance Transformation Consulting services, will provide the opportunity to work alongside CEOs, CFOs, controllers and treasurers to optimise the structure of their finance functions and improve their contribution to the business. We support our clients by addressing the challenges of achieving appropriate standards of control, efficient back office opportunities and support to the business through insight and challenge.We would like to hear from Senior Associates with experience of working in the enterprise asset management consulting space, with specific focus on the following areas:- Fixed asset register creation and reconstruction including componentization and useful life assessment- Plant and equipment appraisal and tangible asset valuation for various purposes including financial reporting, mergers, acquisitions and disposals- Fixed asset analytics including data collection, reconciliations and classifications – Fixed asset capital expenditure optimisations, cost projections and operational Key Performance Indicators Business process reviews & technology / systems implementations, specifically focusing on the fixed asset function of the organisation- Fixed asset policies and procedures including capitalisations, additions, transfers, tracking and disposals

    Requirements: – Location : Currently based in KSA (preferable, but not mandatory) – Language Skills : Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in English and Arabic – Education : Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant subject areas such as Accounting & Financial Management, Engineering and preferably a Masters to combine technical and financial qualification – Preferable qualifications : RICS, ASA or Taqeem – Years of Experience : 3 – 5 years of relevant experience in tangible assets valuation practice of an accounting, consulting, quantity surveying or insurance firms- Experience applying tangible Assets valuation approaches and methods to develop valuation models- Experience performing/reviewing tangible assets valuation for financial reporting and other purpose- Experience working with Fixed Asset Registers in asset intensive industries- Engineering aptitude and understanding of various tangible assets types combined with problem solving skills- Data analysis skills utilizing digital tools such as Alteryx and Power BI- Perform market research to gather cost and market information- Report writing experience in accordance with International Valuation Standards requirements- Experience implementing International Financial Reporting Standards and/or International Public Accounting Standards with specific focus Property, Plant and Equipment, Impairment of Assets, and Fair Value Measurement”- Exposure to previous enterprise asset management projects, preferably in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in a consulting capacity. – Strong passion for client service delivery and collaborative team work – Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.  The role offers some flexibility in working hours, depending on the specific projects and client delivery expectations – 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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    Account Driver | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Clients & MarketsManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryLine of Service Overview:In order to deliver a first-class service to our clients, we need a first-class Account Driver. Account driver will be a member of the Clients & Market team – Internal Firm Services (IFS), which is a network of specialist support professionals and includes Business Development, marketing, recruitment, human capital, finance, technology, learning and development, procurement, to name but a few. Each team plays a vital role in making sure we have all the right resources, services and technology across our business.We are seeking to recruit a confident, dynamic and experienced individual who will be responsible for driving a portfolio of 6-8 PwC Key accounts in Egypt. Working directly with members of the clients & markets team, industry drivers, line of service drivers and the wider team across the ME region.Responsibilities:- Establish and nurture strong relationships with clients across all levels of the organisations and have the ability to articulate challenges and work with the Account Lead Partners to develop relationship effectiveness, establishing and developing long-term client relationships, effectively representing client needs to ensure appropriate solutions are brought to the client.- Drive “best in class account management” drawing together a strategic account plan, helping deliver account planning workshops and supporting the partner in establishing xLoS teams who collaborate on opportunities and harness firm-wide propositions.- Work closely with colleagues to share experiences, best practises and encourage innovative/market leading activities.- Collaborate with colleagues across different competences within our Clients & Markets team to bring our clients high value solutions- Attend and/or chair relevant internal business development meetings and drive subsequent actions.- Take a keen interest in industry trends and the impact it will have on PwC’s clients, and use the latest business development and marketing tools to help shape the clients’ thinking and PwC’s success in the market.

    – Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant subject areas such as Engineering, Business, Finance or Marketing.- The role is to be based in Cairo and familiarity with the Egypt market, and Connections with key clients is strongly preferred.- Understand and (where possible) experience of the Government, Transport and Logistics industries .- Exposure to sales processes and commercial acumen.- Excellent computer skills (Microsoft office, Spreadsheets, Email communication, Social Media).- Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.- Experience of account management and relationship Management in a large corporate environment.- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Fluent in English.

    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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    Deals, Transaction Services – Valuations – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismDealsManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryDeals, Transaction Services – Valuations – Manager – Abu DhabiA career in our Valuations practice, within Deals Transaction Services, will provide you the opportunity to help organisations realise the potential of mergers, acquisitions and divestitures and capital markets. In short, we help some of the world’s leading companies originate, create, execute, and realise value from deals. Through data driven insights we help our clients move in the right direction ensuring maximum value for their company.Our team helps organisations unlock greater deal value by providing robust value opinions and transaction model business advisory. As part of the team, you’ll research financial risks, provide forecast analysis, and develop financial models that assists our team in providing fair and accurate valuation advice and ultimately helps our clients enhance their deal value.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.

    Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?No

    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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    Assurance – Core Assurance – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Assurance – Core Assurance – Senior Manager – Abu DhabiLine of ServiceAssuranceIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryA career within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well known brands and many have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you’ll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients’ information.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.

    Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?No

    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, Financial Services – Senior Associate/Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consulting, Financial Services – Insurance Advisory – Senior Associate/ManagerLine of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorInsuranceSpecialismFinanceManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryThe Financial Services Consulting team provides a full range of consulting services to our Banking, Insurance &Financial Services clients. PwC’s Insurance consulting practice provides services in business transformation areas including:• Customer experience• Top down business strategy• Operational transformation, process reengineering, automation• Market assessment and opportunity identification• Digital & technology• Cost rationalization• Productivity agenda, and other related topicsThe Insurance industry is undergoing fundamental transformation as it comes up against the impact of new regulation, new technology, accelerating shifts in consumer demand and mounting competition from InsurTech players.As a member of our growing team, you will navigate this increasingly complex and uncertain business and geopolitical landscape by helping organizations become more effective by looking beyond the traditional boundaries of the insurance business to improve the way they operate; manage costs; better align people, process and technology initiatives; support business growth to maintain or improve competitive edge. In doing so, we focus on their agendas and the big issues they need to deal with, both today and in the future.We are looking for dynamic, flexible, proactive and hardworking experienced consultants who have a passion for shaping insurance sector positively in the GCC over the coming years. We have a strong pipeline of large,transformational opportunities with our clients which will provide great opportunities for all our people to step up and play significant and rewarding roles.• As a Manager / Senior Associate, you will support, build and manage project teams to deploy innovative end-to-• end solutions for our clients on transformation projects, across the above-mentioned areas:• Responsible for supporting sales and delivery of insurance proposition and build the team to ensure PwC positions itself as market leading trusted advisor for our insurance clients.• Support / Lead sales pitches to clients and ensure growth of the insurance platform in terms of revenue terms.• Support, Manage and lead assignments including day-to-day follow up on project teams and ensuring targets are met.• Support, build and enhance insurance team capabilities by always being up to date with trends in the market and understanding the impact on our clients so that you can help shape their thinking and our success in the market.• Develop propositions and impart this knowledge to Managers, Associates and Senior Associates within the team.• Work with colleagues in all Middle Eastern offices on client work and internal initiatives as well as with international teams where appropriate.• Keep up to date with current trends from the region and from across the world. Demonstrate teamwork and• responsibility with the engagement team members; stay abreast of current business and economic developments relevant to the client’s business; and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of services provided.• Whilst working in the Insurance Consulting team, you will develop your understanding of the key themes in the market and in the region. • You will work collaboratively with other Insurance experts to shape the future our our clients and to bring about positive change. • You will have access to all the latest training and development tools and the support of the wider PwC network.

    • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, and Economics, Quantitative Analysis or other relate major required.• CA/CFA/MBA or equivalent is preferred• Years of Experience 8+ years of experience in the insurance industry – management consulting / Big 4• consulting / technology experience with insurance sector focus will be preferred• Language Skills: Bilinguals with excellent English / Arabic communication skills (verbal and written),• particularly ability to articulate concepts and recommendations in written form (PowerPoint reports, charts etc.)• Exposure to digital, transformation, technology, risk, project management, finance transformation, IFRS 17 projects• Good understanding of insurance solutions (products) life cycle• Excellent organizational skills, having the ability to prioritize workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.• Proven IT skills in Excel, Word and Powerpoint.• The ability and willingness to travel within the Middle East, where the project dictates.• Strong capability to lead sales and manage delivery.• Strong ability to manage large project/ consulting teams• In depth financial sector acumen and the underlying market forces affecting the performance of organizations and their strategic objectives.• Demonstrated track record in development and implementation of practical solutions to complex strategic challenges.• Proven strong conceptualized thinking and analytical capabilities.• Demonstrated track record in business development and sales. • Should have a track record in relationship management and business development.• Should have gained previous experience in managing staff and the ability to demonstrate leadership skills.• Strong portfolio / program/ project management skills.

    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, Finance & Accounting Director | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismFinanceManagement LevelDirectorJob Description & SummaryAt PwC Middle East Consulting, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the best across industry and professional functional advisory services. We focus on helping solve client problems by offering both strategic and operational deep industry expertise. We pride ourselves on building long-lasting relationships with companies and organizations, always ensuring that we are able to bring the best insights and solutions to help them tackle whatever critical issues they may face. Our Consulting practice currently focuses on several core industry sectors including (Consumer and Industrial Products & Services, Energy, Utilities & Mining, Financial Services, Government, Health Industries, Finance Function, People and Organisations, and Technology).ResponsibilitiesAs a Director, y ou will be working within the Finance & Accounting team, which provides advisory services focused on the CFO agenda. The team works across a broad range of industries and delivers projects throughout the Middle East region. The work we typically undertake includes: – Defining Finance Function Strategy and designing Finance Function operating model – Designing Organisation Structure for Finance – Developing Finance Policies and Processes – Designing Costing and Enterprise Performance Management As a competency, you will support multiple Industry Verticals. However, we expect you to bring expertise in Industrial Products, Telecom, Financial Sector, Oil and Gas or Government Sector. In addition to the above, you will be responsible for: – Proactively lead the practice by setting strategy, drive the development of new business in the market, and provide technical advice across disciplines- Building strong networks within the firm to spot and capitalize on opportunities to get involved in projects that others are leading across a number of different business units and sectors- Identifying and discussing key issues with our clients to identify potential opportunities- Responsibility for a majority of day to day client communications- Responsibility to shape and deliver various projects that exceed the expectations of our clients and our own assignment quality criteria- Manage and deliver large projects by developing the project team, assessing engagement risks throughout, driving conclusions, and reviewing / challenging the output produced by the team- Responsibility for management of engagement financials- Helping to grow and develop our team through hands on training and coaching

    Qualifications/Educational background – Masters or MBA  – Finance and/or Technology (preferable) – Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting  or Technology  Years of Experience – 12+ years of experience in a similar industry / role within professional services/external consulting Requirements- Arabic Speaking is preferred- Experience in conducting Finance Function assessments and opportunity funneling for pilots – Experience in providing process expertise for implementation in end-to-end processes (Order to Cash, Record to Report, Procure to Pay) covering design and implementation – Experience in designing operating models, governance and communication frameworks within Finance Function – Good understanding of change management and coaching needs to adopt in client environments – Experience with implementation and/or implementation supervision of full life cycle ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Others) – Proven Track Record in Sales of Professional Services of US$ 1.5 million – 2.5 million annually – Proven track record in Revenue Under Management (implementation oversight and control) of US$ 1.5 million

    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