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    Senior Associate – Tax Acceleration Centre | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Acceleration Centre – Senior Associate – AmmanLine of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismGeneral Tax ConsultingManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in our Tax Acceleration Centre is the natural extension of PwC’s leading class global delivery capabilities. We provide premium, cost effective, high quality services that support process quality and delivery capability in support for client engagements.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 Associate, 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:- Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.- Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.- Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.- Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.- Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.- Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.- Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.- Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.- Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    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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    Business Controller | Charterhouse

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Charterhouse are currently working with a leading client, within the digital and blockchain sector, whom have recently established a regional hub within the Dubai market. This challenging role shall act as a Business Finance Partner; whereby areas of financial reporting, financial analysis and operational metrics are overseen, in support of performance review and strategy formulation. The Business Controller will also focus upon the analysis of financial data, through detailed financial modelling, to ensure accurate forecasting, planning and budgeting functions across the organisation. The role shall link heavily to the insight and analysis of any investment opportunity and expenditure; allowing for detailed and tailored risk assessment, cost analysis and return-on-investment due diligence. In light of the business life-cycle, the Business Controller shall also be geared towards the development and implementation of reporting controls and policy roll-out.

    The client will look to recruit a professionally qualified candidate from either a Chartered Accountancy and/or MBA type background; whereby a strong finance, commercial and controllership background can be demonstrated and introduced to the operation. Within this, the client will expect a candidate to deliver across a role that oversees and analyses financial statements, whilst also having a capability to produce MIS and commentary-based reports for senior management and operational support. In conjunction, the successful candidate shall also be expected to work across a rapidly growing platform and any knowledge towards technology-based trading and/or blockchain will be a distinct advantage.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

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    Assistant Vice President of Private Equity | Robert Half

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The CompanyOur client is a large Investment Firm located in the ADGM is looking for an AVP of Private Equity (PE) (7+ years’ experience) to work as part of their Investment Team. Reporting into the Head of Private Equity.The RoleThe incumbent will provide active sourcing, research, analysis and evaluation of private equity direct and co-investment opportunities and in the monitoring of financial performance of portfolio companies and funds.* Actively sources, researches, analyses and evaluates a variety of private equity investment opportunities* Develops complex dynamic financial models* Takes part in due diligence activities which include appraisal of company’s past and projected financial performance* Submits recommendations based on the results of the team’s due diligence and analysis* Negotiation and execution of investment agreements and other transaction-related legal documentations* Analyses potential fund investment opportunities* Drafts internal fund investment proposals for approval of the Investment Committee* Assists in negotiating, structuring and completing fund documentations* Bring a network to add/ bring deal follow to division.* Monitors ongoing financial performance of portfolio companies and funds and overseas the reviews of valuations

    The Candidate* A bachelor’s degree with a strong economic background, preferably with an MBA* CFA or CAIA would be preferred* 5 years’ experience in the GCC* Must be a strong team player with demonstrated ability and interest in working closely with team members and delivering quality work under tight schedulesSalary70,000 AED a month, DOERobert 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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    Senior Consultant, Financial Accounting Advisory Services, Al Khobar | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Senior Consultant, Financial Accounting Advisory Services 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 opportunityOur 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.Your key responsibilitiesWe are looking for talented professionals with an established experienced in technical accounting and finance function transformation from a top tier consulting firm to support and drive our existing and upcoming client engagements. 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 – Minimum of two years of professional experience with a consulting firm – Strong background in IFRS methodologies and finance operating model design and development – Experienced in financial control, including internal and external statutory reporting. – Exposure to finance systems architecture & strategy delivery, regulatory and management reporting, consolidation and EPM projects – 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- Arabic speaking proficiency – 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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    Instructional Design – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    PwC Academy – Instructional Design (Learning and Development Background) – Senior AssociateLine of ServiceAssuranceIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in our Experience Design practice, A career in Experience Consulting services, will provide you with a unique opportunity to help our clients change customer behaviours through the experience journey starting with a strategy, then through design, and eventually implementation. You’ll focus on bringing interactive tools in the form of mobile apps, websites, or other digital platforms to ensure our clients fully integrate customer and user experiences into their organisation.

    We help our clients build a customer centric organisation through differentiated and brand defining customer experiences. You’ll help our team build a value based consumer model, coupled with quantitative analysis and digital technology based on the client’s target customer base.- Creation of materials in compliance with the learning methodology, client’s desired learning outcomes, content input by SMEs and ensuring appropriate tools and practices are implemented to build engagement and continuous improvement. – Considerable input into the HLDD process and content curation, adaptation and modification to align approach with the HLDD outputs and the learning methodology. – Adaptation and evolution of the methodology, training of staff in how the methodology works and sessions to improve the core skills of those producing content – Ensuring that the content is reviewed for engagement and alignment to HLDDs with feedback provided to SMEs / authors, corrections are made to enable content readiness sign off – Alignment of content to levels of attendees and inclusion of existing tools and products to improve engagement as well as training others in how to create content to improve efficiency. within the process – Management of the content development team and the overall process for quality and effectiveness.  – This will include implementing further changes in response to changing business needs. – Develop and apply content and format strategies with support from a senior content designer – Graphic design & proofreading for non technical content  – Develop and manage relationships with internal stakeholders  – Monitoring the performance of content and tools

    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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    Associate / Senior Associate (Saudi National) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    TLS – International Tax Services – Associate / Senior Associate – Riyadh(Saudi Nationals)Line of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismInternational Tax ServicesManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within International Tax Services will provide you with the opportunity to help PwC address their cross border tax needs both locally and globally by managing their global tax rates, finding areas of cost reduction, and responding to inquiries from regulatory authorities. You’ll gain a global perspective and an awareness of tax issues stemming from changes to evolving business structures and geographic expansions.Our International Tax Services Generalist – Practice Support team advises PwC on tax laws and reporting, legislation and planning strategies based on the geography and jurisdiction. You’ll be assisting our team with local tax laws, reporting requirements, statutory filings, corporate strategy, transfer pricing and indirect tax and other international taxation needs.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 an Associate, 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:- Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.- Share and collaborate effectively with others.- Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.- Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.- Follow risk management and compliance procedures.- Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.- Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner – verbally and in the materials produce.- Build and maintain an internal and external network.- Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

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

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceTaxSpecialismInternational Tax ServicesManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career within International Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help multinational companies address their cross border tax needs both locally and globally by managing their global tax rates, finding areas of cost reduction, and responding to inquiries from regulatory authorities. You’ll gain a global perspective and an awareness of tax issues stemming from changes to evolving business structures and geographic expansions. More specifically you will help our clients in Lebanon meet and manage their tax obligations in the countries where they are present across unique but ever changing tax specialties. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing indirect taxes, dispute resolution, and global enterprise tax solutions. Our team advises our clients on tax laws and reporting, legislation and planning strategies based on their geography and jurisdiction. You’ll be helping our clients with local tax laws, reporting requirements, statutory filings, corporate strategy, transfer pricing and indirect tax and other international taxation needs.You will be involved in inbound tax matters as well as M&A transactions, relocation of companies/holding locations and company formations. A detailed description of the type of work is as follows: – Work on advisory engagements, provide reports and guidance on the set-up, tax structuring and planning for new projects, – Understand, advise and give recommendations on both local tax legislations and international tax,  – Ability to interpret tax treaties, analyse tax efficiency and overall group tax reporting effectiveness,.  – To Manage a portfolio of clients, handling and dealing with their tax requirements, updates and compliance related matters for inbound taxpayers, – Build up relationships with regulators, ability to negotiate disputes with adequate tax background and treatment for both local and international tax interpretation as well as accounting standards; and – Develop business opportunities and coach and guide team members on projects, assignments and client handling.

    Requirements:- Thorough knowledge of M&A practices, including, consulting multinational corporations, privately held companies and partnerships with respect to the tax aspects of planning, structuring and executing transactions of all sizes; analyzing proposed transactions for unusual tax risks or undetermined tax benefits; and advising clients on tax-efficient restructurings, divestitures, spin-offs, due diligence and strategy formulation.  – At least 7 years of relevant work experience is required. – Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting or Finance is required. Certificate in International Taxation, Master of Science in Taxation, or Master of Law degree in Taxation is preferred.  – Experience in identifying and addressing client needs, as well as building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of client relationships.  – Considerable experience as a team leader.  – Good business writing and digital skills.  – Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness.  – Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.  Essential skills: – Writing, reporting and presentation skills are essential, as well as management, coordination, coaching and business development skills.  Desirable skills:- Entrepreneurial skills, cross selling and business development.

    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 – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryYou will be working within the Finance & Accounting Consulting 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: – Accounting Advisory – IPSAS  – Budgeting  – Systems Design  (GFMIS, ERP, Solutions) – Costing and Revenue Diversification – Data analytics and visualization  As a competency, you will support multiple Industry Verticals. However, we expect you to bring expertise in Government and Public Sector, Financial Sector, or Oil and Gas. – Proactively lead the practice by setting strategy, drive the development of new business in the market, and provide technical advice across disciplines – Responsible for providing Accounting Advices; IPSAS cash to accrual conversion, IFRS Accounting Advices.  – Responsible for Budgeting activities including budget reform, ceiling, preparation, execution and monitoring. – Responsible for Costing, spending review, cost optimisation and Revenue Enhancement & Diversification – 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 – Responsible 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 – Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting  or Technology – Masters or MBA  – Finance and/or Technology (preferable) – CPA, CMA, ACCA, or any other related professional certificate   Years of Experience – 5-8 years of experience in a similar industry / role within professional services/external consulting Based in and willing to live/relocate into Doha is a MUST- Fluent communication in Arabic and English is mandatory – Experience in conducting Finance & Accounting assessments and opportunity funneling for pilots – 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 million – Passionate, team player and fast learn

    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