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    Senior Consultant, Business Design | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    In a world of dramatic and fast-paced change, the ability to retain existing customers and attract new ones is critical. As a Business Transformation professional, you’ll provide clients with a strong analytical framework to transform their sales and drive sustainable growth. Joining one of our high-performing, globally integrated teams, you’ll work closely with our clients’ marketing, sales, and customer service functions, helping to ensure they interact effectively with their customer base. Through our structured learning and development program, you’ll develop the skills, knowledge, and experience to help grow our clients’ businesses. And with a network that stretches across the world, you’ll gain unparalleled insight and experience from different geographies and sectors. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. The opportunity We are looking for Business Design Consultants (Senior Consultant/Assistant Manager level) to join our leading Business Design Consulting team. Our consultants are leaders in, and passionate about helping our clients design and deliver new Customer Experiences. They are smart, switched on and bring a strategic, creative, and analytical mindset. Above all they want to make a real difference to our client’s business and their customers. Our Business Design Consultants lead our project team’s day to day and work closely with our clients to lead, inspire and influence thinking within the project. They are expected to coach and develop their team members and are responsible for the delivery of complex workstreams and solutions. They deliver impactful when presentation, and have experience in leading client workshops, design sessions and/or customer research clinics. They are comfortable working with a level of ambiguity and at a fast pace in a dynamic environment. Our Business Design Consultants enjoy working on varying projects and are open to learning about new industries and new cultures. They work across the project lifecycle from CX strategy through to CX design and execution. They deliver outstanding service to our clients and in do so in a way which helps achieve our purpose of “build a better working world”. Your key responsibilities – Lead complex CX workstreams comprising a mix of EY and client’s resources, with overall accountability delivering the expected outcomes to quality, time, and budget – Ability to build a highly collaborative, high performing team environment – Coach and mentor junior team members – Ability to identify and address client needs, and lead client discussions and meetings and workshops – Lead in the design and implementation of customer-centric solutions that provide measurable impact to clients – Design customer journeys in various client sectors, identify experiential pain points, delights and CX capabilities – Contribute to the development of the Business Design practice i.e. support industry events, thought leadership and development of new tools and methods

    Skills and attributes for success – Strong analytical and problem-solving skills – Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others – Advanced written and verbal communication skills – Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical, and able to work under pressure – Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment To qualify for the role, you must have – A bachelor’s or master’s degree with a minimum of 3-5+ years of working experience in a customer-facing and problem-solving capacity. Preferably with experience in a business consulting role in a leading consultancy firm, designing or delivering customer journeys in the market. – Familiarity with customer-centric trends, best practices, and technology solutions. Some fundamental experience in at least one of the competencies: customer research and insights, design, sales and marketing, customer services operations and channel engagement would be helpful – Some experience in the design or delivery in at least one or more of the following competencies: – Customer research and Insights – Human-centered Experience Design and Measurement – Sales and Marketing – Customer Services and Engagement – Recognized digital platforms and enabling technologies i.e. CMS, CRM Ideally, you will also have – Sector-specific customer experience knowledge – Knowledge in Agile and/or traditional project management – Knowledge in product management and development lifecycle – Knowledge in Design Thinking, UI/UX What we look for Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you will be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you are ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you. What working at EY offers EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience, where you will be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements (FWA), as needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus, we offer: – Support, coaching and feedback from engaging colleagues – Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career – The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that is right for you About EY As a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy & transaction, and consulting services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. 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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    Economic Advisory Executive | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Strategy & Transactions – Economic Advisory Executive Are you building your tomorrow, today? If that sounds like you, we invite you to pursue a career with our industry leading Valuation and Modeling and Economics practice. ( Learn more about our VME Services ) Businesses and governments operate in an increasingly uncertain and rapidly changing environment: – Technological disruption and innovation are transforming supply chains and driving productivity changes – Trade relationships between nations are being reconsidered – Increasing fiscal pressures leading to additional scrutiny around the way that Government’s raise and spend public money – Changing economic policies and regulation are reshaping the business landscape. – As such, businesses and governments find themselves under growing pressure to make decisions based on robust evidence and credible economic approaches. – Relying on the fundamental principles of economics, EY’s Economic Advisory team uses economic analysis to help guide decision making of public and private sector entities. Your key responsibilities – You will be responsible for analyzing economic and financial data, market trends, and industry reports to help design, develop, and construct economic models and tools to assist government agencies, non-profits, and corporations across industries and global markets. – You will also be involved in assignments where economic modelling, econometric and statistical analysis are used to support our clients in making better informed decisions. As an economic advisor, you are expected to- Serve as a member of multiple client engagement teams – Actively contribute to report writing and the development of economic models – Use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of services provided – Identify issues and propose solutions – Participate in commercial research and marketing efforts – Demonstrate ability to listen to clients and address their needs – Demonstrate teamwork and responsibility towards engagement team members – Develop positive, productive and professional relationships with colleagues and clients – Demonstrate willingness to learn – Stay up to date on business and economic developments relevant to our clients’ businesses

    Skills and attributes for success The Economic Advisory team is looking for motivated candidates who have: – University degree in economics or in a related field with a deep fundamental understanding in micro and macroeconomics – Prior experience of performing economic analysis to guide public or private sector policy decisions. This might include some or all of: – Economic impact assessments using input-output model, – Cost-benefit analysis – Economic benchmarking – Econometric and statistical modelling – Computable general equilibrium modelling – Ability and flexibility to work alongside team members to ensure the timely completion of work deliverables – Excellent analytical, project management, multi-tasking, communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills – Competency in communicating the results of analysis to an audience of varied stakeholders – Proficiency with MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word – Experience with statistical tools such as STATA, R, and PowerBI To qualify for the role, you must have – At least bachelors or masters with a major in Econometrics and/or Economics. – At least 2 years of professional experience in any field. – Demonstrated competency in economic and/or econometric modelling/analysis. – Strong written and verbal communication, presentation and report writing skills in English. – An aptitude for computer coding . Ideally, you’ll also have – Previous economic and/or econometric studies experience in the Power and Utilities sector, in areas such as policy and regulatory reform, investment evaluation, pricing and tariffs, competitive spot market analysis, sector related forecasting. – R-coding or similar coding language competency in the application of data analysis and economic/econometric modelling – Understanding of the broader GCC/MENA market – Arabic language skills (preferred although not mandatory) 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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    Senior Associate – Strategic Support | Ernst & Young

    Employment:

    Full Time

    MENA Assurance – Strategic Support (Senior Associate level), KuwaitWorking with the MENA Assurance Operations Team, you will provide analysis & reporting to support leadership decisions. You will also carry out project management tasks for special projects that contribute to achievement of the business objectives. Your key responsibilities – You’ll likely balance your time between both project management and analytics. – We’ll also look to you to support with reaching out to multiple people at all levels of the organisation across geographies to gather required information as well as to create leadership presentations.

    To qualify for the role you must have – Strong data analytics and Excel skills (including complex pivot tables and charts) – Excellent oral and written communication skills – Strong creative mindset to make powerful MS PowerPoint presentations – Ability to analyse and relate relevant information/data from multiple sources – Ability to work with minimum supervision, multitask and work collaboratively with virtual teams – The willingness to meet tight deadlines and work with flexibility Ideally, you’ll have – Masters in Business Administration – 5+ years of proven work experience with at least 3 years being post last degree – BIG 4 or Business Consulting experience will be a distinct advantage What we look for A quick learner, who can collate information in multiple dimensions to draw out meaningful insights. A proactive approach to work and the curiosity to seek out new challenges. If you’re ready to make a real contribution to our goal of building a better working world, this role is for you. What working at EY offers – We offer a competitive compensation package – a culture that encourages people to speak up, learn and thrive in a diverse environment – Career support from some of the most engaging colleagues in the business – The ability to take on different responsibilities and learn new skills – Remote working About EY As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. 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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    Salesforce Consultant – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    ETIC, Salesforce Salesforce Consultant – Senior ManagerLine of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTechnologySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryAbout the rolePwC is opening a new Technology & Innovation Center in Cairo that will deliver high quality technology solutions to consulting Clients across the globe. The Centre will provide a broad suite of skills and services to our clients, ranging from Packaged Applications such as SAP & Oracle, to Cloud services utilising AWS, Azure and Google, as well as expanding our existing Managed Services capabilities.  The center is looking to expand rapidly and we are looking for enthusiastic self-starters with a passion for technology and client delivery to help shape and form this new venture.  We are seeking to recruit a senior Salesforce Consultant to join our team in Cairo.  The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years experience in scoping, designing and delivering complex Salesforce solutions. They will be a recognised expert in their field within the local Salesforce market; providing valued thought leadership and opinion.  They will carry a well established professional network, and have strong alliances into the Salesforce ecosystem.   You will report to the Salesforce Service Delivery Director and will be an integral part of the team based in Cairo, as well as those delivering client transformation programmes across the PwC Global Network, including the UK, Germany and Middle East. As a Salesforce Consultant, you will play a key role in the following areas:- Support the leadership and management of the new Salesforce Practice by taking an active role in the Salesforce Senior Leadership Team  – Responsibility for coaching and developing more junior team members in the Salesforce domain  – Delivering exceptional client service and solutions  – Work with a global mindset with teams based in the UK, Germany and other Middle Eastern Countries – Leading delivery teams to deliver solutions that are on scope, time, quality and budget

    Role Requirements:- Experience in project team management – Ability to build and maintain customer relationships as part of project work – Taking active part in the pre-sales process – client presentations, gathering requirements, conducting discovery sessions, building business relationships, ability to sell services – Ability to work independently on offers – making reliable valuations, preparing assumptions for the valuation and offer, proposing the architecture of the solution (in the product and functional layer) – High independence in action and solving project problems – Regular acquisition and expansion of knowledge in the field of selected technology (e.g. product roadmap, specialist blogs, documentation) – Understanding and recommendations in the field of business processes

    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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    ETIC, Oracle ERP/SCM Consultant – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTechnologySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryAbout the role PwC is opening a new Technology & Innovation Center in Cairo that will deliver high quality technology solutions to consulting Clients across the globe. The Centre will provide a broad suite of skills and services to our clients, ranging from Packaged Applications such as SAP & Oracle, to Cloud services utilising AWS, Azure and Google, as well as expanding our existing Managed Services capabilities.  The center is looking to expand rapidly and we are looking for enthusiastic self-starters with a passion for technology and client delivery to help shape and form this new venture.  We are seeking to recruit Oracle ERP/SCM Consultants to join our team in Cairo.  The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 full lifecycle implementation projects covering ERP Financials or Supply Chain Management (SCM) modules. They will have implementation experience in 3 or more Oracle modules within the relevant area.You will report to the Service Delivery Director and will be an integral part of the team based in Cairo, as well as those delivering client transformation programmes across the PwC Global Network, including the UK, Germany and Middle East. As an Oracle ERP/SCM Consultant, you will play a key role in the following areas:- Delivering projects focused on Oracle ERP or Oracle SCM technology. – Using our industry leading methodologies to transform client’s businesses.  – Being available to travel to client sites anywhere in the UK, and potentially internationally. – Where needed, carry out additional responsibilities such as; business case development, requirements gathering, workshop delivery, business process design, functional and technical design, vendor selection, systems build, test and deploy, stakeholder management, change management, people/line management. Role Requirements:- Ability to perform in a workstream lead role, organising, mentoring and providing quality assurance on deliverables – Responsible for the creation of quality solution documentation, including,  Functional specifications – Responsible for the Configuration /  build of Oracle ERP/SCM solutions – Expert in Oracle ERP/SCM and integrated modules / products  – Participate in design discussions with client and lead design and process discussions – Support the evaluation of the solution scenarios  – Detailing of the technical specifications required to deliver the functional requirements of the solution – Ability to provide estimation of effort for technical developments – Ability to manage the stream deliverables – Responsible for data migration and cutover topics for the stream – Responsible for issue resolution post go-live and transition to support

    Essential skills & attributes:- A minimum of 3 full lifecycle implementation projects covering ERP Financials or Supply Chain Management (SCM) modules.  – Implementation experience of 3 or more Oracle modules in the relevant area. – Demonstrable experience in several of the following activities on ERP projects; requirements gathering, fit/gap analysis, solution design, functional configuration. conference room pilots / prototype demonstrations, testing, Integration, data migration, training, post ‘go live’ support. – Strong troubleshooting/problem-solving skills – Strong meeting facilitation/presentation skills – Strong client relationship skills Education- University Degree

    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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    ETIC, Oracle Technical Consultant – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTechnologySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryAbout the role PwC is opening a new Technology & Innovation Center in Cairo that will deliver high quality technology solutions to consulting Clients across the globe. The Centre will provide a broad suite of skills and services to our clients, ranging from Packaged Applications such as SAP & Oracle, to Cloud services utilising AWS, Azure and Google, as well as expanding our existing Managed Services capabilities.  The center is looking to expand rapidly and we are looking for enthusiastic self-starters with a passion for technology and client delivery to help shape and form this new venture.  We are seeking to recruit Oracle Technical Consultants to join our team in Cairo.  The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 full lifecycle implementation projects working in a technical/architecture capacity. They will have implementation experience in 3 Oracle ERP and Cloud SaaS based Oracle applications   You will report to the Service Delivery Director and will be an integral part of the team based in Cairo, as well as those delivering client transformation programmes across the PwC Global Network, including the UK, Germany and Middle East. As an Oracle Technical  Consultant, you will play a key role in the following areas:- Taking ownership of developing the Technical Solution Design for the technical solution underpinning the functional configuration, including integration and data migration – Developing and owning the Technical Integration Strategy for the products being deployed and any upstream or downstream systems – Developing and owning the Data Migration strategy for all data being loaded into or provisioned from the Oracle products – Developing and owning the Detailed Technical design, including SaaS tenants, integration and data migration tools, connectivity, security and IDAM.    Role Requirements:- Significant technical experience on Oracle Cloud or EBusiness Suite R12 – Full lifecycle experience of a minimum of Oracle ERP and Cloud SaaS based Oracle application – Experience in the majority of the following technology skill areas – Leading on data migration projects to and from Oracle ERP systems – Leading on supporting Integration projects to and from Oracle ERP systems – SQL – PL/SQL – Java – Oracle SOA Suite or SOA Cloud Service – Java Cloud Service – Integration Cloud Service – Business Intelligence (BI) Publisher – Oracle Transactional Business Intelligence (OTBI)

    Essential skills & attributes:- Ability to work independently, and as part of a team, with potentially multiple assignments – Commitment to personal development in relevant skills – Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills – Strong written, oral and presentation skills – Strong Client relationship skills – Oracle Specialism or Certification – Oracle JET – Oracle ADF – Oracle E-Business Suite Technical experience, including Oracle Workflow – Dev Ops Delivery Experience Education- University Degree

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

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

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

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

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

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    Senior Manager / Director – 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 Having the largest geographical footprint in the MENA region, EY is perfectly placed to help the financial services sector which is experiencing unprecedented changes. We’re looking for ambitious people to help drive and support this change while learning about the intricacies of dealing with diverse clients in a challenging yet rewarding environment. Your key responsibilities As a Director/Senior Manager you’ll be responsible for managing financial services related engagements, while collaborating with the partner 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 – Minimum of 8+ years of experience in the related field – Experienced in delivering engagements (process improvements, internal controls, policies and procedures, regulatory (Basel), IFRS 9) across the industry – An understanding of core banking systems and their architecture for finance along with their linkage to treasury and front-end systems – Strong advisory (selling) mindset – CPA/CA/ACCA certification – Strong technical skills and recognized cautious risk management ability – Deep understanding of the client’s industry and marketplace – Strong management skills to lead teams, delegate appropriately, mentor, review performance and counsel employees – Fluent written and verbal English communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills – Ability and comfort level in researching client inquires and emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies – Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessary Ideally, you’ll also have – 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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    SAP IBP Solutions Specialist Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    ETIC, SAP IBP Solutions Specialist – Manager (Egypt)Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorTechnologySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryAbout the rolePwC is opening a new Technology & Innovation Center in Cairo that will deliver high quality technology solutions to consulting Clients across the globe. The Centre will provide a broad suite of skills and services to our clients, ranging from Packaged Applications such as SAP & Oracle, to Cloud services utilising AWS, Azure and Google, as well as expanding our existing Managed Services capabilities.  The center is looking to expand rapidly and we are looking for enthusiastic self-starters with a passion for technology and client delivery to help shape and form this new venture.  We are seeking to recruit a SAP IBP Solution Specialist to join our team in Cairo.  The successful candidate will have a minimum of 6 years experience in delivering complex SAP S&OP (IBP) solutions. They will be building a growing reputation within the local SAP market; and will bring a developing professional network, and good alliances into the SAP ecosystem.   You will report to the SAP delivery service leadership team and will be an integral part of the team based in Cairo, as well as those delivering client transformation programmes across the PwC Global Network, including the UK, Germany and Middle East. As an SAP Solutions Specialist, you will play a key role in the following areas:- Support the leadership and management of the new SAP Practice by taking an active role in the SAP delivery team  – Responsibility for coaching and developing more junior team members  – Delivering exceptional client service and solutions across the SAP IBP product – Work with a global mindset with teams based in the UK, Germany and other Middle Eastern Countries – Leading delivery teams to deliver solutions that are on scope, time, quality and budget Role Requirements:- Ability to perform in a workstream lead role, organising, mentoring and providing quality assurance on deliverables – Responsible for the creation of quality solution documentation, including,  Functional specifications – Responsible for the Configuration /  build of SAP IBP solutions – Expert in SAP IBP solutions and integrated modules / products  – Participate in design discussions with client and lead design and process discussions – Support the evaluation of the solution scenarios (e.g. cost-based vs. account-based CO-PA)  – Detailing of the technical specifications required to deliver the functional requirements of the solution – Responsible for identification of RICEFW objects  – Ability to provide estimation of effort for technical developments – Ability to manage the stream deliverables – Responsible for data migration and cutover topics for the stream – Responsible for issue resolution post go-live and transition to support

    Essential skills & attributes:- S/4HANA Certified Associate – Familiar with Solution Manager 7.2  – Has the competence to perform the role effectively  – Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as basic presentation skills  – Ability to work within a fast-paced & unstructured environment.  Must be able to multi-task and effectively and continually prioritise  – Excellent time management, communication and organizational skills  – Ability to interact efficiently with senior members of the firm across multiple time zones Education- University Degree

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