Finance Manager - Fintech

Finance Manager – Fintech

Join a dynamic and innovative Fintech organization in Saudi Arabia as our Finance Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in driving financial excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting strategic growth. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to lead our finance and accounting function, leveraging expertise to optimize financial performance and guide the company toward sustainable success.

As the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for steering the financial operations of our organization, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and alignment with both global and local financial standards. This role demands a strategic mindset, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights for senior leadership. If you thrive in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment and are passionate about shaping the future of Fintech, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Financial Strategy and Operations: Oversee the entire finance and accounting function, ensuring seamless financial operations, accurate reporting, and adherence to best practices in financial governance.
• Financial Reporting and Compliance: Prepare and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring they meet International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and local regulatory requirements. Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes with precision and efficiency.
• Strategic Financial Planning: Develop and monitor financial plans, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections to align with business objectives and support long-term growth initiatives.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Provide in-depth financial analysis and insights to senior management, enabling informed strategic decisions that enhance profitability and operational efficiency.
• Risk Management and Controls: Establish, maintain, and enhance internal financial controls, policies, and procedures to mitigate risks and ensure operational integrity.
• Regulatory and Audit Compliance: Ensure full compliance with Saudi Arabian financial regulations, tax requirements, and industry-specific standards. Coordinate with external auditors, consultants, banks, and regulatory bodies to facilitate smooth audits and reviews.
• Transaction Oversight: Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, payments, and financial transactions to maintain accuracy and prevent discrepancies.
• Working Capital Management: Monitor accounts payable and receivable, revenue recognition, and working capital to optimize liquidity and financial health.
• Performance Analysis and Improvement: Analyze financial performance, identify key trends, and recommend corrective actions to drive profitability and operational excellence.
• Reporting and KPIs: Prepare comprehensive management dashboards, financial reports, and KPI analyses to provide real-time visibility into financial performance.
• Business Evaluation and Expansion: Assist in evaluating business cases, partnerships, investments, and expansion opportunities to support strategic growth initiatives.
• Team Leadership and Development: Mentor and guide junior finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Confidentiality and Integrity: Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and ethical conduct in handling sensitive financial information.

Why This Role Matters

In this dynamic Fintech landscape, your expertise will be instrumental in shaping the financial backbone of our organization. You will not only drive operational efficiency but also contribute to the innovation and scalability of our financial solutions. This is a chance to make a tangible impact on the company’s trajectory while growing your own career in a cutting-edge industry.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. Advanced degrees are a plus.
• Experience: 7–10 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting, with a minimum of 5 years in a managerial role. Mandatory experience in the Fintech industry.
• Certifications: Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent are highly preferred.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting principles, IFRS, and local regulatory frameworks. Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems is a significant advantage.
• Skills: Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Industry Passion: A genuine interest in the Fintech sector and a commitment to driving innovation in financial services.

If you are a finance professional eager to lead with vision, precision, and strategic insight, we encourage you to explore this opportunity. Join us in redefining the future of finance and take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking Fintech leader.