EY Director - Business Consulting Finance- Riyadh 

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh Region, Riyadh 

55553204

As markets and technology rapidly change and develop, finance functions must demonstrate real added value to their business. As a ‘Finance Field of Play’ Director, you will use your experience and knowledge in Finance, industry and technology to help deliver greater insight – delivering functional efficiencies as well as transforming the role of finance in our clients’ businesses. You will develop innovative, sustainable ways to improve the management of people, processes and systems, working alongside other finance professionals in high-performing teams.

This is a leadership role, with a requirement to develop and grow business, engage with existing clients, and develop relations with new clients, in addition to managing and developing teams. Performance indicators for this role include sales and managed revenue.

Your key responsibilities

As one of our finance consultants, you will help the world’s leading organizations to improve their performance in a rapidly changing environment with the enablement of leading finance technologies. You’ll be part of multidisciplinary teams, bringing diverse perspectives to every challenge. You will also take the lead in developing and growing our business and client network, building relationships with our clients’ key stakeholders and contributing to the overall revenue generation efforts of the consulting wide organization.

Skills and Attributes for success

You should have experience in several of the following technical competencies:

Business skills

• Business development - Engage in strategic business development initiatives to drive growth and profitability, leveraging market insights and financial expertise to identify and capitalize on new opportunities.
• Client Relationship Management - Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key client stakeholders. Act as a trusted advisor, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions. Leverage these relationships to drive business growth and ensure client satisfaction through exceptional service delivery.
• Leading multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and innovation to address complex delivery challenges. You will be responsible for guiding team members, providing mentorship, and ensuring that projects are delivered with the highest standards of quality. Your leadership will be pivotal in driving team performance, enhancing productivity, and maintaining a cohesive work environment.

Technical Skills

• Managing large and complex projects
• Finance Transformation, CFO Agenda
• Shared Services Setup
• Utilizing technology to transform finance, Digital Finance
• Business insights into leading practice in accounting, management reporting and planning process
• Good understanding and experience in digital enablers in finance
• Communication and presentation skills
• Experience in implementing leading finance practices and benchmarking
• Finance Performance Management
• Project and Program Management
• People Management and Leadership skills
• Commercial oriented

To qualify for the role, you must have

• 10-12 years of working experience, of which about 5 to 7 years of Consulting experience in technology enabled finance transformation or Shared Services establishment / enablement
• MENA based experience
• Ability to generate business deals and make business proposals
• Develop and maintain relationship at c-suite level
• Any sector knowledge is an advantage

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A bachelor’s degree qualification
• A Master’s Degree and above is preferred
• Relevant professional qualification certificates are preferred.

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’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

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.

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