service line
Advisor
Specialization
finance
management level
guide manager
Job description and summary
Global Overview of PricewaterhouseCoopers
At PricewaterhouseCoopers, we measure success by our ability to create the value our customers and employees seek. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and focusing on delivering value in everything we do. We are a network of companies in 157 countries with over 250,000 people committed to providing world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, tax and advisory services.
PwC Middle East Overview
Established in the region over 40 years ago, PwC Middle East employs over 4,500 employees in 12 countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and the United Arab Emirates. Complementing our depth of industry experience and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments throughout the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market and beyond.
Business unit overview
We currently have Accounting Consulting and Capital Markets Services exciting opportunities for a Senior Manager within our Accounting Consulting and Capital Markets team in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Our team advises clients on a wide range of accounting consulting projects of a transformative nature, including implementing accounting standards, supporting transaction structuring, transaction accounting and reporting, developing and reviewing financial statements, identifying problems and providing accounting solutions that meet our clients’ needs. Objectives. Also, our team advises clients on capital market transactions, such as offerings of securities and shares in public and private offerings, exercises to prepare for the public offering, implementation of reform plans, reporting and/or reporting on the pro forma, and preparation of financial statements for companies planning to go public. In the Middle East and International Stock Exchanges.
We are looking for an ambitious and highly motivated professional with a proven track record of delivering high quality client projects undergoing sector changes and/or privatization/corporate, underwriting/bond offerings, strong technical knowledge of IFRS, experience with capital markets transactions, digital acumen and ability To work in a demanding environment. In addition, strong project management skills, communication with key stakeholders and a proven track record in business development activities are other key criteria required for this role.
Responsibilities:
As a Senior Manager, you will work as part of a problem-solving team with accounting consultancy and extensive experience in the capital markets, helping our clients solve their complex accounts and financial reporting, including preparing and/or preparing reports related to the pro forma and obtaining financial statements and presentations Underwriting/bonds and business issues.
As a Senior Manager, you will be required to be part of the accounting advisory team and lead the capital markets in building a long-term vision and strategy for continued business growth, setting budget targets and driving to meet budgeted performance.
Take the lead in developing transformative product offerings for accounting consulting and capital markets services and take an active role and responsibility for business development activities – such as focusing on key customer accounts, leading business development activities, designing, overseeing and presenting winning proposals to key client stakeholders.
Keeping abreast of current regional and global economic and business trends, in particular maintaining a keen interest in how these trends affect our customers so that you can help shape their thinking and our success in the marketplace.
You will also be required to have strong project management skills as the delivery role requires client management, project budgeting, finance management, training and resource management in a portfolio of clients.
Collaborate with colleagues at PwC throughout the client assignment and work as part of a team across the service line, taking ownership of the project’s accounting advisory and capital markets related areas with limited supervision from senior team members.
Assist in managing and coaching junior team members during projects and mentoring junior teammates.
The role also requires the candidate to have a solid knowledge of IFRS and be able to review and prepare technical papers for discussion with global industry experts and apply his or her critical thinking to provide our clients with high value and technically robust solutions;
The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of the area undergoing transformation as well as being strong in technical accounting and capital markets impacting clients in a range of industries.
You will be expected to build and maintain positive, productive and professional relationships with senior members of client teams.
You will also be expected to develop extensive interaction with other PwC teams such as tax, legal, and deals that require a high-level understanding of PwC’s broader offering and trends outside of your core area of expertise.
The role sits within a rapidly growing part of the CMAAS team. You’ll have access to the latest training and development tools and the support of PwC’s broader network.
requirements:
Have a business development mindset and proven track record – with a focus on winning business and building the pipeline for accounting consulting and capital markets projects in the Middle East.
Able to work independently and as part of a team at a fast pace and high energy that will translate into high quality output;
– Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire and motivate junior team members;
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, accounting or finance studies;
Mandatory qualifications: The following qualifications (qualifications) are mandatory for the candidate to perform the role: CA, ACA, ACCA, CPA;
Knowledge of one or more ERP is an added advantage. Identify opportunities to use current and emerging technology and reimagine the way we use emerging technologies to solve complex challenges
Years of Experience: 10+ years of accounting consultancy, capital markets or any other relevant experience in a large company 4.
An in-depth understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards and General Accounting Principles and a strong interest and passion for enhancing technical accounting skills;
Strong experience in capital market transactions in the Middle East region or internationally, such as bond and equity offerings in public and private offerings, IPO readiness exercises and implementation of reform plans, reporting and/or reporting on form and carve-out. from the financial statements;
Excellent organizational skills, with ability to prioritize workload with flexibility and ability to handle well under pressure and meet tight deadlines – including managing multiple projects and opportunities;
Language skills: Fluency in English and Arabic is an added advantage. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); And
The ability and willingness to travel within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Middle East and the world as dictated by the project.
At PwC Middle East, we set an ambitious goal and strive to live it every day: solving important problems and building trust in the community.
We are a community of analysts who come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustainable results. We solve important problems, and support each other as we grow, develop and build satisfying careers.
PricewaterhouseCoopers provides industry-focused services to public and private clients across assurance, audit, transaction, advisory, tax and legal services. We leverage our development legacy that brings together the collective expertise of more than 7,000 people in our region with offices in 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.
We strive to deliver consistently innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustainable results. We are proud of the strength that comes from all of our different backgrounds and experiences and value the uniqueness of everyone. We thrive on uncertainty, operate with integrity and benefit from the diverse perspectives of our teams.
If you are looking for a place that nurtures your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagine ways of working to enable you to live a more balanced life, then you are the PwCer of the future.