Consulting – Financial – Governmental Accounting and Reporting – Senior Manager (Riyadh / Abu Dhabi)
service line
Advisor
Specialization
finance
management level
guide manager
Job description and summary
Global Overview of PricewaterhouseCoopers
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PwC Middle East Overview
Established in the region over 40 years ago, PwC Middle East employs more than 4,000 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
As our Government Reporting Advisory team has grown, we currently have the opportunity for an ambitious and highly motivated Senior Manager with a proven track record of delivering high quality client projects, strong technical knowledge and a well-rounded business mindset, and the ability to work in a demanding project and turnaround environment. We would like to hear from senior managers with experience working on transformation projects about shifting accrual accounting under the International Public Sector Accounting Standards (“IPSAS”) framework and being able to support the improvement of government entities’ balance sheets shifting from cash basis accounting to accrual under privatization mandates .
Responsibilities:
As Senior Manager,
– It is expected to contribute to building and continuously updating the long-term vision and strategy for further business development. You will also take ownership of business development activities and will begin to pursue and lead the delivery of opportunities;
You will be expected to lead team members driving excellence, meet team strategy and required KPIs, and be active in developing business and thought leadership on specific accounting issues.
You will be required to possess strong Project Management (PMP) skills as the delivery role requires management of major clients and stakeholders, project budgeting, finance management, training and resource management for high profile clients. The main part of the delivery will be the creation, review and delivery of complex client deliverables which will include executive level reports all the way to detailed design documents.
You are expected to continue to develop your soft skills with a keen interest in trends in digital delivery and technology and influence cash transfers with government clients so that you can help shape their thinking and our success in the marketplace
You will be expected to manage a global mindset and be able to communicate with other colleagues across the advisory and other service lines within PwC, so that we can deliver high-value, multidisciplinary solutions to our clients
You will be expected to design, structure and customize potential solutions for our government taking into account the requirements of the public financing framework, the requirements of the International Monetary Fund, and existing financing laws within the government to ensure that our recommendations add value to our clients.
It is expected to remain on top of IPSAS and IFRS standards, and related exposure drafts that may shape the government structure to improve the value of those standards running government.
You will be expected to lead, train, coach and mentor junior employees, support their growth and chart their career path
requirements:
The candidate will be achievement oriented with the ability to be flexible and able to adapt on a daily basis. They will be able to work independently and as part of a team with a fast pace and high energy that will translate into high quality output.
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in related fields such as public administration, accounting, business administration, economics, etc. MBA is an added advantage.
Mandatory Qualifications: The following qualification(s) are mandatory for the candidate to perform the role – CPA, ACA or ACCA (or equivalent).
Preferred Qualifications: The following qualification(s) are preferred and useful for the candidate to perform the role: PMP, PFM and IPSAS certifications, digital certifications are an added advantage.
Years of Experience: 8+ years of relevant experience in IPSAS, IFRS, cash-to-accrual transfer, preferably in a professional services environment. Background in auditing and handling financial statements and accounting standards is essential
In-depth understanding of public financial management, government accounting and reporting
Strong interest and passion in people development and working collaboratively.
Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize workload with flexibility and ability to handle well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Proven soft skills in the following – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
Language skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Speaking Arabic is mandatory and English language proficiency is preferred.
Ability and willingness to work in Saudi Arabia.
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 through assurance, audit, transaction, advisory, tax and legal. We rely on 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.
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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.