Senior Manager - Finance at Daniel J Edelman Holdings

Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Public Relations, Marketing, CommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

Experience managing day-to-day finance and accounting operations as part of regional finance teams (Middle East and EMEA)
Expertise in financial planning & analysis, including annual budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, variance analysis, and providing insights to senior stakeholders
Proficiency in preparing management reporting packs and dashboards
Knowledge of general accounting functions, including accounts payable, receivable, and reconciliations
Strong understanding of financial controls, compliance with internal policies, and external audit processes
Skills in cashflow and working capital management, including monitoring requirements and influencing cashflow through client relationships
Experience in business partnering with commercial teams, pricing projects, reviewing client contracts, and participating in client/procurement negotiations
Familiarity with client base, procurement policies, and building relationships with client procurement teams
Ability to collaborate with operations teams on resource management to meet client needs and maintain profit margins
Knowledge of RHQ compliance requirements (GAZT/ZATCA, MISA), including financial reporting, documentation for benefits (headcount, spend thresholds, activity-based reporting), and liaising with advisors/government entities
Expertise in taxation matters, including provisions, compliance processes, and statutory reporting (e.g., GST, withholding tax)

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day finance and accounting operations for the KSA market as part of Middle East and EMEA finance teams
Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes; perform variance analysis and provide insights to senior stakeholders
Prepare management reporting packs and dashboards for internal review
Oversee general accounting functions, including accounts payable, receivable, and reconciliations
Ensure compliance with internal financial policies, controls, and procedures
Liaise with external auditors and ensure smooth execution of audits
Monitor cashflow and working capital requirements; positively influence cashflow by building client relationships, discussing approvals/payments, attending client offices
Coordinate banking relationships and payment cycles
Partner with Commercial team and client leads to price projects per resource plan, achieve minimum contribution margins; review client contracts and identify issues
Recommend pricing strategies aligned with agency objectives; prepare for and participate in client/procurement negotiations, escalating for senior support as needed
Translate financial data into actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders
Know client base and procurement policies; build relationships with client procurement teams
Identify contribution margin issues, propose solutions, and collaborate with COO/Director of Operations on resource deployment for client needs, team development, and profit margins
Manage RHQ financial reporting and compliance (GAZT/ZATCA, MISA); maintain documentation for benefits; liaise with advisors/government for submissions/renewals
Support leadership in maximizing RHQ incentives (tax benefits, fee reductions, privileges); monitor/report RHQ status, highlight risks, recommend solutions
Manage all tax-related matters, including provisions, compliance processes, and statutory reporting (e.g., GST, withholding tax)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Financial Planning & AnalysisBudgetingForecastingVariance AnalysisManagement ReportingAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableReconciliationsFinancial ControlsComplianceAuditingCashflow ManagementWorking Capital ManagementBusiness PartneringContract Review

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the reporting structure for this Senior Finance Manager role?

The role reports to the Regional CFO Middle East with a dotted line to the Commercial Lead Middle East.

Is this position remote or based in a specific location?

The position is based in the Riyadh office.

What are the key responsibilities that demonstrate required skills for this role?

Key skills include managing financial operations like accounts payable/receivable and reconciliations, financial planning and analysis such as budgeting and variance analysis, cashflow management, and business partnering with commercial and client teams.

What does the company culture emphasize for this finance role?

The role emphasizes cross-functional partnering with commercial and operations teams, building client relationships, and serving as a key link between senior management and the finance team.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Finance Manager position?

Strong candidates will have experience in financial planning, cashflow management, client negotiations, and building relationships with procurement teams to ensure contribution margins and operational efficiency.

Daniel J Edelman Holdings

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About Daniel J Edelman Holdings

Working at Daniel J. Edelman Holdings offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of developing comprehensive marketing and communications strategies. This company’s focus on media relations, social media, data analytics, and influencer collaborations in partnership with a major industry player like Microsoft illustrates a strong alignment with technology and strategic growth. The environment encourages collaboration and innovation, allowing employees to hone their skills in a cutting-edge and dynamic sector.

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