Finance Manager – Saudi Arabia
Posted date [2025-08-18]
(ID: 37020)
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About the Company DP World is a global leader in smart logistics and trade solutions, enabling seamless and sustainable supply chain operations across the world. Headquartered in Dubai, the company operates in over 80 countries with more than 560 business units and a diverse workforce of 119,000 professionals representing 164 nationalities. With integrated operations across ports and terminals, marine services, logistics, and supply chain technology, DP World delivers end-to-end solutions that connect global trade flows more efficiently. Their mission is to drive economic growth by accelerating the movement of goods and transforming supply chain ecosystems to meet the demands of modern commerce. By investing in advanced technologies—from automated warehouses to intelligent delivery platforms—DP World is pioneering a new era of trade that minimizes disruption and maximizes efficiency from origin to destination.... |
Finance Manager – Saudi Arabia
Position Overview
The Finance Manager will lead the finance function for DP World Logistics in Saudi Arabia, providing strategic financial planning, accurate reporting, and strong budget management. This role safeguards company assets, ensures compliance with local regulations, and drives financial performance through leadership, process optimization, and stakeholder engagement.
Employment Overview
Location: Saudi Arabia Jeddah
Location: Riyadh
Industry: Finance / Investment Banking
Function: Accounting / Finance
Salary: Market estimated SAR 25000–30000 monthly
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Preferred Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Core Duties
* Lead the budgeting process in coordination with the Finance Director, preparing templates and guidance for departmental heads.
* Consolidate budgets across the business and monitor adherence with variance analysis and corrective measures.
* Oversee timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with Saudi regulations and accounting standards.
* Validate and review financial data, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and reconciliation.
* Direct the preparation of management reports to support decision-making.
* Maintain cash flow forecasts and monitor CapEx projects and cost studies for business cases and proposals.
* Implement strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and optimize working capital.
* Ensure compliance with KSA financial regulations, audit processes, and governance policies.
* Manage statutory and internal audits, resolving queries and adopting recommendations.
* Build strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies including GOSI.
* Stay updated on financial policies, regulations, and best practices to ensure process alignment.
* Set KPIs for the finance team and mentor staff to improve capability and performance.
* Drive efficiency through process improvement and ensure a culture of accountability and continuous growth.
Candidate Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field (mandatory).
* Master’s degree or MBA in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration preferred.
* Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CA, or CMA strongly preferred.
* 8–10 years of senior-level finance experience in a multinational or logistics/freight forwarding company (10–12 years preferred).
* At least 5 years in a managerial capacity.
* Strong leadership and team-building skills.
* Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving ability.
* High level of integrity, ethics, and confidentiality.
* Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Life at DP World
This role offers the opportunity to be at the financial core of one of the world’s leading logistics and supply chain companies. You will work on high-impact financial strategies in Saudi Arabia, contribute to shaping the company’s growth, and build lasting relationships in the global finance and trade sector.
About the Company
DP World is a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions with operations in over 78 countries. The company specializes in port operations, freight forwarding, and trade facilitation, offering world-class services that connect markets worldwide. In Saudi Arabia, DP World is committed to supporting the Kingdom’s vision for growth and diversification by delivering financial excellence and operational efficiency.
Position Overview
The Finance Manager will lead the finance function for DP World Logistics in Saudi Arabia, providing strategic financial planning, accurate reporting, and strong budget management. This role safeguards company assets, ensures compliance with local regulations, and drives financial performance through leadership, process optimization, and stakeholder engagement.
Employment Overview
Location: Saudi Arabia Jeddah
Location: Riyadh
Industry: Finance / Investment Banking
Function: Accounting / Finance
Salary: Market estimated SAR 25000–30000 monthly
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Preferred Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Core Duties
* Lead the budgeting process in coordination with the Finance Director, preparing templates and guidance for departmental heads.
* Consolidate budgets across the business and monitor adherence with variance analysis and corrective measures.
* Oversee timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with Saudi regulations and accounting standards.
* Validate and review financial data, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and reconciliation.
* Direct the preparation of management reports to support decision-making.
* Maintain cash flow forecasts and monitor CapEx projects and cost studies for business cases and proposals.
* Implement strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and optimize working capital.
* Ensure compliance with KSA financial regulations, audit processes, and governance policies.
* Manage statutory and internal audits, resolving queries and adopting recommendations.
* Build strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies including GOSI.
* Stay updated on financial policies, regulations, and best practices to ensure process alignment.
* Set KPIs for the finance team and mentor staff to improve capability and performance.
* Drive efficiency through process improvement and ensure a culture of accountability and continuous growth.
Candidate Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field (mandatory).
* Master’s degree or MBA in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration preferred.
* Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA, CA, or CMA strongly preferred.
* 8–10 years of senior-level finance experience in a multinational or logistics/freight forwarding company (10–12 years preferred).
* At least 5 years in a managerial capacity.
* Strong leadership and team-building skills.
* Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving ability.
* High level of integrity, ethics, and confidentiality.
* Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Life at DP World
This role offers the opportunity to be at the financial core of one of the world’s leading logistics and supply chain companies. You will work on high-impact financial strategies in Saudi Arabia, contribute to shaping the company’s growth, and build lasting relationships in the global finance and trade sector.
About the Company
DP World is a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions with operations in over 78 countries. The company specializes in port operations, freight forwarding, and trade facilitation, offering world-class services that connect markets worldwide. In Saudi Arabia, DP World is committed to supporting the Kingdom’s vision for growth and diversification by delivering financial excellence and operational efficiency.
