Senior Manager - Financial Accounting Advisory Services

Job Summary

• As a Senior Manager you’ll be responsible for participating and /or managing energy sector FAAS engagements, while collaborating with the partner, senior manager and client to determine a FAAS strategy that appropriately addresses risk and manages client expectations relating to deliverables.
• To this end you’ll ensure that the FAAS engagement team understands the client’s needs and expectations and that the work product is client-focused, clear, accurate and well-presented; ensure work is delivered timely and in compliance with regulatory requirements and monitor the FAAS engageme-nt team’s performance against the budget, and alter if necessary.
• In addition identifying and communicating relevant trends, developments and key performance drivers relevant to the client will be essential as well consulting with appropriate resources on complex accounting issues and participating in sales of new FAAS work

Skills and attributes for success

• Pro- activity, accountability and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor’s degree and approximately seven years of related work experience
• At least two years of experience working in a Manager capacity
• Understanding and experience of accounting transformation and advisory within the power and utility sector
• CPA / CA / ACCA certification
• Strong technical skills and recognized cautious risk management ability
• Strong management skills to lead teams, delegate appropriately, mentor, review performance and counsel employees
• Fluent written and verbal English communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills
• Ability and comfort level in researching client inquires and emerging issues, including regulations, industry practices and new technologies
• Flexibility and willingness to travel on short notice, as necessary

Ideally you’ll also have

• Proficiency in the Arabic language
• Experience in the Middle East & North Africa region