View Vacancy - SRR - Corporate Services Manager, Finance (EO)

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Finance

The British Embassy Riyadh has a vacancy for a Corporate Services Manager, Finance for a fixed-term contract of two (2) years.

The jobholder will provide accurate forecasting, budget management, and financial administration, and will ensure that the KSA Network (covering Riyadh, Jeddah, and Al Khobar) meets audit requirements in preparation for ACCA/ NAO audits. They will also be the line manager for two (2) staff members.

 

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Lead on the operational management of Post’s/ Embassy’s day-to-day finances and supervision to improve/ maintain financial performance and compliance indicators (FPCI) and key performance indicators (KPIs). Actively engage with the Finance and Procurement Hubs to inform colleagues of Post’s compliance with the ‘Purchase to Pay’ model. Manage high value contracts effectively.
  • Budget management and presenting financial reports to Senior Management and Partners Across Government (PAGs) as required.
  • Oversee the preparation and submission of the Quarterly VAT claims for the KSA network
  • Lead on Mid-Term Financial Planning (MTFP) for the Network, liaising with stakeholders to understand financial requirements.
  • Accurately forecast the annual costs for the Network and ensure the budget remains within 1% of the Network’s allocation.
  • Prepare and submit Overseas Accounting Return (OAR) to the Finance Directorate.
  • Manage administrative and capital spend in line with the Directorate. Actively liaise with the Network’s Account Manager in the Directorate.
  • Provide financial support and guidance to resident PAGs and increase awareness of policies and procedures that underpin ‘One HMG Overseas.’
  • Review audit requirements and ensure all records are maintained to the correct standard.
  • Maintain ACCA requirements and prepare annual responses.
  • Identify and maximise efficiencies and responsibilities to meet the demands of a busy Network and maintain a working knowledge of wider Corporate responsibilities.
  • Line manage up to two (2) staff members. Ensure the team have the right skills to complete their roles and efficiently produce reporting and invoices to support income generation and maintain the Network’s finances in line with the Directorates guidelines
  • Contribute to activity within the wider Embassy, including support on high profile visits and other cross-cutting Corporate tasks and participating in the Embassy’s emergency planning and any other response to a crisis affecting UK citizens. 

The above list is not exhaustive and the jobholder will be required to be flexible and take on other ad hoc tasks as required. 

 

Key behaviours required:

  • Making Effective Decisions - Use evidence and knowledge to support accurate, expert decisions and advice. Carefully consider alternative options, implications and risks of decisions.
  • Changing and Improving - Seek out opportunities to create effective change and suggest innovative ideas for improvement. Review ways of working, including seeking and providing feedback.
  • Working Together - Form effective partnerships and relationships with people both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds, sharing information, resources and support.
  • Delivering at Pace - Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.

Eligibility:

The successful applicant will be required to obtain the necessary security clearance. Higher clearances can be granted only to certain nationalities. For this reason, candidates must be of British, American, Australian, Canadian, or New Zealand nationality in order to gain the level of clearance required.

The position is available to current holders of valid Saudi residence permits or transferable iqamas. The successful candidate will be required to transfer their sponsorship to the British Embassy.

  • Strong financial and budget management skills. Previous experience in finance management and a minimum of two years’ experience in budget management.
  • Excellent English Language skills, both written and spoken. Able to express ideas and messages clearly and concisely.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a strong customer focus. Able to maintain a range of contacts to build effective working relationships and work well with staff and teams within the Network.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Teams), particularly Excel. Accurate typing and proofreading skills.
  • Previous line management experience.
  • Familiarity with Oracle-based applications for finance and procurement (including Hyperion and OBIEE).
  • Holds a relevant finance/ accounting (ACCA, CIMA, CFA, etc.) or business qualification or is currently pursuing one.
  • Familiarity with UK government/ public sector processes and policies on financial and budget management.
  • Experience of working in the GCC and/ or wider Middle East region.
  • Familiarity or relevant experience in corporate services.
  • Arabic language skills.
Changing and Improving, Making Effective Decisions, Delivering at Pace, Working Together
12 July 2022
Executive Officer (EO)
Fixed Term, Full-time
35
24 months
Middle East & North Africa
Saudi Arabia
Riyadh
British Embassy
1
SAR
11,097.26
18 September 2022

The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role.

Salary details:

  • Base Salary including Eid bonus - SAR 8,557.81
  • Housing Allowance - SAR 2,139.45 (subject to eligibility)*
  • Travel Allowance - SAR 400 (subject to eligibility)*
  • Total - SAR 11,097.26

*Allowances are not payable to staff who receive official provision for such expenditure in some other form.

No accommodation and relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.

 

This position is full-time, based on 35 hours per week. Normal working hours for the Embassy are from 08:00 to 15:00 from Sunday to Thursday, with core working hours from 10:00-15:00. Core working hours is the period of the day that employees are required to be at work. The working day outside of the core hours is a flexible period, which allows employees to choose when they work, subject to operational needs.  Flexible working arrangements may be considered based on operational requirements and agreement with the line manager, and in line with FCDO and Embassy policies.

The jobholder will be required to be flexible in their approach to hours worked as these will be dictated by operational needs and may involve working out of hours.

The successful candidate will be subject to a 90-day probationary period.

How to apply:

Interested candidates must attach 1) an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and 2) a covering letter stating how you meet the requirements of the role.

Your application must also include examples of when you have demonstrated the required behaviours in the Behaviours Questions section of the online application form.

Applications that do not include these information will not be considered.

The closing date for applications is at 23:55 KSA local time on 12 July 2022.

Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.

Due to the large number of applications we receive, only those shortlisted for the next step in the recruitment process will be contacted.

The start date mentioned in the advert is an assumed start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances, medical clearance and reference checks. 

 

The British Embassy Riyadh is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy is subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Saudi Arabia employment law.

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This opportunity is closed to applications.