ENGIE - KSA

ENGIE is global leading energy company that develops its businesses – Power, Natural Gas, Energy Services – around a model based on responsible growth to take on the challenges of the transition to a low-carbon economy: security of supply, the rational use of resources, access to sustainable energy and climate change. The Group provides governments, communities, cities and businesses with efficient and innovative solutions based on its expertise in four key sectors: independent power development, renewable energy, liquefied natural gas and energy efficiency services

ENGIE is a global leader in low-carbon energy and services, headquartered in Paris. The Group operates across power generation, natural gas, water desalination, and energy efficiency, with strong positions in renewables, LNG, and sustainable infrastructure. ENGIE partners with governments, businesses, and communities to accelerate the transition to a carbon-neutral future

In 2023, ENGIE established its Regional Headquarters (RHQ) in Riyadh, strengthening its strategic presence in the Middle East. The RHQ drives ENGIE’s regional growth and supports large-scale projects across the energy value chain

Why Riyadh?

• As one of the Middle East’s fastest-growing capitals, Riyadh offers a unique blend of opportunity and quality of life:
• Modern housing and a high standard of living
• International schools with American, British, French, and IB curricula
• A vibrant lifestyle with global dining, entertainment, and retail
• Strong infrastructure and a welcoming expat community
• Join ENGIE in Riyadh — where innovation, purpose, and opportunity come together in the heart of the region.

Purpose of the Job

The shared service center (“SSC”) of the finance function is being set up to provide services including accounting, reporting, compliance, etc. to O&M companies (the “Companies”) owned by ENGIE in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The SSC may potentially expand to cover new power and water desalination projects in the future to achieve synergies

The Senior Finance Manager will be accountable and responsible for: leading the finance function of the Companies; to manage all financial activities and transactions of the Companies in terms of the accounting, reporting, compliance, auditing, etc.; to actively liaise with shareholder team to meet their financial management and reporting requirements; to develop and improve the performance of staff within the finance function of the SSC

Key Accountabilities

Financial Management

• Prepare the policies and procedures to ensure efficient operation of the finance function with high standards of internal control, monitor and enforce compliance.
• Ensure the ERP is implemented to its maximum potential in order to automate the business processes to improve efficiency and effective internal controls.
• Prepare the budget and medium-term plan in conjunction to the management team, monitor the financial performance by benchmarking with the investment base case and the budget.
• Lead the performance plan with the management team, including a specific medium-term action plan to improve KPIs and KFIs.
• Manage relevant statutory reporting obligations, including the annual financial audit, interface with the auditor etc.
• Ensure efficient management of cash and working capital to maximize value for shareholder.
• Detect, monitor and report opportunities and financial risks / threats to the business – secure the former, manage / mitigate the latter.
• Fulfill all financial reporting requirements for the management, the Board and the shareholder
• Ensure implementation of the best practices in terms of corporate governance / internal controls in compliance with local regulations and with ENGIE practices (INCOME framework)
• Support / undertake the role of Company Secretary with the help of local counsel. Prepare the financial information to be presented for the Board and shareholder meetings.
• Ensure compliance with the policies, regulations and financial obligations under the OMAs.
• Ensure compliance with the tax regulations, including accurate and timely filing of the various returns (annual, WHT, VAT, etc.)
• Establish synergies between the Companies and other ENGIE entities where possible, respecting contractual agreements and confidentiality.

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead the SSC finance function; provide expertise, drive and support to the finance team; develop team members to improve their performance and develop their careers where appropriate.
• Develop and maintain team consciousness with staff and management.
• Provide technical and managerial leadership to the Companies in general, in conjunction with the management team.
• Promote an ethical business culture, with a focus on excellence and continuous improvement.
• Maintain coordination with the CFOs of the project companies, the management team and other support functions of the Companies.

Qualifications

MBA and/or CPA/Qualified Chartered Accountant.

Experience

Solid experience of management of the finance department and good notion of tax laws

Manage closing and the full P&L / Balance sheet accounting 

Manage auditors for financial statements audit 

Prepare budget (not supervise or coordinate) 

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to manage tight deadlines and punctual heavy workload.
• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication, presentation and reporting capability.
• Self-directing, ability to coordinate and direct others.
• Ability to work efficiently in a broad cultural spectrum

Language

Fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory.

Knowledge of Arabic is a plus.