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Finance Manager KSA

International Permanent View Job Description
Reporting into the Country Manager, the Finance Manager will provide financial leadership, analysis, and insights to support strategic decision-making and ensure sustainable growth of the affiliate. The role will oversee all financial accounting, tax and treasury activities in addition to planning, forecasting, and performance monitoring across brands, functions, and business models (direct affiliate, distributor, agency/commission).
  • Multinational pharmaceutical brand growing into the KSA market
  • Opportunity to grow the finance department and wider business in the Middle East

About Our Client

Alfasigma is a global pharmaceutical organisation with a strong European heritage and a portfolio of branded prescription products. The company is expanding its footprint in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, focusing primarily on Gastroenterology, vascular and Consumer/Primary Care segments, with additional product launches planned in the near future.

Job Description

Financial Planning & Analysis

  • Lead annual budget, forecast, and long-range planning processes.
  • Consolidate P&L statements across product lines (e.g., Gastroenterology, Vascular, Supplements).
  • Analyse sales, gross margin, operating expenses, and provide variance analysis vs. budget/forecast.
  • Support management in evaluating strategic options (e.g., direct affiliate setup, agency model, distributor negotiations).



Business Partnering

  • Provide financial insights to Country Manager, and cross-functional teams (Sales, Marketing, Regulatory, Medical).
  • Support commercial teams in pricing, discounting, and profitability analyses.
  • Partner with Supply Chain on inventory management, demand forecasting, and cost optimisation.
  • Support evaluation of new product launches, business cases, and BD/licensing opportunities.



Reporting & Performance Management

  • Prepare monthly management reports (local + HQ format) including key KPIs and commentaries.
  • Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial submissions to Regional/Global Finance.
  • Track distributor/partner financials (commission, rebates, margins) for transparency.
  • Develop dashboards and analytical tools to support business reviews.



Governance, Risk & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with the KSA tax, accounting, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Support statutory, audits (internal and external), tax filings, and external reporting requirements.Implement and maintain strong internal controls in line with company policies.
  • Proactively identify financial risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Business (CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred).
  • Progressive Finance experience, ideally in the pharmaceutical, medical devices or other consumer driven sector
  • Solid experience in FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis), controlling, or commercial finance.
  • Strong knowledge of the KSA tax laws, IFRS, and local accounting standards.
  • Experience in SAP/ERP systems and advanced Excel/financial modelling skills.
  • Experience in building a finance and accounting function from scratch would be highly beneficial



Skills & Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
  • Business partnering mindset with strong communication and influencing skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • High integrity, accountability, and compliance orientation.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package
  • Comprehensive benefits package including schooling, annual bonus and medical insurance
  • Opportunity to join a growing pharma business in KSA
Contact
Jack McGonigle
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6949424
Phone number
+971545862829

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Controller
Sector
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
International
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jack McGonigle
Consultant phone
+971545862829
Job reference
JN-022026-6949424