Manager - FS

Job Title: Manager/Associate Director Function: Accounting and Reporting Consulting (ARC) Location: Riyadh Role & Responsibilities Uniqus is seeking looking for an experienced and driven Manager/Associate Director with a Financial Services background to join our ARC team. The role involves delivering high-impact advisory services to clients in the banking, insurance, asset management, and fintech sectors, with a focus on complex IFRS matters, regulatory reporting, and transaction accounting. This role provides an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile FS clients and complex financial reporting engagements in a fast-paced and dynamic market. Responsibilities: • Lead high-impact accounting advisory engagements for clients across banking, insurance, and investment sectors • Provide technical guidance on IFRS (including IFRS 9, IFRS 17, IFRS 7, IFRS 10, IFRS 16) and regulatory reporting standards • Advise on complex financial transactions, standard implementations, and transformation programs • Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements and accounting policies • Develop strategic client relationships and act as a trusted advisor to senior finance leaders • Drive business development efforts including proposals, pitches, and new client acquisition • Manage multiple project teams, ensuring quality delivery, client satisfaction, and efficient resource utilization • Collaborate with global delivery teams and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver seamless, tech-enabled solutions • Mentor and coach junior team members, contributing to talent development and capability building >> THE INDIVIDUAL • 7+ years of experience in accounting advisory, financial reporting, or audit, with a strong focus on Financial Services clients • Deep technical expertise in IFRS, especially standards impacting FS clients (IFRS 9, IFRS 17, IFRS 7, etc.) • Prior experience in a Big 4 or leading consulting firm is highly preferred • Proven experience in client engagement, solution delivery, and team leadership • Strong understanding of the regulatory environment in the GCC • Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills • Professional qualification: SOPCA/CA/ACCA/CPA • Arabic language proficiency is an advantage