Finance Manager (Real Estate)

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About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead all financial operations for a premium residential resort in North Riyadh. This role requires a strategic financial leader who can deliver transparent, accurate, and timely financial reporting while ensuring full regulatory compliance and supporting the achievement of ambitious occupancy and revenue targets.

Key Requirements:

Minimum 8 years of real estate financial and accounting experience

At least 5 years in operational management of large\-scale residential or mixed\-use developments in KSA or the GCC

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration required

Professional accreditation (CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent) strongly preferred

Deep understanding of ZATCA compliance requirements (VAT, e\-invoicing, WHT, Zakat)

Working knowledge of IFRS standards and REGA guidelines

Proficiency in property management systems (Yardi, Yarn, or similar platforms)

Strong stakeholder management skills with experience interfacing with owners, auditors, and regulatory authorities

Fluent in English (written and spoken); Arabic proficiency highly valued

Key Responsibilities:Financial Leadership \& Reporting:

Oversee all financial operations for a large\-scale residential community with 1,100\+ units

Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts, quarterly financial statements, and annual audited accounts

Maintain open\-book financial records with real\-time transparency for ownership review

Lead budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis processes

Revenue \& Income Management:

Direct rent billing, collection operations, and revenue reconciliation across residential and commercial portfolios

Oversee utility sub\-metering, rebilling processes, and deposit management

Prepare revenue forecasts and annual rent benchmarking reports aligned with market regulations

Monitor and optimize non\-residential revenue streams including retail, amenities, and value\-added services

Budget \& Cost Control:

Develop annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with operational leadership

Monitor expenditure against approved budgets and implement variance mitigation strategies

Ensure competitive procurement practices and contract cost control

Drive cost efficiency while maintaining premium service standards

Compliance \& Governance:

Ensure full compliance with Saudi Arabian tax regulations and statutory filing requirements

Maintain segregated financial accounts and support internal control frameworks

Coordinate with internal and external auditors; provide comprehensive audit documentation

Implement and monitor financial policies, procedures, and approval workflows

Team Leadership:

Lead and develop a finance team including collection specialists and finance officers

Interface with facilities management contractors on invoice verification and cost reconciliation

Collaborate with property, leasing, and operations teams on financial planning and tenant account management

Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision\-making

Strategic Contribution:

Support continuous improvement initiatives to maxi