Senior Manager Financial Services at KPMG

Description :
Leading the delivery of strategy and business plan projects in the Financial services sector, ensuring the quality of the engagements is of the highest possible standard. Managing the resources effectively, whilst at the same time developing client relationships to develop business for the function. Rsponsibilities: Strategy development oLead business strategy studies and workshops for clients. oProduction of articulate and commercially sound feasibility studies and business plans. oArticulating the arguments supporting the results of the feasibility studies and business plans. oUsing the results of research to formulate strong and meaningful business strategies. oProducing business performance improvement strategies that aid the client in achieving their goals. oProviding a solid quality assurance approach for all projects designated. Financial Analysis oAbility to review financial models/ statements in depth and provide analytical insight with regard to investment appraisal and financial forecasts Guiding Research oEnsuring the research is of the highest possible quality, value and relevance. oLeading the provision of insightful & commercial analytical inputs for the project. oEnsuring the projects are executed in line with KPMG engagement practices. Report Preparation oReviewing and assessing all reports, ensuring the outcomes stand up to the tight scrutiny and that the results are presented in the best possible way. oTaking full responsibility for the final report and presentation. oOwning and leading client meetings and presentations, ensuring the clients requirements are fulfilled and there expectations are managed well. Other oLeading multiple projects. oManaging engagement teams, setting deliverables and evaluating performance. oLeading business development activities within the designated clients. oDeveloping and running strategy workshops. Strategic Thinker in Financial services Financial services consulting/ Advisory background Research oBroad and Indepth understanding of Financial services oUnderstanding of Islamic finance (will be a plus) oAppreciation of Financial service in the Middle East will be a plus oHighly detail orientated and Extremely accurate. oHighly capable of interpreting data. oCapable of refining high volumes data into manageable information. oAble to investigate and research designated subject matter. oInnovative and original in approach to research. oCapable of thinking outside the box. oA clear logical thought process. oHigh level of business acumen and commerciality. Fianancial Modelling and Anaysis oHigh degree of competency in preparing and reviewing financial model oDetail orientation oHigh level of competency with financial modeling tools including MS excel. Communication oFluent in English, written and verbal. oPreferably Arabic speaking oAble to clearly communicate in a concise manner. oAble to confidently present. oProven ability of good listening skills. oExcellent ability to write reports. oProficient in making proposals for clients oProven ability to prepare and deliver presentations (internally and client facing) Interpersonal oConfident and friendly approach. oExcellent team playing ability. oAmbitious. oHardworking. oDiligent. oPrepared to work the hours required of the role. oFlexible and adaptable. oAble to work to tight deadlines. Other oAble to set out clear project plans. oCapable of managing a small team. oAble to lead by example. oCapable of motivating others and self in the face of adversity. oHighly adept at account management and sales oCapable of closing sales opportunities.

Job Skills :
•MBA or qualified Chartered accountant •7-9 or 10+ (for SM) Years relevant work experience. •2-3 OR 5-6 (for SM)years management experience. •Ideally post graduate degree. •Strong Financial services sector expertise. Sector experience of at least 4-5 yea