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We re looking for a Compliance Officer/Manager who is excited to help us build the region s #1 digital lender for SMEs. You ll have the unique opportunity to join us almost at the start of our mission to re-invent finance in the Middle East. And if it matters to you, we are strongly committed to the principles of Islamic Banking as we embark on this exciting journey. Funding Souq s mission is to enable a reliable financing solution for the region s underserved SMEs and beyond!

Responsibilities:

Contribute to and lead the development of compliance policies and procedures whilst

ensuring compliance with SAMA regulations.

Responding to questions from the business in a timely manner and providing

support in training employees on a regular basis.

Collate monthly and quarterly Management information and update management of key achievements/ developments in the Compliance Program.

Identify upcoming changes in SAMA regulations.

Create/update money-laundering risk analysis and ensure adequate monitoring.

Facilitate the signing of contracts with funding applicants.

Perform tasks as assigned by the direct manager or executive director.

The Role:

We re looking for a Compliance Officer/Manager who is excited to help us build the region s #1 digital lender for SMEs. You ll have the unique opportunity to join us almost at the start of our mission to re-invent finance in the Middle East. And if it matters to you, we are strongly committed to the principles of Islamic Banking as we embark on this exciting journey. Funding Souq s mission is to enable a reliable financing solution for the region s underserved SMEs and beyond!

Responsibilities:

Contribute to and lead the development of compliance policies and procedures whilst

ensuring compliance with SAMA regulations.

Responding to questions from the business in a timely manner and providing

support in training employees on a regular basis.

Collate monthly and quarterly Management information and update management of key achievements/ developments in the Compliance Program.

Identify upcoming changes in SAMA regulations.

Create/update money-laundering risk analysis and ensure adequate monitoring.

Facilitate the signing of contracts with funding applicants.

Perform tasks as assigned by the direct manager or executive director.

Company Industry

• Banking
• Broking

Department / Functional Area

• Administration

Keywords

• Compliance Officer/Manager

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The Senior Compliance Officer is responsible for implementing all compliance activities to ensure Company follows internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. This role includes developing and maintaining the company-wide compliance program, including AML and counter-terrorism financing efforts. It also ensures that all policies, procedures, and controls meet the standards set by Company, CMA, and SAMA.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Acts as the first point of contact for regulators, shareholders, brokers or banks in regards to Anti-Money Laundering & Combating Terrorism issues.
• Advises on regulatory developments and track changing compliance issues.
• Ensures that COMPANY operates within all applicable laws and regulations.
• Assesses the level of awareness of employees regarding all related rules and regulations.
• Assists in improving the level of awareness of the employees regarding money laundering and COMPANY’s policies & procedures in general.
• Review, maintain, and update policy for customer identification and verification procedures including checking government lists.
• Review, maintain, and update procedures and reviews activities for monitoring suspicious activity including provisions for confidentiality, and improves the control structure and mechanism.
• Develops and implements COMPANY’s compliance program and the rollout of compliance policy and procedures.
• Ensures full compliance with the relevant rules and regulations in the scope of KYC, insider trading, client account opening procedures, client complaints, code of conduct, money laundering, incidents and complaints reporting, legislation on securities business and all other relevant local legislations.
• Ensures that all the employees conduct business transaction according to the highest international standards of ethical business conduct set by the CMA code of conduct.
• Identifies COMPANY’s risk and exposure with respect to size, business lines, customer base and geographic location.
• Initiates the implementation of applicable laws and regulations falling under the Senior Compliance Officer’s responsibilities.
• Liaises and works closely with line management, Compliance, Audit and Risk Control on all AML & combating terrorism compliance requirements to improve processes and reduce risks to clients and to COMPANY, with specific emphasis on Operations.
• Liaises with internal and external agencies (i.e. regulatory bodies and auditors) to enforce compliance with rules and regulations and to recommend good practices and acts as the contact person for the Saudi Arabia authorities (CMA / SAMA).
• Monitors activities of clients’ accounts to ensure compliance with anti-money laundering regulations.
• Performs anti-money laundering and “know your customer” checks and client due diligence.
• Prepares and provides regular AML training to the employees and liaises with local regulators on AML issues.
• Prepares trainings on compliance’ related topics.
• Provides full coverage of AML compliance across all aspects of the business, reviews policies and procedures.
• Reviews advertising, disclosures, notices, compliance-related regulatory reports and forms to assure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Reviews new accounts, address changes and other similar activities to identify any transactions that may be in violation of anti-money laundering regulations.
• Undertakes special assignments as required involving investigations into AML cases, frauds, forgeries etc.
• Cooperating with regulatory and law enforcement authorities (e.g. preparation of suspicious transaction and order reports, handling information requests).
• Preparing, reviewing and submitting the periodic reports required by the legislative authorities.
• Review, approve, and submit IFSAH notifications and corporate actions.
• Review, approve, and submit Company funds T&Cs to CMA.
• Handel Market Manipulation cases received by CMA.
• Conduct the work with integrity and responsibility

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor Degree in Legal, Business Administration, or any related major.
• Experience: +2 years with any related experience.
• Specialized knowledge : Investment banking and CMA/Tadawul regulations.
• Professional Certification: CME-1, CME-2, & CME Advanced Qualification Examinations in AML/CTF and Compliance.

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Other
• Industries Financial Services, Investment Banking, and Investment Management

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As a people-first organization, AVANA Companies is the sum of our team members. Our team is the heart of our organization, across all our brands.  Given everything they bring to the table, our goal is to enrich their lives as much as we enrich the lives of our clients and partners. At the end of the day, our passion is our people, and our purpose is to deliver Capital for a Better Tomorrow. As a united team, we passionately pursue that purpose – ultimately creating a lasting impression on our own lives and the lives of people around the world. We’re lucky that every day we get to collaborate and work together to accomplish that. It’s one of the many factors that make us a family of companies .

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Mission:
The Compliance Officer will ensure the financial transactions, business activities and general operations adhere to the principles of Shariah law, including compliance oversight, policy development, auditing and risk management, stakeholder communication and ethical advocacy.

Key Performance Indicators:
• The % of the organization's assets that comply with Sharia principles, including investments, financing activities, and other financial instruments that align with Islamic finance guidelines.
• The amount of time taken to obtain approval from authorities for new financial products, contracts, or business activities.
• Drafting, implementing and training of business operations procedures for new staff within 60 days of onboarding.
• The # of findings from compliance audits or assessments and the % time taken to remediate any issues identified.
• The accuracy and timeliness of regulatory reports submitted by the organization.

Responsibilities:
• Ensures that the organization complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards applicable to its operations including AML, KYC requirements
• Acts as primary liaison between the organization and regulatory authorities, industry associations, and other external stakeholders.
• Scrutinizes contracts, agreements, and business practices to ensure they are free from interest (riba), uncertainty (gharar), speculation (maisir), and unethical investments.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures that align with Shariah principles and regulatory requirements. This will involve creating guidelines for permissible investments, ethical business practices, and customer interactions that adhere to Islamic finance principles.
• Monitors the organization's activities to detect any violations of laws, regulations, or internal policies. Investigates potential breaches, documenting findings, and reporting them to senior management and regulatory authorities as required.
• Provides training and educational sessions to employees to ensure they understand Shariah compliance requirements and their implications for business operations.
• Audits and monitoring activities to assess the organization's compliance with Sharia principles. This involves reviewing financial records, conducting on-site inspections, and investigating any potential breaches of Sharia compliance.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Certificate in Islamic Finance (PCIF) Certification
• Proven experience in a similar leadership role, with a track record of successfully implementing technology strategies.
• Strong technical compliance and lending knowledge and understanding of legal requirements, regulations and Sharia Lending practices
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to align technology initiatives with organizational goals.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with the ability to anticipate and mitigate potential risks and challenges.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Compliance Officer may be required to perform other related duties as requested by the management team.

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Job Summary:

The primary purpose of the payroll compliance officer's role is to audit payroll processing reports to ensure accuracy and to resolve any discrepancies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Reviewing and auditing payroll records and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and company policies
2. Assisting in the development of payroll policies and procedures
3. Monitoring changes in payroll-related laws, regulations, and best practices
4. Identifying any issues or discrepancies in payroll processing and working with relevant parties to correct them
5. Ensuring accurate and timely payment of salaries, benefits, and taxes
6. Preparing and maintaining accurate reports and records of payroll transactions
7. Participating in audits by internal and external auditors
8. Consulting with management to address and resolve payroll compliance issues
9. EPR Microsoft Dynamics AX 365 experience

Requirements

Educational /Licensure:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required.

Professional Experience:

Five plus years of related experience in payroll department required.

Specialized knowledge:

1. Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, and internal control.
2. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
4. Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
5. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
6. Proficient with payroll software.

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 12,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 370,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.

Line of Service: Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector: Not Applicable

Specialism: IFS - Finance

Management Level: Associate

Job Description & Summary:

The Firm Tax team is a part of the PwC Middle East Group’s OneFinance function. The team supports on all levels of the firm’s tax activity and is organized into three (3) subfunctions: Compliance & Audit; Governance & Risk; and Legal & Tax Advisory. This role is intended to support the Compliance & Audit subfunction.

The ME Firm Tax Compliance & Audit Senior Associate’s role is for a tax accountant who is responsible for handling tax activities for the PwC ME Group entities under the supervision of the ME Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (Subfunction) Lead and working together with the wider Firm Tax team as well as finance tax specialists across the ME region.

The main focus of the tax accountant is to support the Compliance & Audit subfunction in all tax compliance and audit related matters for the region. This includes optimising PwC’s tax position, minimising tax leakage, managing tax risks, and understanding the tax implications of cross border transactions and the business operating model.

Specifically, this will require data collection, validation and preparation of various tax compliance and reporting requirements across the region. Activities and responsibility will include: preparation of corporate income tax, withholding tax (WHT) and value added tax (VAT) returns; preparation of responses to tax authority audits and inquiries; responding to tax related questions posed by other internal firm services (IFS) functions as well as, at times, client facing (Line of Service (LoS)) teams on tax issues encountered in their day to day operations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Compliance:

• Prepare corporate income tax returns for the PwC ME Group entities for review by the Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (subfunction) Lead, ensuring submission deadlines are adhered to.
• Prepare WHT returns for the PwC ME Group entities for review by the Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (subfunction) Lead, ensuring submission deadlines are adhered to.
• Prepare VAT returns for the PwC ME Group entities for review by the Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (subfunction) Lead, ensuring submission deadlines are adhered to.
• Reconcile tax to statutory accounts.
• Reconcile and validate accounts and accounting entries as required (including payroll taxes, customs and excise duties, stamp duty, etc).
• Deliver internal analysis/reports to Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (subfunction) Lead, flagging key risks, exposures etc., as well as tax opportunities.
• Work with the wider Firm Tax team and local Tax LoS Specialists to understand tax laws and regulations in various jurisdictions within the Middle East.
• Responsible for guiding transactions within the wider OneFinance team to optimise the management of tax liabilities.

Audit:

• Provide inputs for all tax audits conducted by Firm Tax/Global Team/External Auditors.

Other:

• Organize and conduct special analysis as required.
• Assist with effective tax training and appropriate support for the business.
• Consolidate, analyse and challenge tax report inputs from LoS/local teams/other finance teams as appropriate.
• Be actively involved in business development activities to help identify and solve complex tax challenges.
• Refine tax policy and procedure documentation and ensure proper implementation and adherence across the ME Group.
• Develop strong working relationships and interface with all stakeholders across the ME Group.
• Be actively involved in and a positive influence on team recruiting, development, training and retention.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Law or a related field required.
• Certified Tax Accountant, Certified Practicing Accountant or similar.

Language:

• Bi-lingual English/Arabic. Fluency in written and spoken English & Arabic.

Overall Experience:

• 2-4 years of tax experience.
• Previous experience with corporate tax, withholding tax, VAT and payroll is required.
• An understanding of other taxes would be an advantage.

Specific Experience:

• Must have tax corporate income tax accounting and compliance experience.
• Experience in the Professional Services industry in a top tier (Big 4) firm would be an advantage.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of general/international accounting standards and practices.
• High level of analytical and quantitative ability required to perform complex financial and transactional tax and accounting functions and ad hoc reporting functions, including proficiency with computer based modelling and analytic techniques.
• Ability to adhere to procedures, controls and policies for functional areas of responsibility.
• Organization, thoroughness, eye for detail, time management skills and proactivity required.
• Excellent people management skills required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required to effectively work with professional resources in accounting areas.
• Ethical conduct.

Travel Requirements: Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No

Government Clearance Required? No

Career Opportunities with Avana Companies

A great place to work.

As a people-first organization, AVANA Companies is the sum of our team members. Our team is the heart of our organization, across all our brands. Given everything they bring to the table, our goal is to enrich their lives as much as we enrich the lives of our clients and partners. At the end of the day, our passion is our people, and our purpose is to deliver Capital for a Better Tomorrow. As a united team, we passionately pursue that purpose – ultimately creating a lasting impression on our own lives and the lives of people around the world. We’re lucky that every day we get to collaborate and work together to accomplish that. It’s one of the many factors that make us a  family of companies .

Want to learn more about how you can join our family? View our openings below and be sure to check back often, as our family is constantly growing!

Mission:
The Compliance Officer will ensure the financial transactions, business activities and general operations adhere to the principles of Shariah law, including compliance oversight, policy development, auditing and risk management, stakeholder communication and ethical advocacy.

Key Performance Indicators:
• The % of the organization's assets that comply with Sharia principles, including investments, financing activities, and other financial instruments that align with Islamic finance guidelines.
• The amount of time taken to obtain approval from authorities for new financial products, contracts, or business activities.
• Drafting, implementing and training of business operations procedures for new staff within 60 days of onboarding.
• The # of findings from compliance audits or assessments and the % time taken to remediate any issues identified.
• The accuracy and timeliness of regulatory reports submitted by the organization.

Responsibilities:
• Ensures that the organization complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards applicable to its operations including AML, KYC requirements
• Acts as primary liaison between the organization and regulatory authorities, industry associations, and other external stakeholders.
• Scrutinizes contracts, agreements, and business practices to ensure they are free from interest (riba), uncertainty (gharar), speculation (maisir), and unethical investments.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures that align with Shariah principles and regulatory requirements. This will involve creating guidelines for permissible investments, ethical business practices, and customer interactions that adhere to Islamic finance principles.
• Monitors the organization's activities to detect any violations of laws, regulations, or internal policies. Investigates potential breaches, documenting findings, and reporting them to senior management and regulatory authorities as required.
• Provides training and educational sessions to employees to ensure they understand Shariah compliance requirements and their implications for business operations.
• Audits and monitoring activities to assess the organization's compliance with Sharia principles. This involves reviewing financial records, conducting on-site inspections, and investigating any potential breaches of Sharia compliance.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Certificate in Islamic Finance (PCIF) Certification
• Proven experience in a similar leadership role, with a track record of successfully implementing technology strategies.
• Strong technical compliance and lending knowledge and understanding of legal requirements, regulations and Sharia Lending practices
• Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to align technology initiatives with organizational goals.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with the ability to anticipate and mitigate potential risks and challenges.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Compliance Officer may be required to perform other related duties as requested by the management team.

Syarah is on a mission to change how people buy their cars in Saudi and. We offer buyers an end-to-end digital car buying experience where they can buy their next car from the comfort of their living rooms. Under the hood, we build systems to manage sourcing of cars, inspection, photography, merchandising, reconditioning, financing, insurance, shipping and many more. Our goal is to turn car buying into an experience of delight, comfort and peace of mind.

We are on the lookout for ambitious, competitive, growth-minded professionals to help us continue to harness technology to delight our customers and achieve our ambitious growth objectives in the auto sector.

• Assist the Director in day-to-day management of departmental tasks, including scheduling, follow-ups, and progress tracking.
• Draft, prepare, and maintain departmental reports, correspondence, and documentation in both Arabic and English.
• Coordinate and follow up on compliance matter with relevant government departments and regulatory authorities.
• Assist in preparing presentations, dashboards, and reports for management and board review.
• Organize and maintain departmental records, including compliance documentation, licenses, and legal renewals.
• Liaise with internal teams and other departments to ensure timely submission of required data and information.
• Handle confidential information with integrity and maintain professional discretion.
• Arrange meetings, prepare agendas, and document minutes for follow-up actions.
• Provide translation support (Arabic–English) when required.
• Support the Director in project tracking, risk monitoring, and documentation for compliance audits.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in administrative/financial planning/compliance support roles.
• Languages: Fluent in Arabic and English (both written and spoken).
• Skills: Strong organizational and documentation skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, ability to work under pressure, and knowledge of compliance processes and dealing with government authorities.

Syarah is on a mission to change how people buy their cars in Saudi and. We offer buyers an end-to-end digital car buying experience where they can buy their next car from the comfort of their living rooms. Under the hood, we build systems to manage sourcing of cars, inspection, photography, merchandising, reconditioning, financing, insurance, shipping and many more. Our goal is to turn car buying into an experience of delight, comfort and peace of mind.

We are on the lookout for ambitious, competitive, growth-minded professionals to help us continue to harness technology to delight our customers and achieve our ambitious growth objectives in the auto sector.

• Assist the Director in day-to-day management of departmental tasks, including scheduling, follow-ups, and progress tracking.
• Draft, prepare, and maintain departmental reports, correspondence, and documentation in both Arabic and English.
• Coordinate and follow up on compliance matter with relevant government departments and regulatory authorities.
• Assist in preparing presentations, dashboards, and reports for management and board review.
• Organize and maintain departmental records, including compliance documentation, licenses, and legal renewals.
• Liaise with internal teams and other departments to ensure timely submission of required data and information.
• Handle confidential information with integrity and maintain professional discretion.
• Arrange meetings, prepare agendas, and document minutes for follow-up actions.
• Provide translation support (Arabic–English) when required.
• Support the Director in project tracking, risk monitoring, and documentation for compliance audits.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in administrative/financial planning/compliance support roles.
• Languages: Fluent in Arabic and English (both written and spoken).
• Skills: Strong organizational and documentation skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, ability to work under pressure, and knowledge of compliance processes and dealing with government authorities.

• Assist the Director in day-to-day management of departmental tasks, including scheduling, follow-ups, and progress tracking
• Draft, prepare, and maintain departmental reports, correspondence, and documentation in both Arabic and English
• Coordinate and follow up on compliance matter with relevant government departments and regulatory authorities
• Assist in preparing presentations, dashboards, and reports for management and board review
• Organize and maintain departmental records, including compliance documentation, licenses, and legal renewals
• Liaise with internal teams and other departments to ensure timely submission of required data and information
• Handle confidential information with integrity and maintain professional discretion
• Arrange meetings, prepare agendas, and document minutes for follow-up actions
• Provide translation support (Arabic-English) when required
• Support the Director in project tracking, risk monitoring, and documentation for compliance audits
  
  

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, or a related field
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in administrative/financial planning/compliance support roles
• Languages: Fluent in Arabic and English (both written and spoken)
• Skills: Strong organizational and documentation skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, ability to work under pressure, and knowledge of compliance processes and dealing with government authorities