Director - Finance and Control - REQ81 - DA3

Qiddiya Investment Company is a Saudi holding and development company leading major investments across entertainment, sports, and culture. The company is helping shape landmark destination projects, including Qiddiya City, through large-scale development and long-term operational planning.As Director - Finance and Control, you will play a key role in strengthening the financial foundations of City Operations. This role is focused on turning operational priorities into clear financial plans, controls, reporting, and insights, while partnering closely with finance and business stakeholders to support effective decision-making and disciplined execution.ResponsibilitiesLead financial operation, planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for City Operations in coordination with QIC FinanceDevelop service charge and cost recovery mechanisms, including inputs, calculations, reporting, and cross-functional coordinationDevelop and monitor financial KPIs, management information reporting, and performance insights to support leadership decision-makingManage budget control and cost tracking across City Operations functions, highlighting risks, variances, and cost optimization opportunitiesLead the vendor invoicing process in collaboration with City Operations teams and QIC central functionsMaintain asset registers and general ledger integrity, including reconciliations, accruals, and period-close support with QIC FinanceManage and control City Operations revenue streams by ensuring all revenue opportunities are fully utilized and that revenue is accurately recognized and recorded in the appropriate accounting periodCoordinate with Finance & Controls, City Operations functions, QIC Finance, and relevant stakeholders to align and implement financial processesRequirementsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related business field12+ years of relevant experience in finance, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, or operational financeExperience with service charge, cost recovery, or shared services financial modelsStrong understanding of financial planning, cost control, variance analysis, and financial performance managementDeep knowledge of invoicing, general ledger, reconciliations, accruals, and period-close processesExperience translating operational needs into financial plans, reports, and actionable insights, and working effectively with City Operations leaders, central finance teams, senior leadership, and business unit counterpartsMaster's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related business field is a plus