Company Description

General presentation:

Providing water, energy and waste management solutions for 160 years, Veolia offers public authorities and industries with a range of water, energy and waste management services vital to human development and sustainable growth in 48 countries around the world. We continue to adapt and innovate inline with economic growth and human development by designing and implementing solutions that will have a positive impact on the environment and resources. As Veolia Resources, our goal is to build a better 21st century.

In the Near & Middle East, Veolia works with industries, governments and communities, retail and commercial businesses to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions that are needed today and in the future. Through public-private partnerships and innovative contractual schemes, Veolia is committed to achieving quantifiable results with sustainable, pragmatic environmental solutions.

Key figures:

• More than 3,000 employees in the Near & Middle East (in addition to the 5,000 for Enova which reports directly to Veolia AMO, for Facility Management and energy Efficiency contracts in the ME)
• A strong local network across the region (UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, KSA,Lebanon,Jordan, Turkey)
• 30 years of sustainable partnerships with more than 6,000 references

Job responsibilities:

To lead, manage and support all finance and procurement related activities with the use of all company policies, processes and procedures aiming to achieve the VeBes O&M (Al Wathba 2 and Allahamah) business objectives in the short, medium and long terms through continuous improvement, sound financial management and in accordance with the terms of O&M contract and the Integrated Management System.

Finance and Procurement tasks

• Ensure that all finance and procurement activities are performed in accordance with best practice, sound financial principles, company policy, company procedures, legal and contractual compliance at all times.
• Ensure the implementation and execution of activities on the Lean for Value and continuous improvement concept and principles.
• Work in close collaboration with O&M to maximize overall company performance and resource effectiveness/efficiency.
• Optimize available financial resources to meet company requirements.
• Guide and support the O&M teams with regards to all financial management and procurement aspects
• Assist with the establishment and management of service agreements with all major equipment suppliers to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure that all company policies, procedures, legal obligations and contractual obligations are implemented and followed at all times.
• Oversee and guide spare part purchasing, management and control based on best practice principles in close collaboration with the O&M Team.
• Oversee, guide and monitor all facets of the company accounting system based on efficiency, transparent and ethical principles.
• Coordinate and monitor audit processes (finance, procurement) as and when required.
• Provide advice on foreign exchange positions and risks.
• Manage all HR related financial aspects related to remuneration and benefits.

Management

• Ensure that all finance and procurement activities and responsibilities are proactively managed, monitored and performed in accordance with approved financial norms, legal and contractual requirements.
• Act as financial signatory in accordance with the approved and updated signatory matrix.
• Compile, coordinate, consolidate and monitor the VeBes O&M budget to achieve targets and objectives.
• Manage all aspects of the VeBes O&M accounts including confidentiality, bank liaison, cheque books, salary payments, electronic transfers/payments, hedging, etc.
• Manage, control and report on VeBes O&M petty cash position as applicable.
• Perform required performance appraisals.
• Ensure good and effective contractor and project management at all times.
• Ensure the availability of all suppliers by managing payments on time.
• Implement and maintain strong accounting controls in line with good corporate governance.
• Act as signatory in the company authority matrix with the required responsibility, authority and business acumen.

Environment, Health and Safety

• Ensure, promote and encourage safe work practices on site at all times.
• Support the QHSE monitoring and reporting system (Near Misses, Accidents, Unsafe Act and Unsafe condition) based on a zero tolerance approach.
• Ensure compliance to all aspects of the AD EHSM System at all times.

Team work and Collaboration

• Work in close relationship with all colleagues, sub-contractors and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate and encourage the sharing of mutually beneficial relevant information between both plants for the benefit of the VeBes O&M Company.
• Assist/support/coach/guide team members to improve performance.
• Actively contribute to achieving business goals, KPI\'s, and objectives to realise the company vision and mission.

Organizing and Reporting

• Ensure that all internal/external reporting is performed promptly and accurately to all shareholders.
• Prepare all relevant contractual reports promptly and accurately.
• Perform investigations and produce reports when required (fraud, misappropriation, etc)
• Identify, assess and guide the development/improvement of necessary reports and tools to improve overall finance/procurement and work load efficiency.
• Attend meetings, interviews, safety walks, regional events, etc. when required.

Communication

• Report all relevant information to the General Manager promptly and accurately.
• Ensure effective and prompt communication within the company.
• Liaise and communicate with stakeholders on authorized financial/procurement matters as and when appropriate.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Required

• Accredited and recognized Degree in Financial/accounting or equivalent.
• 5 years continuous experience in the industrial business environment.

Technical Skills

• Excellent numeric and financial analytical and interpretation skills.
• Excellent knowledge of financial and accounting practice and management.
• Innovative and continuous improvement mindset.
• Good knowledge of applicable local finance related legislation.

Environment, Health and Safety

• Proactive approach towards ensuring safe work practices and safe behavior.
• Excellent HSE knowledge.
• Promote environmental best practices.

Management

• Fulfill senior management responsibilities effectively and efficiently to maximize team performance.
• Manage staff through knowledge sharing, coaching and mentoring.
• Promote team building and ensure good team work.
• Perform duties diligently, professionally, reliably and ethically with attention to detail.
• Work autonomous and take initiative.
• Excellent time and work load management and able to work under pressure.

Communication

• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Communicate accurately, correctly, timely, effectively and in an appropriate manner using email, documentation and verbally.
• Excellent inter-personal, negotiation and conflict handling skills.

Team work & collaboration

• Maximum flexibility due to the nature of work.
• Ability to work in a multi-national and multi-cultural team environment.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment.

Organizing and Reporting

• Excellent and accurate report writing skills with the good use of English and technical terminology.
• Able to create new reports/software tools to be used by team members as required.

IT Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google apps.
• Proficiency in Navision and Infor.
• Proficiency in the use of shareholder accounting programs.
• Proficiency in the use of electronic banking systems

Additional Information

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

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