Assistant Vice President - International Finance (Riyadh)

Role Overview

Assistant Vice President - International Finance, based in Riyadh, reporting to the International Controller in London. PJT Partners is a global advisory-focused investment bank.

Company Overview

PJT Partners is a global advisory-focused investment bank delivering strategic advisory, shareholder advisory, restructuring and special situations, and private fund advisory and placement services to corporations, financial sponsors, institutional investors and governments worldwide. Through PJT Park Hill, the firm provides private fund advisory and fundraising services for alternative investment managers, including private equity funds, real estate funds and hedge funds. The firm is built on the principle that having the best people is key to building an enduring franchise, fostering an inclusive culture that welcomes differing perspectives and beliefs.

Role Purpose

To build out and manage financial capability for PJT Partners' operations in the Middle East, operating as an extension of the London-based International Finance team with autonomy to manage day-to-day financial operations effectively in the region while partnering with global corporate functions.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Close and Reporting

• Manage the close processes, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts (P&L and balance sheet) and support management and operating committee reporting.

Regulatory Compliance and Filings

• Manage regulatory filings and ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements, including the CMA and DFSA.
• Coordinate statutory audits and monitor IFRS and local regulatory developments across jurisdictions.
• Support tax compliance across the region, including VAT (ZATCA/FTA), Zakat, and Corporate Income Tax.
• Manage ZATCA e-invoicing requirements.

Treasury Operations

• Manage treasury operations including supporting cash flow forecasts, intercompany funding, and cross-border transfers.
• Support banking relationships and manage banking relationships across KSA and UAE.

Stakeholder Management

• Maintain relationships with business partners, external auditors, legal counsel, and regulatory bodies in the region.
• Partner with colleagues across the global finance function on strategic initiatives, entity structuring, and ad hoc projects as the Middle East business evolves.
• Integrate closely with the broader finance function spanning Tax, Equity, Policy, and others.

Qualifications & Experience

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent).
• 6–8 years' finance experience, including at least 4 years in the Middle East.
• Experience managing banking relationships across KSA and UAE.
• Working knowledge of ZATCA, VAT, Zakat and UAE Corporate Tax.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in finance systems (Workday, Oracle, or similar).
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Fluency in English required.
• Arabic language skills preferred.
• Highly motivated, commercially astute self-starter.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders across cultures and time zones.

Additional Information

• Resume/CV must be submitted in PDF format to be considered.