VP Finance📣 إعلان

About Riyadh University of Arts

Riyadh University of Arts (جامعة الرياض للفنون), or RUA, is a forward-thinking institution dedicated to cross-cultural arts education and creative innovation in the Middle East. Located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, RUA fosters bold ideas, cultivates industry and academic collaboration, and rethinks creative education to create a space for global ideas to flourish. As the first of its kind in the MENA region, RUA serves as a center of creativity, knowledge, and innovation, contributing to shaping Saudi Arabia’s cultural ecosystem and creative economy in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.

The Role of VP Finance

RUA is seeking a VP Finance to provide strategic financial leadership and ensure the university's fiscal health and sustainability. This full-time role involves overseeing all financial operations, advising the President and Board of Trustees on fiscal matters, and implementing robust financial policies and procedures. The successful candidate will serve as a key steward of the university's financial decisions and assets, contributing to its long-term economic stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide visibility into the financial metrics and status of the University to the President and Board of Trustees.
• Implement Board decisions through the establishment of policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Represent the University to external stakeholders, including auditors, regulatory authorities, and donors.
• Advise the President and Board of Trustees on all fiscal matters and serve as the steward for all financial decisions.
• Ensure financial sustainability and well-being by exercising control over University budgets and program fee structures.
• Provide timely reporting, monitor cash flow, safeguard all financial assets, and prevent institutional risk and liability.
• Establish strong fiscal processes and policies that ensure long-term economic sustainability and promote a culture of responsible fiscal operations.
• Lead the annual operating and capital budget/planning processes, financial risk assessment, and financial reporting and analysis.
• Oversee accounting operations and service delivery for the Finance Department.
• Direct the creation and management of financial systems/procedures, payroll processing, general accounting, and interim and year-end closing.
• Manage working capital and finalize annual reports.
• Ensure the accuracy of all fiscal activities, including accounting, budgeting, procurement, tax, legal, compliance, and financial reporting.
• Establish a strong controllership and accounting function for timely accounts receivable, accurate payroll/expense operations, and proactive investment management.
• Coordinate with auditors and other external stakeholders.
• Set up and maintain digital finance information systems catering to all functions within the Finance Office.
• Build a robust procurement function that delivers maximum value to all university purchases.
• Establish strong processes to ensure legal, statutory, regulatory, and tax compliance.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in finance leadership roles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex financial operations and strategic fiscal planning within an institutional setting.
• Proven experience in establishing and maintaining strong financial controls, compliance frameworks, and digital finance systems.
• Strong leadership, advisory, and communication skills to engage with senior management, the Board, and external stakeholders.

Work Environment

The VP Finance will operate within a dynamic and culturally inspiring environment at Riyadh University of Arts. This role is integral to the university's mission of integrating culture and arts, empowering students, and contributing to the growth of Saudi Arabia’s cultural sector.

Application Information

We invite qualified candidates to apply for this full-time position and contribute to shaping the ambitious cultural future of the Kingdom.