Senior Accountant

The Applicant must be Based in Riyadh and his IQAMA is transferable. Responsibilities : Financial Reporting & Period Close : Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with

IFRS

and

SOCPA

standards. Perform detailed analysis of financial results and explain variances to management. Lead month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting. General Ledger & Reconciliation : Maintain and reconcile all general ledger accounts, including bank reconciliations, intercompany accounts, and sub-ledgers. Post and review journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and adjustments. Regulatory Compliance & Taxation : Ensure full compliance with Saudi tax laws, including

Zakat ,

VAT , and

Withholding Tax . Prepare and file periodic VAT returns and Zakat declarations with

ZATCA . Coordinate with external advisors on tax assessments and inspections. Budgeting & Forecasting : Support the annual budgeting process by gathering data, reviewing cost structures, and assisting in preparation. Monitor actual performance against budget and highlight key variances with insights and recommendations. Internal Controls & Audit Support : Develop and implement financial controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with internal policies. Act as the main point of contact for external and internal auditors; provide required documentation and explanations. Address audit findings and ensure recommendations are implemented. Team & Development : Oversee junior accounting staff, ensuring their work is accurate and timely. Provide training, mentorship, and performance feedback to accounting team members. Review work submitted by team members for accuracy and completeness. ERP System & Reporting Automation : Ensure proper use of ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and lead efforts to enhance automation and reporting. Maintain the chart of accounts and ensure proper coding and categorization of transactions. Assist in implementation of new modules or updates to the accounting system. Accounts Payable / Receivable Oversight : Monitor payables and receivables aging reports and coordinate with departments to ensure timely settlements. Validate vendor invoices and ensure appropriate approvals and documentation. Assist in cash flow forecasting and treasury management when required. Policy & Procedure Development : Help draft, review, and update accounting and finance policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with internal SOPs and support audits of internal processes. Skills Key Skills Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.) Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently. High attention to detail and a strong sense of integrity. Communication skills for cross-department coordination and reporting to executives. Strong experience with

ERP systems

(SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.). Excellent knowledge of Saudi tax law, Zakat regulations, and financial compliance. Bilingual in Arabic and English (written and spoken) is highly preferred.

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