Senior/ Chief Accountant

Senior/ Chief Accountant

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    JOB OVERVIEW

    Responsibilities:
    1. Financial Recording & Bookkeeping
    – Compile and reconcile all ledger account balances to prepare an accurate, properly classified periodic trial balance.
    – Record all financial transactions in compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
    – Maintain up-to-date ledgers, journals, and supporting financial records to ensure data integrity.
    2. Reconciliation
    – Perform daily reconciliations of bank statements, accounts payable, and accounts receivable to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly.
    – Maintain reconciliations for accrual costs, prepayments, VAT, income tax, Zakat, and other provisions.
    – Investigate and resolve account variances to ensure accurate financial data.
    3. Financial Reporting
    – Prepare monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
    – Ensure timely and accurate monthly reporting in line with company and regulatory requirements.
    – Support the preparation of specialized reports such as job costing analysis, client profitability analysis, and revenue vs. cost comparisons.
    4. Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable
    – Oversee accounts receivable collection and accounts payable payment processes, ensuring timely collection and timely payments processing.
    – Track and follow up on receivables and payables weekly.
    Prepare a weekly payment list for review and processing every Wednesday.
    5. Cost Accounting
    – Implement and maintain a cost accounting system to monitor job costs and assess profitability.
    – Analyze variances between estimated and actual costs, providing insights for improvement.
    6. Team Leadership
    – Supervise and mentor the accounting team subordinates, fostering professional development and ensuring productivity.
    – Conduct performance evaluations to align team objectives with departmental and company’s goals.
    7. ERP Systems & Process Improvement
    – Optimize the use of the company’s ERP system to improve efficiency in financial operations.
    – Identify and implement process enhancements to streamline workflows and increase accuracy.
    8. Taxation & VAT
    – Ensure compliance with financial regulations, including VAT, income tax, Zakat, and withholding tax requirements.
    – Prepare and assist tax consultants in the submission of VAT and WHT filings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
    9. Vendor & Client Relations
    – Manage financial interactions with vendors and clients, including invoice issuance, payment processing, and dispute resolution.
    – Coordinate with internal teams to address financial matters promptly and effectively.
    10. Audit Support
    – Prepare and provide documentation and explanations required for external audits.
    – Address audit findings and implement corrective actions to strengthen financial controls.

    Required Skills:
    1- Work experience
    -Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in a reputable Saudi organization.
    -At least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role.
    2- Academic qualifications
    – BS degree in accounting or equivalent, from a renowned university.
    3- Technical/Computer skills
    – Ability to generate and analyze accounting work and reports.
    – Strong understanding of the International Financial Reporting Standards.
    – MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint…) and other accounting software.
    4- Interpersonal and other skills
    – Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic.
    – Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain high attention to detail.
    – Excellent communication skills and cooperation with colleagues.

    Salary range :  15000 SAR – 18000 SAR (full package)

    Job Details


    • Offered Salary:
      Negotiable
    • Career Level:
      Senior
    • Experience:
      5-8 years
    • Gender:
      No preference
    • Qualification:
      Bachelor degree
    Company:

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