144 Accounting Internship jobs in Saudi Arabia

Internal Job Title:
Accounting Assistant
Business:
Lucy Electric MENA RHQ
Location:
Riyadh
Job Reference No:
4077
Job Purpose
The Accounting Assistant role is an integral part of the regional finance team, performing accounting and clerical tasks for the maintenance and processing of transactions, as well as providing processing support to the Accounts Payable & Receivable functions.

Responsible for supporting month-end process and ad-hoc assignments.

Responsible for processing invoices received for payment for all related businesses, and for undertaking the payment of creditors in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner.

A passion for numbers, accuracy, and skills in calculating figures is essential, along with keen attention to detail and able to understand and follow processes.

Job Dimensions
To undertake duties and responsibilities as required/ instructed, in a timely manner, ensuring all deadlines are met.

Key Accountabilities
These will include:

• Month-end process
• Perform month-end processing tasks and reconciliations.
• Process staff claims
• Ensure the appropriate controls are in place and followed.
• Reconcile supplier and customer statements monthly.
• Liaise with external and internal audit.
• Responsibility for maintenance and general upkeep of general ledger
• Financial Reporting and planning
• Assist with preparation of monthly management reports pack
• Preparation of cash forecasts
• Assist with the preparation of forecasts and annual budgets
• Invoice Processing
• Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received notes, using 3-way matching, and process on the D365 Purchase Ledger
• Prepare and assign non-product invoices for approval. Process authorised invoices on the D365 Purchase Ledger.
• Ensure invoices are received from bona-fide suppliers, are correctly calculated and sufficiently detailed.
• Perform an initial check on the coding of purchase invoices and expenses.
• Check to ensure that budget holders only approve invoices within the limits granted to them according to the Delegation of Authority.
• Follow up disputed invoices with budget holders and suppliers and ensure disputes are resolved in the best interests of the company.
• Calculate and process inter-company sales invoices monthly
• Payment Processing
• Generate payments schedules for authorisation
• Ensure payments are made only after they are properly authorised.
• Pay suppliers in the most cost-efficient way.
• Ensure urgent payments are made quickly and efficiently, and after proper approval has been obtained.
• Ensure all outstanding invoices are processed before purchase ledger close down dates.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills
Dealing with other ad-hoc duties when the business required.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
3 years experience in a similar role and supporting month-end process as a minimum

Degree in a related discipline is preferred

Good written and verbal communication skills

Computer literate in Microsoft Office to intermediate level

Knowledge of D365 would be an advantage

Behavioural Competencies

Able to prioritise workload effectively

Numerical accuracy

Understand and follow processes

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Good knowledge of double entry bookkeeping

Excellent telephone manner and good communication skills

Ability to meet tight deadlines

Excellent team player and thorough and professional approach to work

Our Company
Lucy Group Ltd is the parent company of all Lucy Group companies. Since its origins in Oxford, UK, over 200 years ago, the Group has grown and diversified. Today we employ in excess of 1,400 people worldwide, with operations in the UK, Saudi Arabia, UAE, India, South Africa, Brazil, Thailand, Malaysia, India and East Africa.

Lucy Electric is a global business that provides medium voltage switching and protection solutions for electrical distribution systems. Our dedication to cultivating our service provision allows Lucy Electric to offer a complete solutions package to our customers; facilitating the delivery of electricity to homes and businesses worldwide.

About Jumeirah:
Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 31 properties, including 33 signature F&B restaurants, across the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.

About the Job:
An opportunity has arisen for a
Accounts Payable
join our
Finance
team at
Jumeirah The Red Sea
. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Receiving and verifying accuracy of invoices for goods and services.
• Reviewing coding of invoices for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensuring all payments are made accurately, on time, and with the proper authorization and back-up.
• Posting invoices and preparing the weekly payment run.
• Ensuring that all early payment discounts are taken.
• Looking after creating and updating vendor list.

About You:
The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Holds 3–5 years of experience in accounting or auditing, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs at an intermediate level.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a creative and detail-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrates leadership and team management skills with effective project management capabilities.
• Brings a proactive approach to tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial operations.

About the Benefits:
Besides generous F&B benefits and reduced hotel rates across our hotels globally, this role has excellent employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant who likes to associate her/himself with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Perform month-end accounting activities such as reconciliations and journal entries.
• Coordinate with finance team to complete assigned accounting tasks within deadlines.
• Generate financial reports and statements to Managers for review.
• Respond to accounting inquiries from management in a timely fashion.
• Assist in auditing activities by providing necessary information and preparing requested documentations.
• Monitor and record financial transactions according to company policies and regulations.
• Assist the Chief Accountant in day to day accounting functions
• Overall responsibility of accounts payable function.
• Process outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data
• Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Maintain contracts of vendors and verify with payment requests.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience

• Computer operating skills, Proficiency in Excel

• Knowledge of container port terminal operations is an advantage

• Working exposure to ORACLE is an advantage

• Prioritizing workload and managing time effectively to meet critical deadlines

We are seeking an experienced Lead Accounting Assistant to join our finance administration team. The successful candidate will have extensive experience working in fast-paced, blue-chip environments, demonstrating an ability to adapt quickly and effectively manage multiple priorities. This role requires a highly skilled professional capable of business partnering, offering financial insights, and supporting decision-making at the senior management level.

• Finance Business Partnering: Provide financial analysis and support to the board and audit committees, helping to evaluate business performance and governance matters.
• Decision Support: Offer decision support to direct reports and management, assisting in financial planning, governance, and operational decision-making processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders across various business functions, both internal and external.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare and write detailed reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy in financial documentation. Use data from various sources to craft well-supported responses and recommendations.
• Administrative Excellence: Oversee administrative processes including repository management, maintaining a clear communication audit trail, and supporting the smooth flow of finance operations.
• SAP Expertise: Utilize SAP systems effectively to organize, manage, and institutionalize processes, and develop dashboards to track key financial metrics.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Collaborate across teams to formulate 360-degree perspectives on challenges and opportunities, ensuring that all aspects of finance operations are addressed.
• Adaptability & Social Savvy: Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to foster positive working relationships, with the ability to adapt to changing business needs.
• Multitasking & Time Management: Effectively manage time, juggle multiple tasks, and stay organized in a fast-paced and demanding environment.

• Education: BS in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 15+ years of relevant experience in finance and HR administrative services, preferably in blue-chip or fast-paced environments.

• Technical Skills:

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

• Strong experience with SAP and the ability to implement structured processes and dashboards.

• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English (both written and spoken).

• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, excellent time management, patience, and a high emotional quotient (EQ).
• Interpersonal Skills: Able to collaborate with various stakeholders and work effectively within a team.

• Strong business acumen and ability to provide clear and insightful financial support.
• Ability to thrive in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, both written and oral.
• Organizational mindset, with the ability to systematically approach tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.

If you are an experienced professional with a proven track record in finance administration and are ready to take on a leadership role, we invite you to apply and join our team.

We are seeking an experienced Lead Accounting Assistant to join our finance administration team. The successful candidate will have extensive experience working in fast-paced, blue-chip environments, demonstrating an ability to adapt quickly and effectively manage multiple priorities. This role requires a highly skilled professional capable of business partnering, offering financial insights, and supporting decision-making at the senior management level.

• Finance Business Partnering: Provide financial analysis and support to the board and audit committees, helping to evaluate business performance and governance matters.
• Decision Support: Offer decision support to direct reports and management, assisting in financial planning, governance, and operational decision-making processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders across various business functions, both internal and external.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare and write detailed reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy in financial documentation. Use data from various sources to craft well-supported responses and recommendations.
• Administrative Excellence: Oversee administrative processes including repository management, maintaining a clear communication audit trail, and supporting the smooth flow of finance operations.
• SAP Expertise: Utilize SAP systems effectively to organize, manage, and institutionalize processes, and develop dashboards to track key financial metrics.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Collaborate across teams to formulate 360-degree perspectives on challenges and opportunities, ensuring that all aspects of finance operations are addressed.
• Adaptability & Social Savvy: Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to foster positive working relationships, with the ability to adapt to changing business needs.
• Multitasking & Time Management: Effectively manage time, juggle multiple tasks, and stay organized in a fast-paced and demanding environment.

• Education: BS in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 15+ years of relevant experience in finance and HR administrative services, preferably in blue-chip or fast-paced environments.

• Technical Skills:

• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

• Strong experience with SAP and the ability to implement structured processes and dashboards.

• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English (both written and spoken).

• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, excellent time management, patience, and a high emotional quotient (EQ).
• Interpersonal Skills: Able to collaborate with various stakeholders and work effectively within a team.

• Strong business acumen and ability to provide clear and insightful financial support.
• Ability to thrive in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, both written and oral.
• Organizational mindset, with the ability to systematically approach tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.

If you are an experienced professional with a proven track record in finance administration and are ready to take on a leadership role, we invite you to apply and join our team.

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Position Summary

We are seeking a seasoned
Lead Accounting Assistant
with over 15 years of experience in business and HR administrative services within fast-paced or blue-chip environments. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional administrative, financial, and communication skills to support senior management and stakeholders with decision-making and governance processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level
  finance business partnering
  including financial analysis, board reports, and audit committee evaluations.
• Offer
  decision support
  to direct reports and senior management on finance and governance-related matters.
• Draft high-quality, professional business correspondence and reports.
• Manage communication threads and maintain detailed audit trails for financial documentation.
• Maintain document repositories and institutionalize administrative processes through dashboards and structured systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive 360° responses to business queries.
• Utilize
  SAP systems
  and Microsoft Office Suite to extract, manage, and report on financial and administrative data.
• Multitask efficiently in a
  fast-paced, demanding environment
  , demonstrating strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Champion a
  teamwork-oriented
  environment while maintaining professional and amicable relationships with stakeholders.
• Display adaptability and emotional intelligence to navigate varying business dynamics.

Minimum Requirements

• Education:
  Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance
• Experience:
  Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in business and HR administrative services, preferably in fast-paced or blue-chip companies
• Language:
  High English proficiency – both written and oral (Native or Fluent)

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Proven experience in
  financial reporting and analysis
  , especially for board-level stakeholders
• Strong
  business writing
  and professional correspondence skills
• Advanced proficiency in
  Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• High-level expertise in
  administrative processes
  , governance documentation, and communication management
• Solid working knowledge of
  SAP systems
  and structured information management
• Strong
  interpersonal skills
  ; ability to build and maintain productive relationships across functions
• High attention to detail, with excellent
  reporting
  and
  data interpretation
  skills
• Ability to
  multitask
  , work independently, and manage priorities under pressure
• Demonstrated
  problem-solving
  skills, emotional intelligence, and adaptability

Overview

LAWAZEM is seeking an experienced and dynamic Accountant Manager to lead our accounting team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the accounting department, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and driving improvements in financial operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of accounting principles and practices.

• Manage the daily operations of the accounting department, including oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting
• Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance and efficiency
• Prepare and present accurate monthly and annual financial statements, budgets, and forecasts
• Lead and mentor the accounting team to promote professional development and performance excellence
• Oversee the preparation and coordination of the annual audit and tax filings
• Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Collaborate with management and other departments to support strategic business goals
• Ensure adherence to accounting regulations and best practices

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred
• Minimum of 5-7 years of accounting experience, with a focus on managerial responsibilities
• Demonstrated expertise in accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Proficient in accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Arthur Lawrence is urgently looking for an Accounting Manager for a client in Riyadh, KSA. Review the job requirements below. Your immediate application will enable us to place you successfully.

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, cost control, and project accounting
• Proficient in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification is preferred).
• Experience in real estate or construction accounting is highly preferred

Arthur Lawrence is a management and technology consulting firm providing enterprise-wide business transformation and business applications implementation services. Our in-depth technical knowledge and broad experience of working with world-class companies enables organizations to leverage our capabilities in developing winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.

We are an UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified from National Minority Supplier Development Council.

The Accounting Specialist will support financial accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, compliance, reconciliation, and cost analysis. The role also includes accounts payable and receivable management, cash flow monitoring, tax compliance, and audit support, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial transactions while maintaining strong internal controls.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Budgeting & Financial Planning

• Prepare annual budgets, quarterly management accounts, and ad-hoc reports, ensuring accurate financial planning and alignment with company objectives.
• Develop financial performance reports at the Business Unit level, highlighting cost / revenue trends and identifying areas requiring corrective action.
• Prepare projected financial statements based on approved budgets to provide visibility into future financial performance.
• Maintain and update Wa’ed’s general ledger, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions in accordance with internal procedures, regulatory standards, and international accounting practices.
• Conduct monthly account reconciliations, analyzing account movements, clearing outstanding items, and ensuring accurate ledger balances.
• Review general ledger allocations, responding to queries from internal departments and preparing journal vouchers for necessary corrections or reclassifications.
• Control and monitor general ledger accounts, ensuring total debits and credits are reconciled, and all transactions align with accounting standards.
• Oversee fixed asset management, including classification, depreciation schedules, write-offs, and compliance with fixed asset accounting policies.

3. Accounts Payable

• Process and verify invoices, cash calls, disbursements, advance payments, and other ad-hoc payments, ensuring accuracy, compliance with contractual terms, and adherence to processing deadlines.

4. Accounts Receivable & Collections

• Prepare and track ageing reports, ensuring timely collection of outstanding receivables.
• Communicate collection updates to the operations team, assisting in follow-ups and resolution of overdue accounts.

5. Banking & Cash Management

• Monitor daily cash positions and bank balances, ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet financial obligations.
• Prepare cash call requests to Saudi Aramco for funding needs.
• Coordinate with banks to obtain statements, investigating and resolving discrepancies or unexpected charges.
• Prepare bank reconciliations, ensuring alignment between financial records and banking transactions.

6. Financial Reporting & Audit Support

• Prepare year-end financial statements and supporting documents, ensuring compliance with Wa’ed’s accounting policies, chart of accounts, and accounting standards.
• Liaise with external auditors, providing necessary documentation and responses during audits.
• Assist in the preparation of VC valuations, loan provisioning, and other financial workings to support financial statement entries.
• Prepare financial stewardship reports, including KPI / LOI reporting to meet Saudi Aramco requirements.
• Prepare promissory notes for entrepreneurs and conduct functional reviews or financial due diligence on loan and VC transactions.
• Develop familiarity with investee valuation exercises and the ability to conduct independent financial valuations using methodologies such as DCF, market comparables, and transaction analysis.
• Critically evaluate valuation assumptions, identifying risks, inconsistencies, or potential overstatements in financial projections.

8. Compliance, Policies & Internal Controls

• Implement and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Support process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness in financial operations.

Working Conditions

The Accounting Specialist will work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, often under tight deadlines, with a supportive finance team. The position may occasionally require extended hours or weekend work to meet reporting deadlines.

Qualifications and general competencies :

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance.
• Partial or full pursuit of SOCPA, CPA, ACCA, CMA, or CFA certification is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial management tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within teams and work independently when needed.
• Strong communication written and presentation skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of efficiency.