55 Chief Accountant jobs in Saudi Arabia

We are currently seeking passionate and dynamic Finance professionals who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide creative solutions to our guests.

As a Chief Accountant, you will be responsible for assisting in maintaining smooth operations within the Finance Department by preparing financial reports and conducting internal controls in compliance with all policies. Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Verifying the General Cashier’s report, income journal vouchers, reviewing supplier invoices, and general ledger coding of expenses.
2. Verifying supplier payments with supporting invoices, LPOs, etc., and expense reimbursements with supporting documents.
3. Reviewing payroll reports with supporting documents at month-end.
4. Preparing general ledger reconciliations and following up on contract renewals expiring.
5. Preparing, posting, and updating standard journal vouchers and adjustment journal voucher entries at month-end.
6. Reviewing the general ledger at month-end and analyzing expenses and major variances from the budget.
7. Ensuring that all accounting reports and job deadlines for other employees are met.

You should have a degree in hotel management or accounting, with at least two years of experience in a hotel environment. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and computer literacy are essential. Knowledge of Opera, Micros, FBM, and SUN System is an asset.

The ideal candidate will be results-oriented, self-motivated, and possess a positive attitude. You should have the ability to think laterally with a proactive approach and a strong drive for results. Demonstrating fair leadership, being approachable to employees, and possessing the following competencies is essential:

• Understanding Hotel Operations
• Teamwork
• Planning for Business
• Supervising People
• Understanding Differences
• Supervising Operations
• Effective Communication
• Adaptability
• Customer Focus
• Driving for Results

Collect cost information and maintain an expenses database

• Determine fixed costs (e.g. salaries, rent and insurance)
• Plan and record variable costs (e.g. purchases of raw material and operations costs)
• Review standard and actual costs for inaccuracies
• Prepare budgeting reports (for the company and for each department)
• Analyze and report profit margins
• Prepare (monthly, quarterly and annual) cost forecasts
• Assisting in month-end and year-end closing
• Identify and recommend cost-effective solutions
• Other duties assigned

• Proven work experience as a Cost Accountant, Cost Analyst, Accountant or similar role
• Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures
• In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Experience with accounting software.
• Computer literacy, MS Excel in particular (familiarity with VLOOKUPs and pivot tables)
• Excellent analytical skills with an attention to detail
• Integrity, with an ability to handle confidential information
• BSc degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant study
  

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Job Purpose:

Oversee and manage the financial accounting processes, ensuring that financial records are accurate and compliant with regulatory standards. lead the accounting team in managing general ledger activities, month-end closings, audits, and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Key Accountabilities

Manage GL activities:

• Custodian of GL & Chart of accounts mapping.
• Accurate monthly Financial Booking.
• Accurately manage, post, & verify all GL related entries.
• Review of changes to company chart of accounts and ensure accurate implementation, alignment with financial reporting requirements and proper documentation of approvals from relevant stakeholders prior to activation in the system.
• Ensure ZATCA regulations are applied and filed with coordination with the Tax consultant.

Manage P2P activities:

• Ensure Compliance with the company & Group P2P policy.
• Manage the Vendor/ Payables Master file.
• Support FSS to track & reconcile GRIR report on monthly basis and follow up on the outstanding.
• Following up for discrepancies with vendors in coordination with the ordering department and provide management with business related issues.
• Coordinates with FSS to ensure accurate booking & smooth payment process to vendors.
• Ensure implementation of proper internal controls and perform quarterly testing to validate effectiveness.

Financial Reporting:

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Upload financials to COGNOS reporting tool and ensure no reconciling items.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS).
• Conduct account reconciliations and ensure variances are cleared timely.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Regular update of Process Governance & process map in compliance with the internal controls.
• Conduct quarterly testing of internal controls and ensure effective control environment.
• Meeting Reporting Deadlines.
• Support in the preparation of BSR through communication with finance team and then presentation to management on a quarterly basis.

Manage Payroll & ERC activities:

• Ensure Compliance with the company & Group Employee Related Costs policy.
• Manage & Track company Payroll and employee Related costs on an accurate & timely manner including:
• Review Payroll posting run created by HR.
• Coordinate with HR in respect of Employees deductions.
• Ensure proper accruals for (Vacations, EOSE, Tickets, Bonuses, …,etc).

Manage Cash & Banks activities:

• Ensure Compliance of treasury policy.
• Supporting Treasury Department with treasury activities of reporting, validation, Hedge, FX deals.
• Review Banks positions & Reconciliations. Ensure allocation of funds to meet business requirements.
• Review Petty Cash position & reimbursement.

Communications & Working Relationships:

Internal: All operation department

External: All relationships are relevant

Qualification

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Experience

• 8-10 Years
• Strong accounting and manufacturing experience
• Good knowledge on ERPs (SAP).
• Understanding of Saudi Laws & Regulations.

Skills:

Personal Skills :

• Fluency in English & Arabic is essential
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to Detail
• Analytical Thinking
• Time Management
• Problem-Solving
• Integrity and Ethics

Professional Skills:

Accounting Knowledge:

Strong understanding of accounting principles, practices, and standards.

Financial Reporting:

Knowledge in preparing and presenting financial statements and reports.

Tax Compliance:

Knowledge of tax regulations and preparation to ensure compliance and optimize tax liabilities.

Regulatory Compliance:

Familiarity with laws and regulations governing financial practices.

Job Objective:
Oversee all accounting and financial operations of the company, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with applicable accounting standards,
while supporting top management with accurate financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full accounting cycle including recording transactions,
• journal entries, bank reconciliations, and account closing.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general expenses.
• Review invoices, payments, and ensure compliance with company financial policies.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi accounting standards (SOCPA) and international standards (IFRS).
• Manage and develop the accounting team.
• Support management in budgeting and financial performance analysis.
• Handle tax, zakat, and other government reporting requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years
  in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Professional certifications preferred (SOCPA, CPA, or ACCA)
• Proficiency in accounting software) such as SAP, Oracle, or Zoho Books and (MS Office, especially Excel).
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken).
• Strong financial analysis skills and attention to detail.
  

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Location: Jubail, Eastern, Saudi Arabia | Posted: 15 hours ago

We are currently seeking for passionate and dynamic Finance professionals who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide creative solutions to our guests.

As a Chief Accountant you are responsible to assist maintaining a smooth operation within the Finance Department by preparing financial reports and conducting internal controls in compliance with all policies, whereby your role will include key responsibilities such as:

• Verify the General Cashier’s report, Income journal voucher and review supplier invoices, as well as general ledger coding of expenses
• Verify supplier payments with supporting invoices, LPOs, etc. and expense reimbursement with supporting documents
• Review payroll reports with supporting documents at the month end
• Prepare general ledger reconciliation and follow up for the renewals of contracts expiring
• Prepare, post and update standard journal vouchers and adjustment journal voucher entries at the month end
• Review general ledger at month end and analyze expenses and major variations from the budget
• Ensure that all accounting reports and job deadlines for other employees are met

A very large five star hotel chain and amusement park chain requires a Chief Accountant. The Chief Accountant will be responsible for the management of daily operations for a variety of business services, including finance, budget, and grant accounting, as well as the administration of policies, personnel, planning, and purchasing.

The Chief Accountant will:

1. Analyze and review financial data, preparing financial statements and reports for both internal and external purposes.
2. Establish performance standards and conduct evaluations.
3. Take responsibility for all financial activities of the company.
4. Prepare profit and loss statement reports for each sales, administrator, and manufacturer.
5. Maintain local banking relationships, including negotiating facilities agreements and ensuring that activities are carried out within planned time frames and in context with general financial plans, targets, and interests.
6. Prepare cost centers by analyzing costing per product and its effect on Profit and Loss Accounts, controlling inventory.
7. Compile monthly financial statements, expenditure analysis, and budget control to ensure transparency within departments.
8. Authorize payments and monitor other expenditures, reporting major variances.
9. Assess financial reporting systems, accounting procedures, and investment activities, making recommendations for changes to procedures.
10. Be responsible for total accounting functions.

Minimum Requirements:

1. At least 5 years of experience as Chief Accountant in a large organization.
2. Excellent financial tools skills.
3. Knowledge of basic computer financial software usage.
4. Excellent English speaking and writing skills; Arabic speaking is a plus.

Location: Information Technology and Services - Lahore, Pakistan

Job Objective:
Oversee all accounting and financial operations of the company, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with applicable accounting standards,
while supporting top management with accurate financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full accounting cycle including recording transactions,
• journal entries, bank reconciliations, and account closing.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general expenses.
• Review invoices, payments, and ensure compliance with company financial policies.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi accounting standards (SOCPA) and international standards (IFRS).
• Manage and develop the accounting team.
• Support management in budgeting and financial performance analysis.
• Handle tax, zakat, and other government reporting requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, including at least 2 years
  in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Professional certifications preferred (SOCPA, CPA, or ACCA)
• Proficiency in accounting software) such as SAP, Oracle, or Zoho Books and (MS Office, especially Excel).
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken).
• Strong financial analysis skills and attention to detail.