Accountant

Sulzer; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Competitive salary + bonus scheme

Great working environment

Job summary

Sulzer in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable professional to own the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay process, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant supplier transactions in line with company policies and IFRS. You will manage invoice processing, 3-way matching, and DoA-compliant payment runs in SAP, while coordinating with Procurement, Finance, and external vendors.

The role requires 3-5 years in AP/GL, strong SAP and Excel skills, and knowledge of KSA VAT, WHT, and ZATCA

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in Accounts Payable, General Ledger, or similar finance roles.
• Strong SAP and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Knowledge of KSA VAT, WHT, and ZATCA e-Invoicing requirements.
• Experience with international procurement, Incoterms, LCs, and intercompany accounting is preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or project-based environments is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Execute the full P2P cycle, including invoice processing and 3-way matching (PO, GR, Invoice).
• Record supplier invoices accurately in SAP with correct coding and project allocations.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and coordinate with Procurement, Supply Chain, and business stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with Purchase Order policies and the "No PO, No Pay" principle.
• Prepare and process payment runs in compliance with Delegation of Authority (DoA) and internal controls.
• Maintain AP aging reports and support cash flow forecasting activities.
• Ensure compliance with KSA VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), and ZATCA Phase 2 e-Invoicing requirements.
• Reconcile vendor statements, AP sub-ledger accounts, and GR/IR balances, resolving outstanding items promptly.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including AP-to-GL reconciliations.
• Provide required documentation and support for internal and external audits.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and P2P efficiency enhancements.
• Collaborate with Finance, Treasury, Operations, Procurement, and external vendors to ensure smooth AP operations.

Skills

English fluency

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation.

About the role

Job Summary

Responsible for end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant supplier transactions in line with company policies, internal controls, IFRS, and KSA regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the full P2P cycle, including invoice processing and 3-way matching (PO, GR, Invoice).
• Record supplier invoices accurately in SAP with correct coding and project allocations.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and coordinate with Procurement, Supply Chain, and business stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with Purchase Order policies and the "No PO, No Pay" principle.
• Prepare and process payment runs in compliance with Delegation of Authority (DoA) and internal controls.
• Maintain AP aging reports and support cash flow forecasting activities.
• Ensure compliance with KSA VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), and ZATCA Phase 2 e-Invoicing requirements.
• Reconcile vendor statements, AP sub-ledger accounts, and GR/IR balances, resolving outstanding items promptly.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including AP-to-GL reconciliations.
• Provide required documentation and support for internal and external audits.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and P2P efficiency enhancements.
• Collaborate with Finance, Treasury, Operations, Procurement, and external vendors to ensure smooth AP operations.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in Accounts Payable, General Ledger, or similar finance roles.
• Strong SAP and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Knowledge of KSA VAT, WHT, and ZATCA e-Invoicing requirements.
• Experience with international procurement, Incoterms, LCs, and intercompany accounting is preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or project-based environments is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.

What we offer you

• Excellent opportunities for development, along with a competitive salary and company bonus scheme.
• A great working environment.

Work Location: Riyadh- Industrial Area 2

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer.

We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. By supporting water and energy security, enabling the energy transition and driving the use of circular technologies, we help our customers build a better world. With more than 13’000 employees and 160 world-class production facilities and service centers across the globe, we are a globally diverse team. We value the uniqueness of all our colleagues, and we appreciate the contributions that each of us makes to the company’s success. We prioritize your health and safety and are committed to offering a work environment in which you can thrive.