ACCOUNTANT

Client of Sun Hikkari Manpower Services Corp.; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced accountant to manage vendor payments, oversee accounts receivable, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Candidates should have an accounting degree, ERP experience, and strong analytical skills. This role involves preparing financial reports, leading accounting operations, and ensuring compliance with VAT regulations. The ideal candidate has leadership abilities and experience in relevant industries such as oil and gas.

Qualifications

• Experience in Saudi tax laws and VAT compliance.
• Ability to manage budgets and financial reporting.
• Experience in construction, oil and gas, or relevant industries.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor payments and invoice processing.
• Lead Accounts Receivable operations and ensure accurate invoicing.
• Prepare financial statements and conduct account reconciliations.

Skills

Fluent English

Strong analytical skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Accounting degree

Professional certifications (CPA/CA/CMA)

Tools

ERP experience (Oracle, JD Edwards, SAP)

Job description

Overview

Manage vendor payments and invoice processing, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and internal controls, while improving accounts payable workflows. Lead Accounts Receivable operations, ensuring accurate invoicing, compliance, and process improvements while fostering team development and stakeholder engagement. Seek an accountant with experience in financial reporting, accounts payable, and analysis, fluent in English, with strong analytical skills.

The role may involve managing accounting operations, preparing financial reports, and supporting junior staff with strong analytical and leadership skills, as well as ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor payments and invoice processing, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and internal controls, while improving accounts payable workflows.
• Lead Accounts Receivable operations, ensuring accurate invoicing, compliance, and process improvements while fostering team development and stakeholder engagement.
• Prepare financial statements, conduct account reconciliations, manage payroll, analyze data, and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Prepare and review financial statements, manage audits, lead budgeting, analyze variances, and ensure compliance with internal controls and financial processes.
• Oversee daily accounting operations, prepare financial statements, handle VAT filings, and ensure compliance with certifications (CPA, CMA, CIA) where applicable.
• Prepare financial reports, assist in budgeting, ensure compliance, manage accounts payable and receivable, and support cost control initiatives.
• Maintain financial records, prepare reports, oversee tax audits, and support junior staff with strong analytical and leadership skills.
• Approve and oversee audits, tax compliance in Saudi Arabia, and ensure financial security.
• Implement and support ERP/financial modules (e.g., Oracle, JD Edwards, SAP), gather requirements, conduct training, and troubleshoot issues.
• Track costs in oil and gas operations, prepare budgets, ensure compliance, and improve cost management with ERP proficiency.
• Develop accounting systems, finalize accounts, prepare financial reports, and manage inventory with expertise in VAT and SAP.
• Lead finance and accounts teams, ensure compliance, manage budgeting and financial reporting, with strong analytical skills and knowledge of GCC regulations.
• Seek roles such as Cost Accountant or Accountant with JD Edwards ERP experience, depending on the opening, and include location in Saudi Arabia.
• Execute daily accounting operations, prepare financial reports, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide financial support with strong analytical skills.
• Lead financial closing and IFRS compliance, manage accounts receivable and payable, requiring relevant professional certification and ERP expertise.
• Oversee accounts payable processes, manage supplier relationships, ensure compliance, and provide training; requires strong accounting knowledge and software proficiency.
• Manage client relationships and projects for events and exhibitions, ensuring satisfaction, timely delivery, and budget adherence with strong communication skills.
• Manage inventory accounting, ensure accurate valuation, and monitor stock movements; requires degree in accounting and SAP knowledge.
• Develop and manage key account relationships, optimize sales operations, analyze data, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive business growth.
• Responsible for processing vendor invoices, performing reconciliations, ensuring compliance with Saudi VAT, and supporting audits with attention to detail.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Accounting degree required; professional certifications (CPA/CA/CMA) preferred depending on role.
• ERP experience (Oracle, JD Edwards, SAP, or similar) and strong accounting software proficiency.
• Experience in Saudi tax laws, VAT compliance, and GCC regulatory knowledge.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills; bilingual abilities are a plus.
• Experience in construction, oil and gas, or relevant industries may be required depending on the opening.
• Ability to manage budgets, financial reporting, audits, and cross-functional collaboration.

Locations

• Dammam/Khobar/Eastern Province - Saudi Arabia
• Dammam/Khobar/Eastern Province - Saudi Arabia