Accountant – Energy & Utilities Projects (Saudi Nationals)

Aljomaih Energy and Water Company; Dammam; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Jomaih Energy & Water (AEW) in Saudi Arabia seeks a capable accounting professional to manage financial transactions, closing processes, and reporting for energy projects. The role emphasizes IFRS compliance, general ledger maintenance, and cashflow oversight within a dynamic infrastructure environment.

The candidate will support budgeting and forecasting, audits, and internal controls, collaborating with a cross-functional finance team to ensure accuracy and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 2-5 years of accounting experience.
• Knowledge of IFRS/GAAP and local accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Record and review financial transactions in compliance with IFRS/local accounting standards.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and prepare supporting schedules for reporting.
• Track and report on the financial performance of ongoing projects, including budgeting and cost management.
• Assist in the preparation of management and statutory financial reports.
• Ensure proper application of accounting policies, procedures, and controls.
• Support variance analysis of actual vs. budget for revenues, costs, and cash flows.
• Provide financial data and insights to assist in forecasting and budgeting exercises.
• Monitor bank transactions and prepare accurate bank reconciliations.
• Assist in weekly and monthly cashflow reporting.
• Ensure correct accounting of VAT, Zakat, and other applicable tax requirements.
• Prepare documentation to support compliance with regulatory filings.
• Prepare schedules and documentation for internal and external audits.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of effective internal controls.
• Post and maintain transactions in ERP systems.
• Contribute to improvements in financial reporting systems and tools.
• Support the finance team with financial analysis and report generation on an as-needed basis.

Skills

IFRS/GAAP

ERP systems

Excel

Analytical mindset

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Oracle Fusion ERP

Job description

Al Jomaih Energy & Water (AEW) in Saudi Arabia seeks a capable accounting professional to manage financial transactions, closing processes, and reporting for energy projects. The role emphasizes IFRS compliance, general ledger maintenance, and cashflow oversight within a dynamic infrastructure environment.

The candidate will support budgeting and forecasting, audits, and internal controls, collaborating with a cross-functional finance team to ensure accuracy and regulatory adherence.