Accountant - Saudi Arabia

العربى للتوظيف; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A local hiring firm in the Riyadh Region is seeking an experienced accountant to manage payroll, prepare financial reports, and assist in budgeting. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with accounting software and advanced Excel skills. A BSc in Accounting or Finance is required. This role is based in Riyadh and is crucial for maintaining financial accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with accounting software like FreshBooks and QuickBooks.
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables.
• Experience with general ledger functions.

Responsibilities

• Controlling the payroll.
• Producing an accurate set of month-end accounts.
• Preparing profit and loss accounts and balance sheets.
• Assisting in preparing budgets and business planning.
• Reconciling bank statements.
• Ensuring VAT and PAYE legislation compliance.
• Chasing late payments and managing cash flow.

Skills

Accounting software (FreshBooks, QuickBooks)

Advanced MS Excel skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

BSc in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Responsibilities

• Controlling the payroll
• Producing an accurate set of month-end accounts, with comparisons to forecasts and previous periods
• Preparing profit and loss accounts and the balance sheet for senior management
• Assisting in preparing budgets and business planning, including projected room revenue
• Reconciling bank statements
• Ensuring legislation is followed regarding VAT and PAYE
• Chasing late payments, reporting bad debts and keeping a careful eye on the cash flow

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with accounting software like FreshBooks and QuickBooks
• Advanced MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables
• Experience with general ledger functions
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• BSc in Accounting, Finance or relevant degree