Accounting Associate Director

Gathern | جاذر إن; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Associate Director of Accounting to provide senior leadership and oversight of the accounting function. This role involves ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust internal controls, and full regulatory compliance, while leading teams across various accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have over 9 years of progressive accounting experience along with relevant professional qualifications. This position offers a significant opportunity to influence the strategic financial direction of the organization.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of progressive experience in accounting, including supervisory or managerial experience.
• Strong experience in financial reporting, internal controls, and audit management.
• Proven track record in improving accounting processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership and strategic oversight of the organization's accounting function.
• Lead the accounting function, supervising teams responsible for general ledger, AP, AR, and fixed assets.
• Oversee preparation, review, and consolidation of financial statements in accordance with accounting standards.

Skills

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Audit management

Process optimization

Education

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

Professional qualification (ACCA, CMA, CPA, CA)

Job description

Overview

JOB PURPOSE: To provide senior leadership and strategic oversight of the organization's accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust internal controls, and full regulatory compliance. The Associate Director of Accounting plays a key role in financial governance, process optimization, and supporting strategic decision-making through high-quality accounting practices.

Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of accountability while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Establish performance metrics and objectives for teams
• Lead the accounting function, supervising teams responsible for general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets
• Oversee the preparation, review, and consolidation of financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards
• Establish and maintain robust internal control frameworks to ensure accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness
• Define accounting policies, procedures, and governance standards to support organizational transparency and accountability
• Implement and continuously improve accounting systems, workflows, and automation tools for greater efficiency and accuracy
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Develop and document best practices to maintain consistency across accounting operations
• Ensure cross-functional alignment between accounting, FP&A, procurement, and operational teams
• Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations, tax requirements, and accounting standards
• Lead coordination with internal and external auditors, providing required documentation and resolving audit findings
• Monitor financial risks and recommend improvements to strengthen compliance and control environments

Qualifications

• 9+ years of progressive experience in accounting, including supervisory or managerial experience
• Possess professional qualification like ACCA, CMA, CPA, or CA
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Strong experience in financial reporting, internal controls, and audit management
• Proven track record in improving accounting processes and systems