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Accounting Supervisor

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Riyadh

On-site

SAR 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading telecommunications and technology company in Riyadh is seeking an Accounting Supervisor to ensure financial accuracy and compliance across accounting functions. This role involves managing accounting operations, leading a team, and supporting strategic decision-making with reliable financial reports. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of IFRS and local tax regulations, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for career growth
Collaborative team culture
Exposure to regional financial operations
Potential for hybrid work

Qualifications

  • 3–5 years progressive accounting experience, including 1–2 years in a supervisory role.
  • Professional certification (e.g., SOCPA, CPA, CMA, ACCA) is an advantage.
  • Strong understanding of IFRS and ZATCA tax laws.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepare and review financial reports and support budgeting efforts.
  • Supervise and develop junior accounting team members.

Skills

Analytical thinking
Attention to detail
Problem-solving
Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
Excel

Job description

Reports To: Sr. Finance & Accounting Manager

Job Type: Full-Time

Industry: Telecommunications & Technology

Job Title: Accounting Supervisor

Department: Finance & Accounting

Reports To: Sr. Finance & Accounting Manager

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Type: Full-Time

Industry: Telecommunications & Technology

Role Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated Accounting Supervisor to join our Finance team in Riyadh. This role plays a vital part in ensuring financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance across all accounting functions. Success in this role means maintaining high standards of financial integrity, meeting critical deadlines, driving process improvements, and providing strong leadership to the accounting team.

As part of the larger Finance & Accounting function, this role supports strategic decision-making by delivering reliable financial reports and ensuring compliance with IFRS and local tax regulations (ZATCA). The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment and contribute to our organization’s growth and innovation in the telecom and technology sector.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee and manage day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets, payroll inputs, and cost allocation activities.
  • Ensure timely and accurate completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
  • Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet schedules to maintain accuracy and completeness.
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS, ZATCA tax laws (VAT, WHT, Corporate Income Tax), and SOCPA accounting standards.
  • Support accurate revenue recognition practices in accordance with IFRS 15, particularly for bundled telecom and tech service contracts.
  • Assist in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and variance analysis to support financial planning efforts.
  • Supervise, coach, and develop junior accounting team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
  • Act as a point of contact during external audits and tax inspections; ensure all supporting documentation is provided in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and support improvements within ERP systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics).
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including Sales, Procurement, and Operations) to support accurate financial data and operational alignment.
  • Prepare monthly financial reporting packages to support group-level consolidation.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • Professional certification (e.g., SOCPA, CPA, CMA, ACCA) is an advantage.
  • 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or team lead role.
  • Strong understanding of IFRS, ZATCA tax laws, and SOCPA accounting standards.
  • Experience in the telecommunications and/or technology sector is preferred.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Preferred Experience
  • Knowledge of telecom billing systems, revenue accounting, and infrastructure cost classification (CAPEX vs. OPEX).
  • Experience managing high volumes of transactions and working within multi-entity or regional accounting structures.
  • Familiarity with contract accounting, infrastructure sharing agreements, and telecom licensing fee accounting.
Work Environment
  • Based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with potential for hybrid work based on company policy.
  • Collaborative, performance-driven team culture within a high-growth technology environment.
  • Opportunities for career growth and exposure to regional and group-level financial operations.

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