Assistant Manager / Manager - Business Services & Outsourcing

BDO Saudi Arabia, Dr. Mohamed Al-Amri & Co.; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO Saudi Arabia, Dr. Mohamed Al-Amri & Co. seeks an Assistant Manager/Manager for the Business Services & Outsourcing (BSO) Department. The ideal candidate has robust accounting experience, IFRS proficiency, and solid knowledge of Saudi tax requirements.

Responsibilities include supervising payments, reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll, and close processes, with hands-on ERP usage (Sage, SAP, Oracle). The role involves supporting clients and growing the BSO practice in Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• 8+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and Saudi tax understanding.
• Hands-on ERP/accounting software experience with Sage, SAP or Oracle.
• Proficiency in MS Office; strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the preparation and processing of payments with accurate recording of accounting records.
• Reconcile account balances and bank statements.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Maintain the general ledger, AR, AP, and payroll incl. closures.
• Prepare draft statutory financial statements and schedules for auditors.

Skills

Financial reporting

IFRS knowledge

ERP software

Excel

Communication

Bilingual

Leadership

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CMA/ACCA/CPA (preferred)

Tools

Sage

SAP

Oracle

Job description

We are looking for an Assistant Manager / Manager to join our Business Services & Outsourcing (BSO) Department. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting experience, with a solid understanding of financial reporting, accounting processes, IFRS, and Saudi tax requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise the preparation and processing of payments, ensuring accurate recording and maintenance of accounting records.
• Reconcile account balances and bank statements.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Maintain the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions, including periodic and annual reconciliations and closing of the books.
• Prepare draft statutory financial statements.
• Prepare schedules for auditors and Zakat consultants.
• Prepare schedules and filings for VAT and Withholding Tax in coordination with the VAT/Zakat Consultant.
• Develop and document business and accounting cycles/processes for internal controls.
• Exercise financial control over payments to vendors, suppliers, and employees.
• Work hands-on with ERP/accounting software such as Sage, SAP, and Oracle.
• Support the marketing of BSO services and prepare draft proposals and engagement letters.
• Maintain proper archiving and document control related to accounting.
• Assist in improving and growing the BSO Department and obtaining new clients.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in the accounting field.
• Professional certification such as CMA, ACCA, or CPA is preferred.
• Very good knowledge of IFRS and IFRS for SMEs.
• Strong understanding of Saudi tax types and principles relevant to accounting.
• Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting software, such as Sage, SAP, or Oracle.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication, presentation, management, and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate with and guide diverse teams.
• Strong attention to detail and critical-thinking skills.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.
• Experience in marketing professional services, preparing proposals, and engagement letters.
• Currently based in Saudi Arabia is preferred.