Business Controller KSA

Stryker; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Financial Controller to enhance financial operations and compliance in the medical technology sector. This role involves collaborating with third-party services, managing financial reporting, and ensuring adherence to Saudi tax laws. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in financial analysis and ERP systems to drive strategic decisions and support cross-functional teams. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes globally, impacting millions of patients each year.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in financial controlling or accounting, preferably in a multinational.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi financial regulations and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial transactions and ensure compliance with Saudi tax laws.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes and financial reporting.

Skills

Financial Controlling

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Tax Compliance

Financial Analysis

ERP Systems

Microsoft Excel

English Fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

MBA or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA)

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

What You Will Do

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Partner closely with the third-party booking service company to ensure timely and accurate financial transactions and liaise with the internal Financial Shared Service Center in Poland to coordinate financial operations, including reporting, reconciliations, and compliance.
• Oversee expense management, invoice processing, and journal entries to ensure all payments are made on time.
• Manage the month-end and year-end closing process, ensuring timely submission of financial reports.

Taxation & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Saudi tax laws, including VAT filing, Corporate Income Tax preparation, and Transfer Pricing invoice issuance.
• Work with tax advisors and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate tax submissions and respond to audit queries.

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Provide input and analysis for the yearly OPEX budget, sales forecasts, and financial planning updates.
• Monitor monthly accruals vs. forecast variances and provide insights for corrective actions.

Business Partnering & Operational Support

• Support management in financial decision-making and work closely with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with business objectives.

What You Need

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. MBA or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a plus.
• 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in financial controlling, accounting, or reporting, preferably in a multinational organization. (Pharma or Medical devices industry preferred)
• Strong knowledge of Saudi local laws, financial regulations, and tax compliance.
• Experience working with third-party service providers for financial transactions and reporting.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Proficiency in financial software (ERP systems) and Microsoft Excel.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with financial shared service center operations.
• Arabic language skills.

Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics, and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.