Controller - Regional Headquarters

Esri; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geographic information systems company is seeking a Controller to oversee the accounting function at their Saudi Arabia Regional Headquarters. This position requires extensive experience in compliance with local GAAP and IFRS, exceptional analytical skills, and proficiency in English and Arabic. Responsibilities include managing financial reporting, developing accounting policies, and collaborating with teams across the Middle East and African regions. Competitive opportunities await in a diverse workplace committed to positive global change.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience and at least 3+ years of management experience.
• Strong knowledge of SOCPA and IFRS.
• Proficient in preparing and analyzing financial statements.
• Excellent Arabic and English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month and year-end close process.
• Ensure quality control over financial reporting.
• Support local treasury and tax compliance.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Controller for a recently established Regional Headquarters to join our team and lead the accounting function in our Saudi Arabia Regional Headquarters. In this position you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with local GAAP, laws, and regulations. This role will work closely with the Accounting, Treasury, and Tax teams in the United States and with our offices located in the Middle East and African regions to ensure proper accounting operations, management reporting and external reporting activities.

This position is located at our regional headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of the month and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial statements and compliance with local GAAP, laws, and regulations
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions, financial reporting, and monthly allocations
• Support local treasury and tax activities to ensure adherence to local compliance requirements
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures and ensure adherence to best practices
• Collaborate with the Corporate Finance team on a regular basis to communicate events and transactions that may impact results and forecasts including short range outlooks, annual and long‑range plan development processes
• Support operational areas that have a direct impact on international accounting activities such as AP, Assets, and other accounting transactional functions for entities under assigned responsibility

Requirements

• 12+ years of progressive experience and at least 3+ years of management experience
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Organization for Certified Public Accountants (SOCPA) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and financial consolidation
• Proficient with regular accounting practices and the ability to prepare and analyze financial statements
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Excellent Arabic and English verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex accounting issues to various levels of the organization
• Ability to develop strong analytical skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret business needs
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Recommended Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant or equivalent
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and large ERP systems, preferably SAP

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The Company

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.

If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.

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