Finance Manager – Riyadh

Henkel; Dammam; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Henkel in Saudi Arabia seeks a Finance Lead to manage all KSA general accounting, tax, and financial governance within IFRS and Henkel policies. You will drive accuracy in month-, quarter-, and year-end closes and partner with regional teams to strengthen controls.

The role emphasizes SAP/ERP optimization, process automation, and pro-active risk management across VAT, withholding tax, and tax audits, while collaborating with external advisors and Big Four firms as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA/ACCA/CMA advantageous.
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Responsibilities

• Lead KSA general accounting: GL, journals, accruals, balance-sheet reconciliations.
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Skills

IFRS knowledge

Tax compliance

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Professional qualification advantageous (CPA/ACCA/CMA)

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

What You´ll Do

• Lead KSA general accounting activities, including GL, journal entries, accruals, provisions, balance-sheet reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing in compliance with IFRS, local requirements, and Henkel accounting policies.
• Own and coordinate Saudi tax matters, including VAT, withholding tax, corporate income tax, and other applicable tax requirements, ensuring accurate and timely filings and payments.
• Act as a key Finance contact for ZATCA, coordinating tax queries, assessments, audits, supporting documentation, and responses to authorities.
• Identify accounting discrepancies, tax exposures, and compliance risks, implementing appropriate controls and mitigation measures.
• Support internal and external audits and collaborate with regional/global Finance and Tax teams, business stakeholders, and Big Four/external tax advisors when required.
• Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and automation of Finance processes, with a focus on strengthening SAP/ERP workflows, accounting efficiency, and financial governance

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent is an advantage.
• Approximately 5-7 years of progressive Finance experience, with strong exposure to General Accounting and Tax. Solid knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting principles.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Saudi Arabian taxation and ZATCA requirements, particularly VAT and withholding tax. Previous experience managing or supporting tax audits, assessments, and interactions with tax authorities.
• Strong understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, and closing processes.
• Experience working with SAP or a comparable ERP system.
• Experience within a multinational, manufacturing, or FMCG environment is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, stakeholder-management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively across local, regional, and global Finance organizations.
• Fluency in English