Financial Accountant

Lean Technologies; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled finance professional to oversee accounting and tax activities in KSA. In this role, you will manage payments, ensure compliance with local tax laws, and prepare financial reports. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting qualifications such as ACA or CPA and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. Join a dynamic team that is revolutionizing the financial ecosystem in the MENAP region, offering you the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects while enhancing your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of post-qualification experience in accounting.
• Understanding of financial and tax reporting requirements in KSA.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing accounting and tax activities for KSA operations.
• Managing payments, suppliers, expenses, and payroll.
• Ensuring compliance with local tax laws.

Skills

Accounting and Tax Management

Financial Reporting

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Communication Skills

Organization and Time Management

Education

ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CPA qualification

Tools

Financial Software (ERP)

Job description

Bachelor of Business Administration (Management)

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Job Description

Who are we

Lean enables companies to seamlessly connect to their users' bank accounts to initiate real-time payments and retrieve their account information. Our products have garnered the trust of leading companies and enabled them to deliver powerful experiences when connected with a user's bank account, allowing users to perform prudent financial planning, get better rates on loans, transfer money to friends, and more, without compromising on privacy or security.

Some of Lean's clients include Tasheel, Tabby, Nayifat, Tamam, Circlys, Tamara, Tawuniya, and many more, making it the region's most valuable Open Banking platform. The company has processed hundreds of millions of dollars, and its products are connected with hundreds of thousands of accounts. Lean envisions a fully inclusive financial ecosystem that serves everyone, regardless of where they bank or live in the MENAP region.

Responsibilities

1. Overseeing all accounting and tax activities for Lean's KSA operations, including the preparation of monthly financial reports, statutory reports, and tax returns.
2. Liaising with auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies (e.g., ZATCA).
3. Managing payments—suppliers, expenses, and payroll.
4. Ensuring compliance with VAT, WHT, Zakat, and other local tax laws.
5. Enforcing effective processes and controls.
6. Managing day-to-day communications and operations of Lean's Corporate Banking relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

1. ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CPA qualification (or equivalent).
2. 2+ years of post-qualification experience.
3. Understanding of financial and tax reporting requirements in KSA.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
5. Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality work.
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
7. Strong organization and time management skills.

Desired Qualifications

1. Experience in a leading accounting/professional services firm and/or a tech startup.
2. Knowledge of the Fintech ecosystem in the Middle East.
3. Experience using financial software such as an ERP.

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