General Accountant / Chief Accountant Riyadh Palace Commercial Co.

The Financeer; Dammam; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

The Financeer in Dammam, Saudi Arabia seeks an Experienced General/Chief Accountant to oversee accounting operations, including general ledger, journal entries, monthly closings, and financial statement prep. The role also covers VAT compliance, payroll, inventory and fixed assets management, and ERP system administration.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of proven accounting/finance experience, strong Excel skills, and proficiency with ERP/accounting software to ensure accurate reporting and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5-7 years of proven working experience in accounting and finance.
• Experience managing general ledger, journal entries, and monthly closing procedures.
• Ability to prepare and review financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow).
• Payroll management and Wages Protection System experience.
• Solid knowledge of VAT regulations and ZATCA compliance.
• Inventory management and fixed assets management experience.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and accounting software.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Financial analysis, internal audit, and budgeting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage general ledger, journal entries, and monthly close.
• Prepare and review financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow).
• Ensure VAT/ZATCA compliance and reporting accuracy.
• Oversee payroll management and Wages Protection System processes.
• Oversee inventory and fixed assets management across the books.
• Administer ERP systems and accounting software used by the company.
• Conduct financial analysis and support budgeting activities.

Skills

General ledger

Journal entries

Monthly closing

Payroll management

VAT compliance

Wages Protection System

Inventory management

Fixed assets management

Financial analysis

Internal audit

Budgeting

Financial statement preparation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Experienced General/Chief Accountant required to manage accounting operations including general ledger, journal entries, financial statement preparation, and monthly closing procedures. The role involves VAT compliance, payroll management, inventory control, and ERP systems management with 5-7 years of proven experience.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5-7 years of proven working experience in accounting and finance
• Experience managing general ledger, journal entries, and monthly closing procedures
• Strong ability to prepare and review financial statements (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement)
• Experience in payroll management and Wages Protection System
• Solid knowledge of VAT regulations and ZATCA compliance
• Inventory management and fixed assets management experience
• Proficiency with ERP Systems and accounting software
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Financial analysis, internal audit, and budgeting capabilities

Seniority Level: Senior Function: Accounting