Hands-On Financial Controller for High-Growth Startup

BRKZ; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

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Job summary

BRKZ, a Saudi Arabian construction-tech startup, seeks a Financial Controller to own the full accounting function, drive robust financial controls, and scale the finance team as the company grows rapidly. You will lead audits, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver timely financial insights.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of Saudi accounting, tax, zakat, VAT, and audit requirements, with startup or marketplace exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional certification such as SOCPA, CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi accounting, tax, zakat, VAT, audit, and compliance requirements.
• Strong technical accounting skills and ability to prepare accurate financial statements.
• Experience owning accounting, audit, and reporting functions end to end.
• Startup experience and construction/building materials exposure is a strong plus.
• Strong Arabic and English communication skills.
• Strong command of Excel and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Own the full accounting function including GL, payables, receivables, fixed assets, accruals, reconciliations, payroll, and monthly closing.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes with timely, accurate statements.
• Prepare and review management reports, financial statements, and reporting packs for leadership, banks, and auditors.
• Own external audit process end to end; prepare schedules and coordinate with auditors.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi laws including tax, zakat, VAT, withholding tax, and e-invoicing.

Skills

Bilingual (Arabic/English)

Leadership

Attention to detail

Ownership & execution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

SOCPA/CPA/ACCA/CMA

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

BRKZ, a Saudi Arabian construction-tech startup, seeks a Financial Controller to own the full accounting function, drive robust financial controls, and scale the finance team as the company grows rapidly. You will lead audits, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver timely financial insights.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of Saudi accounting, tax, zakat, VAT, and audit requirements, with startup or marketplace exposure.