Head of Accounting & Financial Controller

Confidential; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced Chief Accountant to oversee daily accounting operations and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting. You will lead the accounting team, manage period-end closings, and support compliance with IFRS and Saudi regulations.

The role involves coordinating VAT, Zakat and related tax submissions, maintaining strong internal controls, and driving process improvements across ERP systems and reporting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (required).
• 5+ years progressive accounting experience, including team supervision.
• Solid IFRS knowledge, financial reporting, GL management, period-end closing.
• Familiarity with Saudi tax and Zakat requirements and ZATCA processes.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel.
• SOCPA, CPA, ACCA, CMA, or relevant professional qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets and related accounting activities.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closings; review journals and reconciliations; prepare financial statements.
• Supervise accounting team; assign tasks and ensure quality and deadlines.
• Review bank, customer, supplier, and intercompany reconciliations; resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate VAT, withholding tax, and Zakat/income tax submissions with internal teams and advisors.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting policies; safeguard assets and improve accuracy.
• Prepare audit schedules; respond to auditor requests; implement corrective actions.
• Support budgeting and forecasting with accurate data and variance analysis.
• Improve accounting workflows and ERP usage to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Analytical

Leadership

Organizational

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

SOCPA / CPA / ACCA / CMA

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Confidential is seeking an experienced Chief Accountant to oversee daily accounting operations and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting. You will lead the accounting team, manage period-end closings, and support compliance with IFRS and Saudi regulations.

The role involves coordinating VAT, Zakat and related tax submissions, maintaining strong internal controls, and driving process improvements across ERP systems and reporting processes.