Manager Accounts

Jenwa; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in finance seeks a Manager – Accounts in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role involves leading accounting operations, focusing on payables, receivables, and compliance, while ensuring financial accuracy. The ideal candidate will supervise a team of junior accountants and handle month-end closings. Applicants should have a Master’s in Accounting or Finance and significant experience in supervisory roles within a relevant environment. Strong knowledge of IFRS and ERP systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in accounting roles.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory position.
• Experience in project-based, infrastructure, or industrial environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.
• Lead the preparation of trial balances and financial reports.
• Oversee bank reconciliations and daily fund monitoring.
• Prepare management and statutory reporting packs.

Skills

Accounts payable and receivable management

Financial reporting

Strong command over ERP systems

Variance analysis

Education

Master’s in Accounting or Finance

CA, CMA, ACCA

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Reports to: Financial Controller

Role Overview

The Manager – Accounts will lead the core accounting operations across SPV and O&M entities, with a focus on payables, receivables, statutory and management reporting, bank reconciliations, control accounts, and compliance. This role is instrumental in driving month-end closings, maintaining audit readiness, and ensuring financial accuracy across all ledgers. The Manager will supervise junior accountants and coordinate closely with shared services and project finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise end-to-end accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accurate posting and timely reconciliations.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities including accruals, adjustments, and financial schedules.
• Lead the preparation and review of trial balances, ledger accounts, and periodic financial reports.
• Oversee bank reconciliations, daily fund monitoring, and treasury documentation.
• Reconcile control accounts including intercompany, shareholder, and tax-related accounts.
• Prepare management and statutory reporting packs in line with IFRS and ZATCA compliance.
• Support internal and external audits through timely provision of ledgers, schedules, and justifications.
• Oversee petty cash management and employee expense claims in accordance with policy.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide commentary on deviations from budgets or forecasts.
• Mentor and review the work of junior accountants, ensuring accuracy and policy compliance.

• Master’s in Accounting or Finance. CA, CMA, ACCA
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in accounting roles with at least 3 years in a supervisory position.
• Experience in project-based, infrastructure, or industrial environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, Tax and Zakat applicable in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
• Strong command over ERP systems (Oracle, SAP) and Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of statutory reporting, bank reconciliations, and audit processes.