Senior Accountant (UAE National)

Tabby; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FinTech company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead financial activities and ensure compliance with IFRS. The ideal candidate has 4-6 years of accounting experience in a high-growth or fast-paced industry, along with relevant certifications. This role offers flexible working hours, health insurance, and participation in the company's stock options program.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Career growth opportunities

Employee stock options program

Health insurance

Monetary benefit for health, well-being, education

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of accounting experience, preferably in fintech or fast-paced industries.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and UAE VAT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and post journal entries for month-end and year-end closing.
• Oversee vendor payments and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT regulations.
• Support external and internal audits.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Professional certification (CA, CPA, ACCA, CMA)

Tools

ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP)

Advanced Excel

Job description

About us: Tabby creates financial freedom in the way people shop, earn and save by reshaping their relationship with money. Over 15 million users choose Tabby to stay in control of their spending and make the most out of their money.

Tabby's flagship offering allows shoppers to split their payments online and in-store with no interest or fees. Over 40,000 global brands and small businesses, including Amazon, Noon, IKEA, and SHEIN, use Tabby to accelerate growth and gain loyal customers by offering easy and flexible payments.

Tabby has generated over $10 billion in annual transaction volume for its partner brands and is the highest-rated, most-reviewed, largest, and fastest-growing FinTech in the GCC region. Launched in 2019, Tabby has raised more than $1 billion in equity and debt funding from global and regional investors, and is now valued at $3.3 billion.

About the Role

The Senior Accountant will play a key role in leading day‑to‑day financial activities, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and supporting the finance leadership team in maintaining compliance with IFRS and UAE regulations. The role requires a hands‑on individual with experience in a high-growth or FinTech environment.

Job Details

• Department: Controllership


• Employment Type: Full Time


• Location: UAE


• Workplace type: Onsite


• Reporting To: Ahmed El-Shazly

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Prepare, review, and post journal entries for month‑end and year‑end closing.


• Maintain general ledger and ensure accurate and timely recording of all transactions.


• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IFRS.


• Assist with consolidation of accounts across multiple entities.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Oversee vendor payments, reconciliations, and aging reports.


• Manage accounts receivable including reconciliation and follow‑ups.


• Ensure all invoices, receipts, and supporting documents are maintained and compliant.

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure compliance with UAE VAT regulations, including filing and reconciliation.


• Support external and internal audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor queries.


• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and relevant UAE regulations.

Financial Analysis & Controls

• Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets.


• Support process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Cross‑Functional Support

• Liaise with other departments (operations, product, legal) to ensure financial alignment.


• Support the finance manager in strategic initiatives and special projects.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred).


• Professional certification (CA, CPA, ACCA, CMA) is highly desirable.


• 4–6 years of accounting experience, preferably in fintech, e‑commerce, or fast‑paced industries.


• Advanced Excel skills.


• Strong knowledge of IFRS and UAE VAT regulations.


• Proficient in ERP systems (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, or similar).


• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.


• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally.

Job Benefits

• Flexible working hours with autonomy and responsibility from day one.


• Opportunity for career growth driven by the quality of your work.


• Participation in the company's employee stock options program.


• Health insurance.


• Flexi Perks: a monetary benefit to spend on what matters most to you — health, well‑being, education, or professional development.

About Tabby

Tabby creates financial freedom in the way people shop, earn, and save by reshaping their relationship with money. The company’s flagship offering allows shoppers to split their payments online and in-store with no interest or fees. Over 32,000 global brands and small businesses, including Amazon, Noon, IKEA, and Shein, use Tabby to accelerate growth and gain loyal customers by offering easy and flexible payments online and in stores. Tabby has generated over $7 billion in transaction volume for its partner brands and is the highest rated, most reviewed, largest, and fastest growing app of any fintech in the GCC region. Tabby launched operations in 2020 and has raised more than $1 billion in equity and debt funding from global and regional investors.

Our Hiring Process

• Stage 1: Applied


• Stage 2: Review


• Stage 3: HR call @Tabby


• Stage 4: Assessment


• Stage 5: Technical interview @Tabby


• Stage 6: Final interview @Tabby


• Stage 7: Hired

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