Strategic Finance Leader – Construction Projects

Roberts Co; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Roberts Co is seeking a Head of Finance to lead accounting, financial reporting and project cost management across our KSA business. You will oversee AP/AR, payroll, tax, month-end closes, and project reporting, reporting to the General Manager and coordinating with the parent group.

The ideal candidate is a CPA/CA/ACCA with 10–12 years in senior finance leadership within construction or engineering, and hands-on ERP experience in project environments; knowledge of Zakat and VAT in Saudi Arabia

Qualifications

• CPA, CA, ACCA or equivalent with 10–12 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in senior finance leadership within Construction or Engineering sectors.
• Knowledge of Saudi regulatory and tax environment (Zakat, VAT, GOSI) preferred.
• Experience with month-end close and financial reporting cycles.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems in project-based environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and monthly management accounts with variances and trends to leadership and the board.
• Own P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting, including reconciliations and month/year-end close processes.
• Oversee AP/AR and Projects Ledger functions; manage cash flow and contracts, insurances, bonds/guarantees.
• Ensure compliance with local regulatory and tax reporting requirements under KSA regulations, including Zakat and VAT.
• Lead financial systems/ERP improvements, testing, and maintenance of reporting schedules and KPIs.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and internal controls documentation.
• Oversee project-level cost tracking, budgeting, and P&L reporting, including subcontractor/PO allocations.
• Own board reporting and liaise with parent company stakeholders; coordinate external audits.
• Manage and develop a finance team, including accountants and finance support staff.

Skills

Leadership

Technical accounting

ERP systems

Financial reporting

Tax compliance

Education

CPA/CA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Roberts Co is seeking a Head of Finance to lead accounting, financial reporting and project cost management across our KSA business. You will oversee AP/AR, payroll, tax, month-end closes, and project reporting, reporting to the General Manager and coordinating with the parent group.

The ideal candidate is a CPA/CA/ACCA with 10–12 years in senior finance leadership within construction or engineering, and hands-on ERP experience in project environments; knowledge of Zakat and VAT in Saudi Arabia