Controller (1984)

Aramco Services Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramco Trading Company in Houston is seeking a Finance Lead to oversee financial reporting, settlements, and tax. You will manage monthly closings, coordinate audits, ensure IFRS compliance, and drive process improvements across finance functions.

The role requires senior accounting experience, strong leadership, and the ability to align financial strategy with corporate goals in a fast-moving trading environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting certification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Leadership skills: excellent communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience & Knowledge: IFRS expertise and senior accounting experience.
• Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly closing and timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Lead external and internal audit engagements and resolve findings.
• Oversee tax reporting in coordination with Tax Law Department.
• Manage inventory and intercompany reconciliation processes.
• Implement and enhance quality control measures for financial transactions.
• Develop strategies to drive performance improvements across finance functions.
• Align reporting, settlements and tax with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with trading, operations, middle office and legal for cohesive financial operations.
• Leverage technology to improve quality and efficiency.
• Provide leadership to finance teams for optimal performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA/ACCA or equivalent

Master's degree (Preferred)

Tools

Financial reporting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Aramco Trading Company – Finance Lead

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Lead financial reporting, settlements, and tax at the Aramco Trading Company regional office. Oversee financial statement preparation, settlement operations, tax reporting, and monthly closing activities. Ensure compliance, integrity of financial data, and implement quality controls. Drive performance improvement for enhanced organizational outcomes.

Financial Reporting Oversight

• Oversee the monthly closing process ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Oversee quarterly and annual financial statement preparation, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Lead external and internal audit/review engagements, including resolution of findings.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and group accounting policies.
• Review accounting of significant and unusual transactions, including preparation of accounting paper if needed.

Settlement Oversight

• Oversee the daily operations of the settlement functions, ensuring timely settlement of invoices and resolution of disputes and issues.
• Drive process improvements to improve efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls within the settlement function.

Tax Oversight

• Oversee the operations of the tax unit ensuring adherence to tax regulations.
• Review tax reporting requirements in coordination with the Tax Law Department and external consultants.
• Collaborate with Tax Law to develop tax optimization initiatives.

Accounts Reconciliation

• Manage and guide inventory and intercompany reconciliation processes.

Quality Control Implementation

• Implement and enhance quality control measures for financial transactions and reporting.

Performance Enhancement Strategies

• Develop and execute strategies to drive performance improvement across finance functions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in processes and procedures related to financial reporting, settlements, and tax.

Strategic Alignment

• Align financial reporting, settlements, and tax strategies with broader organizational goals.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with various departments for cohesive financial operations, including trading, operations, middle office, and legal.

Technology Integration

• Implement and leverage technology solutions to enhance quality and efficiency.

Team Leadership

• Provide strong leadership to financial reporting, settlements and tax teams for optimal performance.

COMMUNICATION

Internal Communication

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with internal teams, including treasury, business finance, contracts & procurement, to ensure cohesive financial operations and strategic alignment.

Leadership Communication

• Communicate financial strategies and objectives to subordinate teams, providing clear guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Cross-Functional Engagement

• Engage with cross-functional teams and departments to ensure coordination and alignment in financial activities.

Executive Leadership Interaction

• Interact with executive leadership to provide updates on financial reporting, settlements, and tax matters.

External Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

• Foster and manage relationships with external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, to ensure compliance and positive engagement.

Counterparty Interaction

• Engage with external counterparts as needed to solve issues and ensure smooth operations.

ATC and Saudi Aramco Collaboration

• Maintain effective communication with ATC and Saudi Aramco, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and facilitating collaboration on financial matters.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education & Skills (Required, Preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting certification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent).

Leadership skills

• Excellent communication skills for effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Preferred

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Experience & Knowledge (Required, Preferred)

• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in accounting or financial reporting roles.
• Proven experience in leading finance teams.
• Advance knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Preferred

• Previous managerial audit experience with any of the big 4 accounting firms.
• Experience with oil and gas commodity trading company.

Abilities & Specific Requirements (Required, Preferred)

• Strategic thinking and the ability to provide valuable financial insights.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Leadership capabilities with a track record of managing and developing teams.
• Proficient in using financial reporting software and Microsoft Excel.

Preferred

• Experience in implementing process improvements in financial reporting operations.
• Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and compliance standards.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective team management and external stakeholder engagement.