Accounting Manager

A large and well known construction company in Riyadh is looking to hire an Accounting Manager to lead and manage a large accounting team. The role will involve the full cycle of accounting duties in addition to supervising the AP functions and ad hoc reporting

Key responsibilities:

• Primary person to lead and ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close process, including preparation of information required by the parent company and its auditors.

• Review of payables for accuracy and proper authorization, as well as compliance with other company policies and procedures.

• Prepare cash and expenditure forecasts used in weekly check runs.

• Analysis of general ledger accounts, reconciliation of sub-ledgers to the general ledger and proper and timely resolution of reconciling items.

• Review and monitor accounting activity to ensure the effectiveness and proper functioning of the system of internal controls and the accuracy of financial information.

• Aware of the percentage of completion accounting.

• Prepare and provide all reports to External auditor, Zakat advisor and contractor classification Dep.

• Analyze financial data and assist in preparation of financial statements, budgets, and supporting schedules.

• Assist in development and implementation of new procedures and features to enhance the workflow of the department and evaluate their effectiveness and compliance.

• Participates in the financial planning and organization of the company.

• Assist in the schedule compilation for the annual Zakat & monthly (VAT) tax returns.

• Provides information and consultation to CFO, and top management of the company.

• Collaboration with various internal departments to support overall department and company goals and objectives.

Qualifications and requirements:

• 7+ years' experience in a finance/accounting role ideally with a construction background

• Experience managing and leading a large team

• Full-cycle accounting including financial reporting experience

• Capable of handling multiple projects at any given time

• Accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA/CMA/SOCPA) is a big asset