Accountant

Job description

Job Description: Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Accountant to join our team at our Riyadh location. The Accountant will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial record-keeping, analyzing financial data, and supporting various financial processes. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a thorough understanding of accounting principles. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and maintain financial records, including ledgers, journals, and reconciliations. • Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines. • Analyze financial data, trends, and variances to provide insights for management decision-making. • Process accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate entries. • Reconcile bank statements, credit card statements, and other financial accounts. • Assist in the preparation of financial statements, reports, and budgets. • Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations in all financial activities. • Assist in tax calculations and submissions, adhering to local tax laws. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial data and insights as needed. • Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations. • Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance financial efficiency and accuracy. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • Proven experience (X+ years) as an Accountant or in a similar role. • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. • Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial practices. • Excellent analytical and mathematical skills. • Meticulous attention to detail and data accuracy. • Strong organizational and time management abilities. • Effective communication skills to interact with colleagues and stakeholders. • Familiarity with local tax regulations and compliance. • Problem-solving skills and the ability to reconcile discrepancies. Accountants review and analyse financial statements, budgets, financial reports, and business plans in order to check for irregularities resulting from error or fraud, and provide their clients with financial advice in matters such as financial forecasting and risk analysis. They may audit financial data, resolve insolvency cases, prepare tax returns and provide other tax-related advice in reference to current legislation

Requirements

• Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Skill: Familiarity with local and international accounting standards (SOCPA and IFRS)
• Skill: Ability to use accounting systems and advanced Excel programs
• Skill: Mastery of Saudi accounting, zakat and tax standards (SOCPA and Ifrs)
• Skill: High skills in analyzing financial data and preparing reports
• Skill: Understanding tax regulations and value-added tax in the Kingdom
• Location: Riyadh region

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