Senior Accountant

Overview of the Senior Accountant Role

An international law firm in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Senior Accountant. This full-time position involves supporting the Finance Manager in overseeing daily financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and efficient accounting processes. The role requires an experienced accounting professional with a strong background in law firm finance operations, working closely with regional and global finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and banking transactions.
• Support client billing, e-invoicing, revenue collections, and reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
• Support KSA tax and regulatory filings, ensuring compliance with local accounting standards.
• Coordinate financial and tax audits, preparing relevant documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with international finance teams to ensure smooth financial operations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 6–8 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years specifically within a law firm (mandatory).
• Strong hands-on experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, client billing, and month-end/year-end closing.
• Solid knowledge of KSA accounting standards, VAT, and local tax regulations.
• Experience with client e-billing, bank reconciliations, and financial audits.

Technical Skills

• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience with Elite 3E, Coupa, or Chrome River is advantageous.

Work Environment

This role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, within an international law firm environment. The successful candidate will be part of a finance team that interacts with regional and global counterparts.