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About the Role
The Junior Accountant will support the Finance function for Aon’s operations in Al Khobar, ensuring accurate and timely accounting, reconciliation, and reporting in line with Aon policies and local Saudi Arabian regulations. The role will work closely with the Finance Manager and the wider finance team, with a strong preference for candidates who have experience in the insurance brokerage and/or risk management sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day accounting operations, including:
• Recording journal entries and maintaining general ledger accounts
• Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Supporting month-end and year-end closing activities
• Prepare and review reconciliations:
• Bank reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations, and balance sheet schedules
• Reconciliation of brokerage/commission income and related client/insurer accounts (for insurance/risk management portfolios)
• Support preparation of financial reports:
• Assist in preparing management reports, variance analyses, and other financial schedules
• Contribute data and analysis for internal and external audits
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and policies:
• Adhere to Aon financial policies, approval matrices, and documentation standards
• Support implementation and monitoring of internal control procedures
• Support tax and regulatory compliance:
• Assist in the preparation of data for VAT, Zakat, and other relevant statutory filings in Saudi Arabia (under supervision)
• Maintain accurate records to support filings and regulatory inspections
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders:
• Liaise with business units, operations, and HR for accurate cost allocations and accruals
• Respond to queries from internal stakeholders on financial transactions and reports
• Participate in system and process improvements:
• Contribute to the enhancement of finance processes, automation, and reporting tools
• Support testing and implementation of finance system changes as required

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably within:
• Insurance brokerage, insurance company, or Risk management / financial services sector experience preferred
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles (IFRS exposure preferred).
• Experience working within a corporate finance or shared services environment is an advantage.

Technical & Software Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required
• Excel: pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic formulas, data validation, and reconciliation templates required.
• Word and PowerPoint: preparation of reports and presentations required
• Experience with ERP / accounting systems, such as: SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar enterprise finance systems required
• Experience in, or strong aptitude for, working with account reconciliation tools, reporting/BI tools (*, Power BI or similar) is an advantage.

Competencies & Personal Attributes

• Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced, professional environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional ethics.

Language Requirements

• English: Fluent spoken and written required
• Arabic: Spoken and written professional proficiency required

Join Our Team as an Accountant!
Virtual Vision (V2) is actively seeking a motivated and dedicated Accountant to become a part of our dynamic team in Al-Khobar. This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates looking to kickstart their careers in accounting.

Position Overview:
The Accountant will be responsible for various accounting tasks and will work closely with our finance team to ensure efficient financial operations.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Minimum qualification: Diploma in Accounting or a related field. (Note: Only Diploma holders will be considered.)
• Freshers are encouraged to apply; no previous experience is required.
• Immediate availability to join our team is essential.
• Must be residing in Al-Khobar or Dammam.

How to Apply:
If you meet the above criteria and are interested in this opportunity, please send your CV to our recruitment team. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Join us and be part of a company that values your contributions and offers a supportive environment for growth.