IFRS Senior Accountant📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Tandem Interim is seeking experienced IFRS Senior Accountants or Accounting Managers for a contract position to support finance operations and reporting across multiple locations in Saudi Arabia. This role is designed for motivated professionals capable of independently managing accounting activities and delivering audit-ready financial outputs with minimal supervision. The initial contract duration is 6-12 months and is extendable.

Role Purpose

This position is critical for ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The successful candidate will play a key role in the month-end close process, financial statement preparation, and supporting audit functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute month-end close activities in strict adherence to IFRS guidelines.
• Prepare accurate journal entries, accruals, and provisions to reflect the company's financial position.
• Manage all aspects of fixed assets, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and impairment, in line with IFRS.
• Oversee lease accounting processes, ensuring compliance with IFRS 16 standards.
• Handle revenue recognition in accordance with IFRS 15 and manage accounts receivable effectively.
• Prepare comprehensive financial statements and all necessary supporting schedules.
• Produce high-quality, audit-ready working papers to facilitate internal and external audits.
• Actively support internal and external audit processes by providing required documentation and explanations.
• Ensure strict compliance with company policies and meet all reporting timelines.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must hold a valid Iqama or be a Saudi National.
• Fluent in both Arabic and English (mandatory).

Required Skills and Experience

• Extensive hands-on experience in IFRS accounting, typically 7-12 years.
• Proficiency in managing month-end close procedures and financial reporting.
• Solid understanding and practical application of IFRS standards, with specific expertise in IFRS 15 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers) and IFRS 16 (Leases).
• Experience in preparing journal entries, accruals, and provisions.
• Competence in fixed asset accounting and lease accounting.
• Skilled in revenue recognition and managing accounts receivable.
• Ability to prepare accurate financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Proficiency in generating audit-ready working papers.
• Experience supporting internal and external audits.
• Knowledge of and adherence to company policies and reporting timelines.
• Experience in the public sector or regulated industries is preferred.

Work Location and Environment

This contract role is available in multiple locations across Saudi Arabia, including Tabuk, Al-Baha, Hafar Al-Batin, Taif, Najran, Al-Ahsa, and Northern Borders. Candidates must be able to work independently in fast-paced environments and demonstrate a high attention to detail and accountability.