Accountant

About the Role

Haji Husein Alireza & Co. Ltd. is seeking an Accountant to join their team in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves preparing, reviewing, and maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring that customer, bank, and supplier accounts are properly recorded and reconciled. The Accountant will also ensure that financial transactions, records, and reports comply with applicable accounting standards, laws, regulations, and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accounting entries, financial records, and supporting documentation in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Review invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and related documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure the correct coding, approval, processing, and filing of financial transactions and obligations.
• Perform reconciliations for accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank accounts, and general ledger balances.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies, errors, and outstanding transactions with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing activities within required timelines.
• Prepare accounting schedules, reconciliations, and financial reports as requested by management.
• Maintain records of banking activities, including Letters of Credit, Letters of Guarantee, loans, and credit facilities.
• Monitor daily cash positions and verify the accuracy of balances and bank transactions.
• Compile and maintain invoices and supporting documents for tax and audit purposes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting regulations, tax requirements, and company financial policies.
• Support inventory count activities and prepare related reports when required.
• Maintain organized and accurate financial records, files, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with internal departments, suppliers, banks, and auditors to resolve financial and accounting matters.
• Communicate payment status and critical financial updates to relevant stakeholders.

Financial Control and Compliance

The role involves monitoring financial transactions to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with internal controls. This includes supporting internal and external audits by providing necessary financial information and documentation, and ensuring the proper retention, confidentiality, and accessibility of accounting and financial documents.

Stakeholder Coordination

The Accountant will coordinate with banks and internal stakeholders regarding financial transactions and required documentation. This position also provides additional accounting and financial support as assigned by Finance and Accounts Management.

Qualifications and Experience

• 0-1 year of experience in accounting or a related field.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.