General Accountant📣 Job Ad

Join a Leading Pharmaceutical Company as an Accountant!

We are seeking an experienced Accountant for our Riyadh office to manage essential financial operations. As a key part of our team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the financial integrity of our organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full cycle of accounts payable.
• Handle invoicing and account reconciliation.
• Analyze financial transactions and documents.
• Enhance cash collection and analyze receivables.
• Manage balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
• Reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
• Ensure compliance of financial statements and records with laws and regulations.
• Compile and present financial and budget reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting/finance experience; healthcare/pharmaceutical industry experience is a plus.
• At least 5 years of experience in accounts payable.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with SAP.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English; Arabic is a plus.

Applicants must be available for face-to-face interviews in Riyadh.

Apply today to be part of our dynamic team!

About the Job

Join alfanar as a General Accountant and take on an essential role in managing financial activities within our organization. At alfanar, we engage in manufacturing and trading a variety of electrical products while focusing on sustainable energy solutions. We are dedicated to maintaining high quality standards for our customers and continuously developing our workforce, which we consider our greatest asset.

Job Purpose
You will be responsible for performing various financial activities, including preparing financial statements, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

Key Accountability Areas

• Financial Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate general ledger accounts, post journal entries, and ensure accurate business transactions.
• Account Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliations and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Accounts Receivable & Payable: Process invoices, monitor receivables, and ensure timely payments to vendors.
• Asset Management: Maintain fixed asset records and ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP.
• Inventory Management: Track inventory transactions and assist in audits and reconciliations.
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare financial reports and support month-end closing.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure adherence to internal controls and support external audits.
• System & Process Improvements: Recommend enhancements in systems and accounting software.
• Collaboration: Work closely with procurement and finance teams in budgeting and forecasting.

Academic Qualification
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Work Experience
2 to 5 years

Technical Competencies

• Financial Accounting (FI)
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Financial Reporting

Join Our Team as a General Accountant!
A leading company in the lighting industry is seeking an experienced General Accountant with 10+ years of accounting experience, particularly in the KSA market. If you have hands-on expertise in Odoo ERP and a strong understanding of local financial regulations, we want you on our team!

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with Saudi regulations and company policies.
• Manage VAT, Zakat, and other tax compliance requirements, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Maintain and reconcile balance sheets and general ledger accounts.
• Handle financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting activities.
• Utilize Odoo ERP for accounting transactions, reporting, and financial analysis.
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide required documentation for audits.
• Monitor cash flow and financial performance, delivering insights to management.
• Ensure full compliance with Saudi accounting standards and regulatory obligations.
• Provide financial analysis to support business decisions.
• Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff as needed.

Qualifications And Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with proven experience working in the KSA market.
• Proficient in Odoo ERP systems.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi accounting standards, VAT, Zakat, and local regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus.
• Must be currently based in KSA or willing to relocate.