Senior Accountant

About the Role

Career Legal is seeking a Senior Accountant to join an international leading law firm in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position involves supporting the Finance Manager in the daily financial operations of the Riyadh office and assisting with various ad hoc projects. The role requires close collaboration with the US and London finance teams to ensure the financial management needs of the Riyadh office are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank transactions, including expense payments, revenue collections, and bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Assist with client billing, e-invoicing, and collections for the Riyadh office, working in coordination with the London-based Revenue Team.
• Facilitate the submission of client e-bills through local electronic billing systems and confirm successful submission.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including the preparation of accrual and adjusting journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Gather necessary information for the preparation of local and country regulatory and tax filings, in collaboration with the Finance Manager and external consultants.
• Coordinate financial and tax audits, providing required support and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Firm policies and procedures.
• Undertake ad hoc assignments as needed to support finance operations.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should possess 2-5 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance roles. Experience within a professional services environment, particularly a law firm, is beneficial. The role demands a strong understanding of financial operations and accounting principles.

Work Environment

This position is based in the Riyadh office and operates within an international law firm setting. The role involves working closely with both local and international finance teams, requiring effective communication and collaboration across different regions.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for this full-time Senior Accountant position. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.