Chief Accountant

Job description / Role

Our client is leading TFM in the Kingdom, and they are currently seeking for a Chief Accountant to be based in Khobar, Saudi Arabia. The role will report to the Head of Finance and will be responsible for FP&A, Budgeting, VAT(Taxation), Monthly and Yearly Closing. Primary Roles and Responsibilities: • Support the implementation of the approved budget to monitor actual expenditure against budget, analyze significant variances and identify any opportunities for cost efficiencies. • Assist with the development of financial models in such areas as financial and expense performance, rate of return, depreciation, working capital, and investments. • Prepare reports, graphs and charts of data developed. • Analyze complex financial information and reports to provide accurate and timely financial recommendations for decision making purposes. • Knowledge on Zakat/VAT Authority communications. • Knowledge on Accounts receivable – Invoicing & Client Communications. • Knowledge on Month end, Yearend reconciliation, Audit Process. • Knowledge on Banking Transactions • Assist with the preparation of budget and Best Estimate.

Requirements

Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in a related subject or otherwise extensive finance. • Preferable an accounting Qualification (ACCA, CA, CMA, IFRS). • experience and demonstrated financial acumen. • Recognized professional accounting qualification preferable. • Demonstrated proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite including a high level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel. • Requires a minimum of 10 years related experience in financial planning & Accounting,

About the company

Service Our aim is to provide our clients and candidates with a consistent, quality service that goes beyond the norm, giving them peace of mind and complete trust in our ability to meet their needs. Knowledge Big Fish consultants specialise in their fields and have extensive experience in the region and beyond. We take pride in our knowledge and network and believe that our relationships are built on trust and integrity and are made for the long term. Care At Big Fish, as well as caring for the people we work with, we also care about the world and environment we live in, that's why Big Fish support initiatives that promote human welfare, environmental protection and sustainability.