Financial Controller

• Leading the General Ledger activities in the market and interaction with GBS in Delhi (India)
• Accountable for the preparation of specifications/reconciliations and documentation of financial data, e.g., the financial statements
• Continuous improvement of the financial processes and internal controls
• Responsible for data management and processes transition under for planned transformation
• Coordination and execution of the month end closing activities of the entities according to closing schedule and in line with both US GAAP and internal accounting guide lines
• Coordination and/or preparation of entries that are needed based on monitoring of the financial results during the month and closing
• Liaise with Accounting team in GBS Delhi (India) on preparation and progress of the closing
• Identify country specific Legal & Statutory requirements (e.g. content, format, filing due dates,penalties)
• Compile Statutory Accounts and Tax Returns (e.g. coordinate completion of Statutory Accounts, prepare Financial Statements, prepare Notes to the Financial Statements, prepare Management Report, file Financial Statements and Tax Returns to local authorities)
• Design, implement and test controls
• ensure GAAP/IFRS adherence, and file taxes including the CGGF implementation from Aramco (including current gap assessment and implementation plan)
• Liaise with external & internal auditors, compile audit documentation, and resolve findings
• Oversee borrowing, manage debt covenants, and maintain banking relationships
• Supervise payroll processing and ensure payments are made according to policy
• Keep close contact with Business Controller on matters related to gross profit e.g. monitor sales accruals, take corrective actions in operating results, Identify, valuate and quantify any Internal risks
• Ensures SOX compliance for the locations in the country/countries
• Back up for the Financial Director in KSA
• Participate in special (ad-hoc) projects
• Participate in tax audits in KSA and support team in MEA
• Hire, train, and mentor accounting staff

• Professional qualification or similar University level degree in Accounting & Finance
• 6–8 years in financial control or audit (some experience in Big 4 audit firms would be a plus)
• CPA/CA/ACCA mandatory
• Professional level of knowledge of modern accounting practices
• Good understanding of US GAAP reporting
• Good understanding of Local GAAP reporting & Tax regulations for countries of responsibility
• Experience with Internal Controls (SOX)
• Good understanding of the use and application of ERP systems (SAP pre)
• Good understanding of the use and application of other IT software (Excel, Word & PowerPoint)
• Experience with cultural diversity
• Pro-active, hands-on mentality, convincing, motivated, team player and leadership skills
• Fluent in English, both verbal and written

Arabic would be a plus