Senior Accountant Urbas Middle East

Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on highly competent Senior Accountant capable of building and managing the full accounting and finance function of the company in Saudi Arabia.

This position is not limited to routine bookkeeping. It requires full ownership of accounting operations financial reporting compliance treasury management and support for project finance activities. The right candidate will be responsible for establishing the accounting system policies processes and controls from the ground up.

This is an ideal role for someone who wants autonomy leadership and long-term growth inside a fast-scaling multinational developer.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Accounting & System Ownership

Set up and maintain the full chart of accounts and internal accounting system (ERP selection & rollout if required)
Manage the full accounting cycle: AP AR GL bank reconciliation payroll fixed assets accruals and intercompany transactions
Implement internal controls cost centers project-based accounting and approval workflows
Ensure proper archiving digital documentation and audit-ready records

2. Financial Reporting & Monthly Closing

Lead monthly quarterly and annual closing process
Issue financial statements: P&L balance sheet cash-flow and project cost reports
Prepare management dashboards for Saudi leadership group reporting package for HQ in Spain (IFRS)
Maintain cash-flow forecasts and liquidity planning

3. Tax Compliance & Audit

Manage filings and compliance for: VAT Withholding Tax Zakat GOSI payroll taxes and corporate income tax
Coordinate with external auditors (Saudi Arabia Spain) and tax advisors
Ensure full compliance with ZATCA Saudi GAAP and IFRS

4. Payroll Banking & Treasury

Execute monthly WPS payroll and expense reimbursements
Manage online banking LCs LGs supplier payments and collections
Maintain treasury worksheet cash-burn rate and payment schedules

5. Project & Corporate Finance Support

Support feasibility models cost allocation and budget tracking for real estate and PPP projects
Track subcontractor/supplier accounts retention certifications advances etc.
Assist with financial due-diligence for JV partners investors and lenders

6. Strategic & Growth-Support Functions

Prepare financial policies & procedures to support company scaling
Recommend automation ERP upgrades and process improvements
Potential to grow into Finance Manager / Regional Controller / CFO as the entity expands

Required Qualifications:

RequirementDetailsEducationBachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field (CPA / CMA as an advantage)ExperienceMinimum 6 years of full accounting experience ideally in construction real estate development or a multinational groupTechnical SkillsERP systems (SAP Odoo Oracle Zoho etc.) advanced Excel IFRS reportingRegulatory KnowledgeStrong knowledge of Saudi tax laws VAT WHT Zakat payroll compliance IFRSLanguageEnglish and Arabic requiredNationalitySaudi nationals or expats with a transferable Iqama

Soft Skills & Competencies:

Self-starter able to build systems from scratch
High integrity and confidentiality in financial handling
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
Able to work independently and report to the executive level
Comfortable in dynamic entrepreneurial fast-growing environments

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package
Full ownership of the finance function from day one
Real opportunity to grow into Finance Manager / Controller / CFO
Exposure to international HQ and high-profile Saudi projects
A leadership seat in a growing multinational developer

We are seeking a hands-on highly competent Senior Accountant capable of building and managing the full accounting and finance function of the company in Saudi Arabia.This position is not limited to routine bookkeeping. It requires full ownership of accounting operations financial reporting complianc...