LAWAZEM is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Accountant to lead our accounting team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all accounting functions, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and managing financial reporting processes. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to provide strategic insights to drive the organization forward.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger management.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with international accounting standards.
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Manage the budget preparation process and monitor budget performance.
- Conduct financial analysis and provide insights for decision-making.
- Lead the annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Train, mentor, and develop accounting staff to enhance their skills and capabilities.
- Collaborate with other departments to support overall business objectives.
- Based in Riyadh - Saudi Arabia.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
- In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and practices, tax regulations, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Fluency in Arabic and English.
Top Skills
What We Do
We knew through our experience in Procurement, that more than 70% of procurement transactions are of a low value, and if summed in value it would only represent less than 5% of your total spending, and as a result you and your Procurement team and everyone involved in the approval and accounting process, would be spending majority of your productive time working and approving and processing transactions that does not reflect direct benefit to your organization's goals.
We introduce to you Lawazem
It is the first B2B marketplace that is especially made to solve that problem.
Lawazem consolidates all your operational purchases and spending in one place, whether it is groceries, stationary, cleaning materials, office accessories, or else.
We go beyond to make your work environment even better, by providing gift and flower deliveries to your employees and clients, arrange for internal events, and prepare for your guest and internal meetings through our hospitality partners.
Finally, we even help in becoming your concierge for your international purchases, online purchases that require Credit Cards, and help you improve your sourcing process.
Lawazem is here to help you anytime and everytime.
