Overview
Controller – Regional Headquarters Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at Esri
Overview
We are looking for a Controller for a recently established Regional Headquarters to
join our team
and lead the accounting function in our Saudi Arabia Regional Headquarters. In this position you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with local GAAP, laws, and regulations. This role will work closely with the Accounting, Treasury, and Tax teams in the United States and with our offices located in the Middle East and African regions to ensure proper accounting operations, management reporting and external reporting activities.
This position is located at our regional headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Responsibilities
Ownership of the month and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial statements and compliance with local GAAP, laws, and regulations
Ensure quality control over financial transactions, financial reporting, and monthly allocations
Support local treasury and tax activities to ensure adherence to local compliance requirements
Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures and ensure adherence to best practices
Collaborate with the Corporate Finance team on a regular basis to communicate events and transactions that may impact results and forecasts including short range outlooks, annual and long-range plan development processes
Support operational areas that have a direct impact on international accounting activities such as AP, Assets, and other accounting transactional functions for entities under assigned responsibility
Requirements
12+ years of progressive experience and at least 3+ years of management experience
Strong knowledge of Saudi Organization for Certified Public Accountants (SOCPA) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and financial consolidation
Proficient with regular accounting practices and the ability to prepare and analyze financial statements
Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Excellent Arabic and English verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex accounting issues to various levels of the organization
Ability to develop strong analytical skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret business needs
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Recommended Qualifications
Certified Public Accountant or equivalent
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and large ERP systems, preferably SAP
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Title: Controller – Regional Headquarters
Company: Esri
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Category: Finance & Banking (Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Tax Accountant), Accounting (Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Tax Accountant, Senior Accountant)
