We seek a highly qualified Financial Controller with a strong accounting background to join our Saudi real estate development company. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with Saudi regulations, have expertise in IFRS, and possess financial analysis and modeling skills. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with the CEO and existing accountant, with potential growth into a C-level executive position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all accounting operations and ensure compliance with Saudi regulations
- Implement and maintain IFRS standards in financial reporting
- Conduct financial analysis and develop financial models to support decision-making
- Collaborate closely with the CEO and existing accountant to optimize financial processes
- Ensure adherence to basic Sharia law financial concepts in operations and reporting
- Manage and develop the finance team
- Prepare and present financial reports to senior management and stakeholders
Skills
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
- Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) or willingness to obtain CPA certification
- 3 to 5 years of experience in financial management, preferably in real estate or related industries
- Strong knowledge of Saudi financial regulations and IFRS
- Proficiency in financial analysis and modeling
- Advanced Excel skills
- Knowledge of accounting software (any specific software is a plus)
- Understanding of basic Sharia law financial concepts
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Fluency in Arabic and English