Accounting Analyst

Saudi Aramco (ASC)

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Analyst to join our Downstream Finance, Planning & Performance Management (DS P&PMD).

Downstream Planning and Performance Management team are the gatekeepers of Downstream' s planning, performance reporting and business accountability, turning financial, operational and market intelligence data into action-oriented insights. Partners closely with the business to influence decisions, identify performance opportunities, and drive timely corrective actions while continuously improving planning and report processes.

Your primary role requires close collaboration with business, senior leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders, as well as a strong ability to translate complex accounting guidance into practical accounting positions. This role is ideal for technically strong accounting professional who combines sound judgment, strong analytical skills, and attention to detail. Also, playing a critical part in ensuring accurate application of accounting standards, leading impairment and technical accounting assessment for significant and non-routine transactions, and providing technical guidance to finance and business teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead Impairment Assessment: for goodwill, property, plant and equipment, right-of-use assets, and investments:

• Develop, review, and challenge impairment models and key assumptions
• Assess impairment indicators and trigger events in line with applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare robust impairment documentation, including technical accounting papers and audit support.

• Technical Accounting Treatments:

• Evaluate and advise on the accounting treatments and implications of strategic decisions, contracts, and transactions.
• Identify accounting risks and recommends actions to improve governance and controls.

• Stakeholder's Support:

• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end processes for technical and reporting areas.
• Provide technical guidance to Finance and Business stakeholders.
• Ensuring adherence to internal control, accounting policies and governance framework.

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline from a recognized and approved program (MBA or professional certification such as CFA, CMA, CPA preferred).
• You will have a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience, preferably big 4, large public accounting firm, listed entities or regulated environments
• Strong technical accounting expertise with the ability to communicate findings clearly and attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively, building effective relationships to deliver business objectives.
• Strong background in complex accounting treatments, including impairment assessments, to support financial reporting, compliance, and technical accounting matters.