Chief Accountant - EPC Telecommunication Company

Client of Rawaj Company for Recruitment

The Chief Accountant is responsible for leading the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with IFRS and Saudi regulatory standards. The role supports strategic financial decision-making in a project-driven telecom and infrastructure environment.

Key Accountabilities:

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closing cycles and ensure timely IFRS-compliant financial reporting (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Oversee general ledger activities, reconciliations, journal entries, and strengthen internal controls and accounting policies
• Manage project accounting including cost allocation, WIP tracking, revenue recognition, and EPC/telecom project performance monitoring
• Coordinate with project teams for budget vs. actual analysis and financial performance tracking
• Ensure full compliance with ZATCA requirements including VAT, withholding tax, and e-invoicing, along with statutory reporting
• Enhance ERP system usage (Microsoft Dynamics), reporting dashboards, and drive process automation and efficiency improvements
• Supervise and develop accounting team members, ensuring accuracy, control, and high-quality financial outputs

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting / Finance, Preferably CPA, SOCPA, ACCA, or CMA.
• 10 12 years of accounting experience with at least 3+ years in a senior accounting / chief accountant role.
• Strong experience in Project accounting & revenue recognition.
• Experience in :Construction / telecom / infrastructure / EPC companies (preferred)
• Strong IFRS knowledge
• Advanced Excel + ERP systems (SAP / Oracle preferred)
• Solid understanding of VAT and Saudi tax regulations
• Proven ability to build finance structures and accounting processes from the ground up.
• Strong capability in handling operational and financial challenges with effective problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team management
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines