Senior Accountant

Job Purpose:The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate financial management and control across the company’s event projects and daily accounting operations. The role focuses on project accounting, budget and cost control, financial reporting, supplier and client accounts, reconciliations, and maintaining compliance with applicable accounting standards and Saudi regulatory requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesManage general accounting activities, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations, and month-end closing.Track project revenues, expenses, commitments, purchase orders, and supplier invoices.Prepare project profitability and cost reports, highlighting budget variances and financial risks.Coordinate with Event, Production, Procurement, and Project Management teams to maintain accurate financial information for each event.Review supplier and freelancer invoices and ensure payments are supported by appropriate approvals and documentation.Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding balances.Monitor project cash flow and support the Finance Manager with cash-flow forecasting.Perform bank, supplier, customer, and intercompany reconciliations.Support external and internal audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and required documentation.Ensure compliance with company financial policies, approval authorities, and internal controls.Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, cost controls, and financial reporting.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.Minimum 4–6 years of accounting experience, preferably within events, exhibitions, entertainment, hospitality, advertising, or another project-based industry.Strong experience in project accounting, budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.Good understanding of Saudi VAT and ZATCA requirements.Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP/accounting systems.Professional certifications such as SOCPA, ACCA, CMA, or CPA are an advantage.Fluent English is required; Arabic is an advantage.