Accountant
| Published | September 16, 2026 |
| Expires | November 15, 2026 |
| Location | Dammam, Saudi Arabia |
| Category | Accounting |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Salary Unit | Hour |
Description
We are seeking a competent and detail-oriented Accountant to manage the company’s day-to-day accounting and financial activities, ensure compliance with Saudi VAT and ZATCA requirements, and provide accounting and related support services to clients.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, handling VAT and ZATCA-related matters, coordinating with auditors and government platforms, and supporting clients with their accounting and tax compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. Company Accounting & Finance
• Manage day-to-day accounting transactions, including sales, purchases, receipts, payments, expenses, and journal entries.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger and subsidiary accounts.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Perform bank, customer, supplier, and ledger reconciliations.
• Monitor accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Prepare invoices, payment requests, receipts, and other financial documents.
• Monitor company cash flow and outstanding receivables/payables.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of accounting records.
• Assist management with budgeting, financial analysis, and cost control.
2. VAT & ZATCA Compliance
• Manage the company’s VAT compliance and ZATCA-related requirements.
• Prepare and submit periodic VAT returns within the applicable deadlines.
• Review VAT calculations and ensure correct treatment of taxable, zero-rated, exempt, and out-of-scope transactions.
• Maintain proper VAT documentation, invoices, and supporting records.
• Handle ZATCA-related correspondence, queries, assessments, and compliance requirements.
• Assist with ZATCA e-invoicing (Fatoora) requirements and implementation.
• Coordinate with external tax consultants/auditors when required.
• Monitor changes in Saudi VAT and ZATCA regulations and advise management accordingly.
3. Client Accounting & Tax Services
• Provide accounting and bookkeeping services to company clients.
• Assist clients with VAT registration, VAT returns, VAT compliance, and related ZATCA matters.
• Prepare client financial reports and accounting reconciliations.
• Review client invoices and supporting documents for accounting and VAT compliance.
• Respond professionally to client accounting and tax-related queries.
• Coordinate with clients to collect required financial documents and information.
• Maintain confidentiality and proper records of client financial information.
• Support clients during audits, ZATCA queries, and other compliance matters.
4. Audit & Financial Compliance
• Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits and financial statement preparation.
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Ensure accounting records comply with applicable Saudi regulations and company policies.
• Identify accounting discrepancies and take corrective action.
• Maintain organized records for audit and regulatory purposes.
5. Client Relationship & Business Support
• Act as a professional point of contact for assigned clients regarding accounting and tax matters.
• Understand client requirements and provide timely solutions.
• Prepare quotations/proposals for accounting, VAT, ZATCA, and related services when required.
• Assist the business development team in explaining accounting and tax service offerings to prospective clients.
• Maintain strong and professional relationships with clients.
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification such as SOCPA, ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent is an advantage.
• Minimum 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in Saudi Arabia.
• Practical experience with Saudi VAT and ZATCA requirements.
• Experience with ZATCA e-invoicing/Fatoora is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP software.
• Strong communication and client-handling skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet regulatory deadlines.
• Good English communication skills; Arabic is an advantage.
Preferred Experience
Experience in any of the following will be highly valued:
• Saudi VAT and ZATCA compliance
• ZATCA e-invoicing/Fatoora
• Corporate accounting and bookkeeping
• Client accounting services
• Audit coordination
• Tax and compliance advisory
• Payroll accounting and WPS-related accounting
• ERP/accounting software implementation
• Handling multiple client accounts
Key Skills
• Accounting & Bookkeeping
• VAT & Tax Compliance
• ZATCA Compliance
• Financial Reporting
• Bank & Ledger Reconciliation
• Microsoft Excel
• Client Relationship Management
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Communication & Negotiation
• Confidentiality and Professional Ethics
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Accuracy and timeliness of accounting records
• Timely VAT return preparation and submission
• ZATCA compliance and absence of avoidable penalties
• Timely completion of monthly financial closing
• Accuracy of reconciliations and financial reports
• Timely response to client requirements
• Client satisfaction and retention
• Proper documentation and audit readiness
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