Mission
JOB PURPOSE:
The Senior General Ledger Accountant serves as the primary custodian of financial integrity, ensuring the precision of the general ledger through rigorous oversight of the end-to-end accounting cycle. This role is strategically vital for translating complex operational data into compliant financial statements while driving the digital evolution of the finance function.
Profile
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
Financial Governance & Reporting Excellence
•Prepare the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close cycles, ensuring all general ledger activities are completed with absolute accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
•Analyze comprehensive financial statements and variance reports to provide leadership with actionable insights regarding operational performance and fiscal health.
•Execute high-level reviews of journal entries, complex accruals, and technical provisions to guarantee the completeness of the company’s financial records.
•Ensure full compliance with IFRS/GAAP standards and internal accounting policies through consistent monitoring and application of regulatory updates.
Process Optimization & Technical Leadership
•Spearhead the enhancement of internal controls and accounting workflows to safeguard company assets and increase departmental efficiency.
•Drive process automation initiatives and ERP system implementations, specifically focusing on the integration of manufacturing modules with the general ledger.
•Mentor and review the technical output of junior GL accountants, fostering a high-performance culture rooted in accuracy and continuous professional development.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Audit Management
•Coordinate with Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Payroll teams to ensure the proper accounting treatment of intercompany transactions and operational expenses.
•Manage the preparation of complex balance sheet reconciliations, taking the lead in resolving high-priority discrepancies across global accounts.
•Lead the facilitation of internal and external audits by preparing comprehensive documentation and serving as the primary technical liaison for audit queries.
•Partner with the Treasury department to manage payment requests for statutory dues, ensuring liquidity optimization and timely settlement of obligations.
Safety Responsibilities:
•Promote a positive safety culture within the workplace and attend any safety-related meetings or briefings as required within the job role.
•Comply with the requirements of RDMC RQHSE Policy and Safety Management System.
•Be mindful that Safety, Security, and Environmental protection are everyone’s responsibility. All staff members are accountable for reporting and intervening in any Safety, Security, or Environmental violations.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS:
•Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
•Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent) is highly preferred.
•Excellent command of both spoken and written English and Arabic.
KNOWLEDGE:
•Strong mastery of IFRS and/or GAAP frameworks and global financial reporting standards.
•Advanced data management skills (Power Query, macros, or SQL) for handling large-scale manufacturing datasets.
•High proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP S/4HANA, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics 365.
EXPERIENCE:
•3-5 years of experience in General Ledger accounting, with a minimum of 2 years in a manufacturing or heavy industry setting is preferred.
DESIRED BEHAVIORS & EXPERIENCES
•Experience transitioning manual accounting workflows into automated, AI-augmented processes.
•A steadfast commitment to transparency and financial ethics, even under tight reporting deadlines.
•A proactive approach to identifying ledger discrepancies before they escalate into month-end bottlenecks.
•Exceptional ability to communicate highly technical concepts (verbally and visually) to non-financial and executive audiences.
•High level of professionalism, ethical conduct, and integrity.
•Ability to work in a fast-paced industry.