Accountant
Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia · Full Time
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- Experience
- 5+ yrs
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 6 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Accounting degree or equivalent
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
About IDP
IDP Education Ltd is a worldwide leader in international education services, dedicated to fostering success among students, test takers, and partners via a blend of trusted relationships, advanced digital technology, and in-depth customer research. As a publicly listed Australian company, IDP maintains operations across over 50 countries. Our diverse workforce of more than 7,000 individuals spans multiple nationalities, age groups, and cultural backgrounds. We pride ourselves on a customer-centric approach supported by cutting-edge technology to transform local aspirations into global achievements.
Role Purpose
This role focuses on managing all finance and accounting-related responsibilities at the country level.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate bookkeeping, oversee the trial balance, and prepare financial statements using an ERP system for audit file preparation.
- Possess knowledge of Saudi Arabian tax laws, including GST and VAT, to prepare quarterly and annual tax filings.
- Develop tax schedules and assist with the preparation of tax reports and returns applying fundamental tax regulations.
- Reconcile daily collection receipts and ensure precise accounting record preparation, transaction research, and reporting.
- Document accounting transactions in line with internal and external stakeholder procedures.
- Coordinate with finance managers and auditors to facilitate external audit preparations and support.
- Ensure compliance with company financial policies and procedures, flagging discrepancies to management and undertaking additional assigned projects.
Requirements
- Degree in Accounting or equivalent, preferably from an English Medium or Accredited University.
- Proven experience with ERP and financial applications.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices.
- Typically possesses at least five years of experience in bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, financial reporting and analysis, auditing, and taxation.