Chief Accountant – F&B / Beverages

About the role

A client is hiring a Chief Accountant in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for a full-time position. The role suits someone with a strong accounting and financial management background, preferably in the beverages, food production, F&B or food manufacturing industry. The accountants will oversee daily accounting operations, financial reporting and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements and management reports
• Oversee bank reconciliations, journal entries and month-end closing
• Monitor budgets, expenses, cash flow and cost control
• Manage inventory accounting, stock valuation and cost of goods sold
• Ensure compliance with Saudi VAT, ZATCA requirements and applicable accounting standards
• Coordinate with auditors, banks, suppliers and internal departments
• Supervise the accounting team and improve financial processes

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in beverages, food production, F&B or food manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, inventory accounting and cost control
• Good understanding of Saudi VAT and ZATCA regulations
• Saudi Arabia work experience preferred

Required skills

• ERP and accounting systems
• Advanced Excel
• Financial reporting, general accounting, budgeting and VAT/ZATCA compliance
• Analytical, organizational and leadership skills