Accounting Supervisor – Financial Reporting & IFRS Compliance | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Full Time
  • Full Time
  • Riyadh

📍 Location
Riyadh – Al Suwaidi District, Saudi Arabia

🗂 Job Category
Finance & Accounting
Banking & Insurance
Administration & Office Support
Business Development


🧾 Job Overview

Wajd Life is seeking a skilled Accounting Supervisor to join its growing finance team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is ideal for experienced accounting professionals with strong knowledge of IFRS standards and leadership experience in organizations listed on the Nomu – Parallel Market.

The Accounting Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with financial regulations and internal controls. The role also requires managing financial closing cycles, supporting audits, and providing leadership to junior accounting staff.

This position offers excellent career growth opportunities in corporate finance and financial leadership, particularly for professionals working within listed company environments. Candidates will benefit from exposure to financial reporting standards, audit collaboration, compliance processes, and strategic financial analysis, supporting long-term professional development and career advancement in finance and accounting management.


🛠 Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting

  • Apply IFRS standards to prepare financial statements and financial reports

  • Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes

  • Monitor compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and corporate procedures

  • Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and financial documentation

  • Provide mentorship and training to junior accountants to support professional development

  • Collaborate with internal departments and external auditors to ensure successful audits

  • Analyze financial data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvement

  • Support management with financial insights and reporting for decision-making


🎓 Requirements & Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of experience as an Accounting Supervisor or in an equivalent leadership role

Technical Skills

  • Strong knowledge and application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

  • Experience managing financial closing cycles and financial reporting processes

  • Familiarity with internal controls, reconciliations, and audit preparation

Industry Requirement

  • Previous experience working with a company listed on Nomu – Parallel Market (mandatory)

Soft Skills

  • Proven leadership and team management skills

  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Certifications (for Career Advancement)

  • CPA – Certified Public Accountant

  • ACCA – Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

  • SOCPA – Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants

These certifications can significantly enhance career growth, salary potential, and leadership opportunities in corporate finance.


💼 Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary: Not specified in the job announcement.

Average Market Salary (Estimated):
SAR 12,000 – 18,000 per month for Accounting Supervisors in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, depending on experience, certifications, and listed-company exposure.

Compensation Type: Monthly salary

Typical Benefits May Include

  • Health insurance and employee benefits package

  • Annual leave and company-sponsored benefits

  • Opportunities for professional training and accounting certifications

  • Exposure to financial reporting within listed companies

Career Growth Opportunities

Professionals in this role may advance to positions such as:

  • Finance Manager

  • Senior Financial Controller

  • Accounting Manager

  • Head of Finance

Experience with listed companies and IFRS reporting can significantly increase long-term earning potential and leadership opportunities in the finance sector.


📝 Application Process

🔗 Application Process (Website):

Apply only through the official job link
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📧 HR Email for Application

📩 Send your updated CV directly to:

Subject Line: Accounting Supervisor


🔹 Reference

Referred by: Rashid Naseem – Recrenza

To apply for this job email your details to mostafa.abdelbaset@wajdlife.com