Manager Finance Reporting & Accounting KSA

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Your mission

The Manager Finance Reporting & Accounting KSA plays a key role in ensuring accurate financial records, supporting business decisions, and maintaining compliance with Saudi regulations.

This role is responsible for managing accounting operations, leading month-end closing activities, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations (VAT, Zakat, and Corporate Tax) in KSA.

The role will be based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities including AP, AR, and GL
• Ensure timely and accurate posting of invoices and journal entries
• Prepare and post month-end journals (accruals, prepayments, leases, provisions, etc.)
• Maintain prepaid and accrual schedules
• Handle employee-related accounting (payroll entries, expense reimbursements)
• Manage expense claims in line with company policies
• Prepare debit notes for intercompany and supplier settlements
• Perform vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Support purchase order processes and financial controls
• Assist in OPEX tracking, analysis, and cost control
• Support internal and external audits
• Act as backup for Finance Manager when required

Month-End Closing & Reporting

• Lead and ensure timely completion of month-end closing activities
• Prepare monthly financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Perform detailed GL and balance sheet reconciliations
• Conduct variance analysis vs. budget and prior periods
• Support management reporting (MIS) and business insights
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and PUMA Group accounting policies
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet reporting deadlines

Taxation & Compliance (KSA Focus)

• Ensure full compliance with ZATCA regulations
• Manage VAT accounting, reconciliation, and filing
• Support Zakat and Corporate Tax computations and submissions
• Ensure compliance with e-invoicing (FATOORA) requirements
• Maintain proper documentation for tax audits and inspections
• Stay updated on Saudi tax laws and ensure timely implementation

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure adherence to PUMA internal controls, policies, and procedures
• Maintain accurate, complete, and auditable financial records
• Strengthen internal controls in line with corporate and local requirements
• Ensure compliance with Saudi regulatory and statutory requirements

Your talent

Education

• Professional qualification (CA / ACCA / CPA / MBA in Finance)

Experience

• 3–6 years of experience in Finance / Accounting
• Experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC retail/FMCG environment preferred
• Strong exposure to VAT, Zakat, and tax compliance in KSA

Capabilities

• Strong knowledge of SAP / ERP systems and MS Office
• Good command of the English language; Arabic language proficiency is a plus
• Good understanding of IFRS and the Saudi tax framework
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Effective communication and stakeholder management
• Team player with a proactive mindset
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Our principles

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.