Sr General Ledger Accountant

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.

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.