Finance Manager

About the Role

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Lead general accounting activities for KSA, including general ledger management, journal entries, accruals, provisions, balance-sheet reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings in compliance with IFRS, local requirements, and Henkel accounting policies.
• Manage and coordinate all Saudi tax matters, including VAT, withholding tax, corporate income tax, and other applicable tax requirements, ensuring accurate and timely filings and payments.
• Serve as the primary Finance contact for ZATCA, coordinating tax queries, assessments, audits, supporting documentation, and responses to authorities.
• Identify accounting discrepancies, tax exposures, and compliance risks, and implement appropriate controls and mitigation measures.
• Support internal and external audits and collaborate with regional/global Finance and Tax teams, business stakeholders, and external tax advisors as required.
• Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and automation of Finance processes, with a focus on strengthening SAP/ERP workflows, accounting efficiency, and financial governance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Candidates should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience in finance and accounting roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in IFRS and local accounting standards.
• Strong understanding of Saudi tax regulations, including VAT, withholding tax, and corporate income tax.
• Experience with SAP/ERP systems and a focus on process improvement and automation.

Work Environment

• This is a full-time position based in Dammam, requiring active engagement with internal teams and external authorities like ZATCA.

Application Process

• Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for this position. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.