General Ledger Director

Strategy and Planning

Contribute to the development of Accounting business plan ensuring alignment with ZATCA strategy

Develop the operational plan for General Ledger in line with Accounting business plan and Finance and Administration strategic plan

Implement plans and provide input to enable achievement of General Ledger goals that support ZATCA s overall strategic plans

Discuss General Ledger budgeting requirements with top management and provide input to the budgeting process

Ensure effective utilization of General Ledger budget, and report accurately on progress made and challenges encountered

Investigate and propose implementing initiatives that result in positive financial impact for General Ledger and mitigates financial and operational risks

Maintain the general ledger system and ensure its optimization and efficiency in coordination with IT & Digitization function

Manage the development of financial statements, chart of accounts, financial position forecasts, and other reports ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Ensure support and direction and training are provided to other functions regarding accounting and closing policies and procedures, monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes, efficient controls, and utilization of financial resources

Follow-up on General Court of Audit requests, and issue relevant financial statements accordingly

Ensure resolution of non-compliance cases resulting from audits/ General Court of Audit findings and enforce corrective measures to mitigate future risks and recurrence

Ensure that ZATCA s general ledger is properly updated and reflects all transaction adjustments made in order to maintain a proper and clear system covering all modifications and updates

Manage periodic (daily, monthly, quarterly, yearly) closing processes ensuring adherence to applicable policies and Ministry of Finance directions

Oversee periodic financial reports and ensure reported results comply with financial reporting standards

Participate in the identification and recruitment of key talent

Guide, mentor and support direct reports in order to execute duties according to set policies and processes

Develop individual performance objectives, provide necessary support, evaluate/appraise team and provide regular feedback on performance

Establish a high-performance working environment and promote ZATCA values