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Controller - Regional Headquarters

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Esri

Controller - Regional Headquarters

Ad Dawādimī, Saudi Arabia

Overview

We are looking for a Controller for a recently established Regional Headquarters to join our team and lead the accounting function in our Saudi Arabia Regional Headquarters. In this position you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with local GAAP, laws, and regulations. This role will work closely with the Accounting, Treasury, and Tax teams in the United States and with our offices located in the Middle East and African regions to ensure proper accounting operations, management reporting and external reporting activities.

This position is located at our regional headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

  • Ownership of the month and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial statements and compliance with local GAAP, laws, and regulations
  • Ensure quality control over financial transactions, financial reporting, and monthly allocations
  • Support local treasury and tax activities to ensure adherence to local compliance requirements
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures and ensure adherence to best practices
  • Collaborate with the Corporate Finance team on a regular basis to communicate events and transactions that may impact results and forecasts including short range outlooks, annual and long-range plan development processes
  • Support operational areas that have a direct impact on international accounting activities such as AP, Assets, and other accounting transactional functions for entities under assigned responsibility

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Requirements

  • 12+ years of progressive experience and at least 3+ years of management experience
  • Strong knowledge of Saudi Organization for Certified Public Accountants (SOCPA) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and financial consolidation
  • Proficient with regular accounting practices and the ability to prepare and analyze financial statements
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Excellent Arabic and English verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex accounting issues to various levels of the organization
  • Ability to develop strong analytical skills, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret business needs
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Recommended Qualifications

  • Certified Public Accountant or equivalent
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and large ERP systems, preferably SAP

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About Esri

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life's best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri's Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.

If you don't meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email askcareers@esri.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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Client-provided location(s): Saudi Arabia
Job ID: Esri-4471836007
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • FSA
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Founder led

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