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General Summary
As the Accountant, responsibilities include assisting with many of the accounting, financial control and administration activities for the Saudi Arabian branch of Ghafari Associates.
Essential Job Functions
- Prepare and maintain the Branch accounting books and records in accordance with Saudi Laws.
- Prepare monthly report of payments made by the Branch.
- Submit weekly and monthly bank statements to head office.
- Process Branch accounts payable and initiate bank payments.
- Prepare monthly sales invoices and follow up on payment of sales invoices.
- Prepare Statements of Account.
- Process monthly payroll and update Branch’s Mudad account.
- Process the renewal of Branch’s and employee’s licenses, registrations and certifications.
- Assist with the preparation of information for VAT and Income Tax returns
- Assist ad hoc analyses and other accounting and administrative activities as required.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
Experience
- Minimum three-plus years of experience in monthly financial reporting and related close processes.
- Experience with Saudi Arabian VAT and Tax laws
- Experience interacting with Saudi Arabian government departments and using governmental systems such as Ministry of Investment, Ministry of Commerce, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, Muqeem, Tamm, Mudad, GOSI, Qiwa, ZATCA, Ejar, etc.
- Experience with Zoho Books a plus
Skills/Competencies
- Strong aptitude for technology, including Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet strict deadlines.
- Must exhibit good verbal and written communication skills in English and Arabic.
- Knowledge of customer service-based business model a plus.
Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.
Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work, Crain’s Cool Place to Work, and a Best and Brightest company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects.
Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We provide flexible work environments allowing team members a schedule that benefits them, whether it is fully remote, hybrid or an in-office experience.
Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.
Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply now!
Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways
Connect to our job portal (https//ghafari.jobs)
By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn Human Resources
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If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.
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