Accountant

NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.

As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.

As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.

Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!

ROLE OVERVIEW

To support the Accounting Team of ENOWA in day-to-day activities, engaging with both internal and external stakeholders to progress all accounting related issues in a timely manner – escalating where appropriate. This role will work closely with the Accounting Manager providing regular updates, and key stakeholders within ENOWA and NEOM.

ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES

The Accountant's responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Key Accountabilities & Activities

• Coordination with ENOWA Finance and Business teams for preparation of month-end accruals and getting proper support documents from the team to justify the accrual amounts.
• Follow up with the Business Teams to action Pending SES.
• Review of Month end accruals with ENOWA Accounting Manager.
• Inventory accounting and preparation of schedules.
• Perform month-end closing activities in coordination with NEOM Central Finance.
• Review monthly transactions in SAP for correct classifications.
• Balance sheet and Income statement reconciliation schedules.
• Preparation of monthly financial statements to be reviewed with ENOWA Accounting Manager.
• Understanding of how to apply International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) to day-to-day activities of the business.
• Operate within the required SOX controls framework, completing assigned control procedures, and supporting with specified SOX activities.
• Liaise with tax, treasury, FP&A, consolidation, Reporting, internal audit and corporate finance teams.
• Any ad-hoc tasks as required.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• 3+ years experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of IFRS and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• 2+ years SAP experience.
• Intermediate – advanced Excel skills.
• Experience of working in a demanding and high-pressure working environment.
• Experience working with diverse teams, and stakeholder groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or relevant field.
• Working towards a professional qualification e.g., ACCA/ CA/ CPA, preferred but not essential.