Senior Accountant

Job Description

About Fugro

Fugro is the world’s leading Geo‑data specialist, providing essential data and insights to build a safe and liveable world. Operating across land, sea, and air, Fugro supports clients in infrastructure, energy, water, and environmental sectors through technical excellence, innovation, and integrity.

As part of our continued growth in Saudi Arabia, we are seeking a Senior Accountant to strengthen our finance function and support business performance, compliance, and governance.

Role Purpose

The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with IFRS, local statutory requirements, and Fugro finance standards. The role plays a critical part in month‑end close, financial analysis, audit coordination, and supporting management with timely and reliable financial information.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month‑End Close

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with IFRS and company policies

• Lead month‑end and year‑end closing activities, including accruals, provisions, and cut‑off

• Ensure accuracy and integrity of the General Ledger (GL)

• Review and post complex journal entries

Core Accounting & Reconciliations

• Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations

• Ensure timely resolution of reconciling items

• Monitor and control intercompany transactions and reconciliations

• Support cash flow monitoring and working capital management

Statutory, Tax & Compliance

• Support VAT, Zakat, and statutory reporting in coordination with tax advisors

• Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements and internal controls

• Act as a key contact for external and internal auditors, providing schedules and explanations

Reporting & Analysis

The Senior Accountant is expected to prepare, review, and analyze the following reports on a regular basis:

• Monthly Profit & Loss Statement (P&L)

• Balance Sheet and detailed reconciliations

• Cash Flow Statement

• Trial Balance

• Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Aging Reports

• Accruals and Provisions Reports

• Fixed Assets Register and Depreciation Report

• Budget vs Actual and Variance Analysis Reports

• Management Financial Reports for leadership review

Business Support & Continuous Improvement

• Partner with operations and business teams to support financial decision‑making

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation

• Support budgeting and forecasting activities

• Mentor and guide junior accounting staff where applicable

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (minimum requirement)

Experience

• 6–10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a multinational or complex business environment

• Strong exposure to financial reporting, GL ownership, and month‑end close

• Experience working with ERP systems

• Solid understanding of IFRS and financial controls

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

• Clear communication and stakeholder management skills

• Proficient in MS Excel and financial reporting tools

Additional Requirements

• Saudi nationals are strongly preferred, in line with localization requirements

• Professional certification (SOCPA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is an advantage

• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is an advantage

Why Join Fugro

• Be part of a globally respected organization with strong values and purpose

• Exposure to complex, multi‑disciplinary projects

• Professional development and growth opportunities

• Collaborative, inclusive, and performance‑driven culture

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated**.**