Finance Manager - KSA
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About the Role
Accor seeks a Finance Manager for KSA to oversee corporate finance functions including taxation, financial statement preparation, and operational finance support for hotels. The role requires a Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting, SOCPA registration, and 2+ years of hotel finance experience.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and manage in house preparation, review, and timely submission of all corporate tax related filings in compliance with Saudi tax laws
- Collaborate closely with external audit firms on tax related matters and support tax audits
- Conduct regular reviews of tax exposure and identify opportunities for tax optimization
- Develop and maintain robust internal controls for accurate tax accounting and reporting
- Take ownership of VAT return preparation and submission from Year 2
- Participate in preparation and review of corporate financial statements
- Serve as key point of contact for external auditors during year end audits
- Conduct regular visits to hotels to review financial performance and provide actionable insights
- Monitor KPIs and work with hotel teams to develop improvement strategies
- Provide guidance to hotel finance teams on accounting policies and procedures
- Act as champion for financial system transformation initiatives
- Review and optimize financial processes for automation and efficiency gains
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting
- Valid SOCPA registration
- Minimum 2 years of hotel finance experience, preferably in a Financial Accountant role
- Strong understanding of hotel finance operations and accounting processes
- Knowledge of Saudi tax regulations, including VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), Transfer Pricing, and ZATCA compliance
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems such as Oracle and SunSystems
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Detail oriented, proactive, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively
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Company Description
- Accor is a global leader in hospitality, committed to excellence, integrity, and strong governance across all its operations. We prioritize diversity, innovation, and ethical business practices, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a transparent and well controlled organization. At Ac
Job Description
- This role will strategically manage and oversee all corporate finance functions in KSA, with a primary focus on in house taxation compliance, planning, and optimization, thereby reducing outsourced financial service costs. This role will also encompass critical operational finance oversight, providi
Taxation Management
- Lead and manage the in house preparation, review, and timely submission of all corporate tax related filings, including Withholding Tax declarations, corporate income tax returns, and transfer pricing documentation, in adherence to Saudi Arabian tax laws and regulations.
- Collaborate closely with external audit firms on all tax related matters, providing necessary documentation, explanations, and support during tax audits and reviews.
- Conduct regular reviews of tax exposure and identify opportunities for tax optimization and compliance improvement.
- Develop and maintain robust internal controls and processes to ensure accurate tax accounting and reporting.
- From Year 2 Onwards: Take ownership of the preparation and submission of Value Added Tax (VAT) returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Financial Statement Preparation & Audit Support
- Actively participate in the preparation and review of corporate financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with relevant accounting standards.
- Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors during year end audits, providing all required financial data, schedules, and explanations to facilitate a smooth and efficient audit process.
- Ensure timely resolution of audit queries and implementation of auditor recommendations related to financial reporting and controls.
Operational Finance Hotel Performance Review & Support
- Conduct regular visits to hotels (as per a defined schedule) to review financial performance, identify variances, and provide actionable insights to hotel management.
- Monitor KPIs and work with hotel teams to develop and implement strategies for improvement.
- Provide guidance and support to hotel finance teams on accounting policies, procedures, and financial best practices
Financial System Transformation & Process Improvement
- Act as the primary champion and subject matter expert for financial system transformation initiatives across the organization.
- Lead or support the deployment of new financial systems and modules at the hotel and corporate levels, ensuring successful integration and user adoption.
- Review and optimize existing financial processes, such as credit card reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliation, and workflow management, identifying opportunities for automation, efficiency gains, and enhanced control.
Internal Control & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to company financial policies, procedures, and internal controls at both corporate and hotel levels.
- Identify control weaknesses and recommend corrective actions based on the Level 2 controls and Focus Audit
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting (required).
- Valid SOCPA registration.
- Minimum 2 years of hotel finance experience, preferably in a Financial Accountant role.
- Strong understanding of hotel finance operations and accounting processes.
- Saudi national.
- Knowledge of Saudi tax regulations, including VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), Transfer Pricing, and ZATCA compliance.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems such as Oracle and SunSystems.
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail oriented, proactive, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively.
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