Accounting Manager and Business Controller Alfa Laval Khobar, KSA

You can make a difference in our success!
Alfa Laval Middle East Saudi Arabia is searching for an accounting manager and
business controller to manage and to develop accounting function, and to
partner with business in controlling of service operations, and sales. It is a
very dynamic and challenging role as insightful and instrumental finance shall
continue our success.

The Company
Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate products in the areas of
heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling. With these as its base, Alfa
Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its
customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their
challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their
requirements - mainly in energy, the environment, food, and the marine
industry.
Alfa Laval in Saudi Arabia is part of ALMEA. We have been present in the
Kingdom since ‎1995 to focus on servicing the domestic market and Bahrain. We
accelerate change to ensure a more sustainable future Building on our key
technologies and our strong, innovative culture, we empower our customers and
our people to build a better world for this and coming generations.
Currently, we have presence in three sites:
* Jeddah - customer support
* Jubail-Service Center
* Khobar - customer support, opening soon
* Yanbu - service center
The position / About the Job
* Manage all accounting (Financial and Cost Accounting) and Reporting activities in KSA and Qatar Branches
* Support the country General Manager by keeping him (her) updated on trends, operational result of the service entities, sales and administration costs, inventory, cash flow, order backlog, other important costs or losses. Participate in developing companies Forecast.
* Assist Regional management in the transformation of our footprint in KSA.
* Prepare and execute financial and tax audits in close cooperation with the ALMEA finance management and the appointed audit firm.
* Ensure the company is compliant with Tax regulation.
* Ensure the compliance with Transfer Pricing (DFCT, CbCr etc.) regulations in KSA and Qatar
* Liaise and coordinate all relevant issues with the local banks.
* Maintaining and reviewing internal controls for financial operations
* Comply with labour laws on Wage Protection System
* Keep local and regional management up to date with new applicable legal requirements, rules and regulations in time and propose adequate action.
* Service Operations controlling: Coordinating and directing the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts. Perform regular analysis of business performance and report variances. Prepare and drive the costing update processes. Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting. Ensure compliance and internal control within area of responsibility. Business partner for Service operations. Continuous improvement of business processes and ensure suitable financial performance measurement (KPI) in service Operations.
* Liaison with external/statutory auditors to have audited financial statements according to statutory deadlines.
* Manage and obtain the certified/audited report on Local Content Scorecard
Who you are.
* Agile. Curious. Eager to continue to learn on the job and improve continuously. Problem solving.
* Integrity: deep-rooted professional, moral, and business-compliant conduct
* Team-work attitude: above-average relationship building skills partnered with relevant business communication skills.
* Work-methodology: structured approach to tasks given with a solutions-oriented mindset.
* Managerial skills: strong disciplinary skills coupled with the right amount of empathy.
* Leadership skills: positive impact on org and team, inspiring team members to perform at their best.
What you can
* Accounting degree, preferably from ACCA, AICPA, CA, CIMA
* Exposure with external audits and practical knowledge of IFRS and Tax regulations.
* Experience in Internal control framework and environment and business process setup and continuous development
* Five years of relevant industrial experience at a similar level or Audit background
* Arabic language is an advantage.
The location the job is in Khobar, Saudi Arabia

Why should you apply?
* We offer you an interesting and challenging position in an international, open, and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value for our customers.
* You will be part of Alfa Laval transformation process in KSA.
* You will be working closely with senior leadership in MEA Region and Finance Community across the region.
* You will learn or further practice and develop people management skills.
* This is your opportunity to learn more, do more, live the career you have imagined and be part of a truly diverse organization.
* Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval's future success, you will be learning new things everyday.
If this is something you would like to do, don't hesitate, and start your
application. Applications sent via email will be disregarded.