Oversee and manage the accounting department, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions in compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
Supervise and provide leadership to accounting staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluation, to maintain a high level of productivity and professionalism within the team.
Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and controls to ensure the integrity of financial data and safeguard Company assets.
Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, to provide accurate and timely financial information to management and stakeholders.
Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations, accruals, and adjustments, to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial reporting.
Coordinate and liaise with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory agencies to facilitate audits, reviews, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Provide financial analysis and insights to senior management, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and key performance indicators, to support decision-making and strategic planning.
Monitor and analyze financial performance, identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations for cost reduction, revenue enhancement, and operational efficiency.
Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, such as department heads and business unit leaders, to provide financial guidance, support, and expertise as needed.
Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards, regulations, and industry trends, and ensure compliance and alignment with best practices in accounting and financial reporting.
Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies
Extensive knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting.
Strong leadership and team management skills are essential for effectively supervising and motivating the accounting team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems is necessary for managing financial transactions, generating reports, and maintaining financial records efficiently.
Excellent analytical skills are vital for interpreting financial data, conducting variance analysis, and identifying trends or anomalies within financial reports.
Experience in financial statement preparation, budgeting, and forecasting enables the Chief Accountant to provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management.
ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.
Minimum 8 year(s) working experience, 5 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus
Resilience
Agility
AI Fluency
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Financial Leadership L3
Accounting Methods L3
Reconciliation L3
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Payroll & Benefits Administration L3
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Power International Holding (PIH) is a diversified business conglomerate with global reach, structured into six core groups:
Energy, Concessions & Construction
Industries & Services
Telecommunication & Technology
Agriculture & Food Industries
Real Estate
Lifestyle: Hospitality, Entertainment & Catering
Our commitment to sustainable growth is reinforced by a structured approach to resource allocation and centralized functional support, enabling agility and continuous development across sectors. Each group operates with focused specialization while contributing to PIH’s overarching strategy of delivering long-term value.
Through a culture of excellence and collaboration, PIH harnesses the collective strength of its leadership teams, ensuring that each business flourishes while advancing economies and communities. This synergistic model allows PIH to maintain its distinctiveness as a group while driving sustained impact on both a local and global scale.