Manager/Senior Manager (Technical Accounting Desk)

About this opportunity

A leading global firm is seeking highly skilled professionals for a permanent position based in Riyadh or Khobar. This role offers the chance to work with a dynamic technical accounting desk, handling complex accounting and reporting matters. Key Responsibilities Provide expert guidance on complex accounting and reporting issues, ensuring compliance with IFRS and other relevant frameworks. Offer timely, well-reasoned technical responses to engagement teams and internal stakeholders. Coach engagement teams and share knowledge of key learnings Conduct thorough pre-issuance reviews of financial statements for each reporting period, identifying and addressing technical issues, and providing clear feedback to engagement teams Continuously identify and addresses common technical deficiencies through team interactions. Act as a trusted advisor, coaching engagement teams on intricate accounting matters. Offer informal and formal consultations, assisting with interpretations of complex financial reporting requirements Stay up-to-date with evolving regulatory and professional developments, both locally and internationally. Assess their impact on audits and financial statements and communicate key insights to leadership and relevant teams Develop and facilitate training programs, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance technical expertise within the firm. Leverage global training materials where available Contribute to DPP bulletins, alerts, FAQs, and publications, drafting timely articles on emerging accounting issues, key technical challenges, and recent consultation outcomes Professional accounting qualification (CA, ACCA, or CPA) Demonstrated expertise in accounting advisory and audits, ideally within a Big 4 firm In-depth understanding of IFRS, IFRS for SMEs, and ISAs Strong proficiency in English, with exceptional communication and presentation abilities Previous exposure to a technical accounting desk is an adva