Summary
Leylaty is seeking an Accountant for its finance team in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, supporting hospitality, catering, and food and beverage operations. The role covers daily accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, closing activities, cost and inventory accounting, and audit documentation. Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field and 0–2 years of accounting experience; hospitality experience and knowledge of VAT are advantages.
The posting
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About the Job
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Accountant to join our finance team within a hospitality, catering, and food & beverage environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting daily accounting operations, and ensuring compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records and financial transactions.
Handle daily accounting activities, including journal entries, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
Prepare and review invoices, payments, receipts, and supporting financial documents.
Perform daily sales reconciliation and verify revenue from restaurants, catering, and F&B operations.
Monitor cash, credit card, POS, and other payment transactions and ensure accurate reconciliation.
Prepare bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies when required.
Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
Prepare financial reports, schedules, and management reports as required.
Monitor expenses, purchases, and operational costs, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.
Support inventory accounting and reconciliation for food, beverage, and other operational supplies.
Assist in monitoring food and beverage costs and identifying variances.
Ensure proper recording and classification of expenses and revenues.
Maintain organized financial documentation and records for audit purposes.
Support external and internal audits by providing required financial information and documentation.
Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, and applicable regulations.
Perform other accounting duties assigned by the Finance Manager or management.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
0 -2 years of experience in accounting, preferably within hospitality, catering, or F&B operations.
.Good understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Good communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of VAT and relevant accounting regulations is an advantage.