Accountant

Job Title - Accountant 

Please note this role is only open to people who are Saudi nationals.

Ornua (meaning “new gold”) is Ireland’s largest exporter of Irish dairy products, proudly bringing the unique taste of Irish dairy to the world for 60 years.

Are you an Accounting professional looking for a great opportunity to develop your career with a leading Irish company with global reach? 

Ornua is currently recruiting for an Accountant to join our team, based in our Saudi Arabia office.

Why Ornua?

• Our co-operative ethos lies at the heart of how we do business as a purpose and values-led organisation, creating value for Irish dairy farming families.
• Our Values lie at the core of everything we do. Our five values encourage us to Seek and Embrace New Ideas, Make It Happen, Be Our True Selves, Show You Care, and Achieve Great Things Together.
• We invest in our people and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Dynamic Working policy in place which facilitates flexible hours and hybrid working.
• Career Progression including Global Mobility opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits with regional specific offerings.

Why this role is valuable

This Accuntant will form an integral part of the team responsible for maintaining an efficient and accurate finance function within the AWT Business. He/She will have a strong handle on the financial matters of AWT, leading and supporting in costing and financial accounting.

There will be a strong focus on Business Partnering,  Financial Planning and Analysis, business modelling, forecasting and risk assessments, determining factors affecting performance and managing accounting practices across the organization.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

1. Financial Reporting & Control

• Responsibility for accurate and timely, monthly PL with detailed variance analysis v Budget
• Monthly flash preparation and analysis v Budget
• Clear and concise presentation of monthly results to Senior Leadership
• Production of monthly Customer PL analysis

2. Finance Business Partnering

• Become a valued and integral member of the overall Foods business with the production of value add insights and analysis which help shape and drive the overall MEA International Strategy

3. Forecasting and Budgeting

• Preparation of monthly Forward Book and review with Business leads
• Support preparation of detailed quarterly forecast (3+9, 6+6 and 9+3) throughout the year
• Support annual budget process for the region.

4. Other

• Assist with monthly forecast preparation and submission to FCCS
• Control A&P spend and ensure Balance Sheet accruals are accurate
• Maintain monthly financial records for local office
  • Prepare any credit notes to be submitted against customer accounts.
  • Support sales team in tracking of accounts receivable
  • Ad hoc requests as they arise to support the commercial team & Finance SLT

5. Compliance
   • Support local tax and legal compliance
   • Support Internal Audit issue and risk resolution
   • VAT returns bi-monthly via SARS

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Saudi National only
• Based in KSA
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in ERP systems.
• Oversee financial reporting, compliance, and controls, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations.
• Prepare and analyze monthly reports, evaluating volume and financial performance with a focus on KPI variances.
• Development and effectively communicate essential business drivers to relevant departments.
• Support budgeting and forecasting as required by the business, maintaining control over planning throughout the cycle to delivery.
• Provide support for financial controls and statutory accounts closure.
• Ensure a continued culture of continuous improvement and strong team collaboration within the finance teams.
• Drive innovative process efficiencies, enhancing reporting capabilities and data insights.
• Present data clearly and concisely, fostering collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
• Input planning data into various models, optimize inventory and demand projections
• Cashflow management.
• Degree in Finance/Accounting
• Part qualified in Professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or similar).
• A team player with the ability to lead, coach, and develop teams across AWT.
• Effective planning, coordination, and prioritization skills.