Project Accountant

Project Accountant - Event Project Support

The Finance Manager seeks a meticulous and organized Project Accountant to support the financial and accounting activities of an event project. This role involves maintaining accurate project records, tracking expenses, coordinating invoices, and preparing regular financial updates. It is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accountant to grow within established financial procedures.

• Maintain accurate project-related accounting records.
• Update project budgets, expense trackers, payment schedules, and financial reports.
• Review and verify supplier invoices, purchase orders, and supporting documents.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams regarding invoices and payment status.
• Prepare and submit payment requests for review and approval.
• Track project commitments, actual expenses, outstanding payments, and remaining budgets.
• Support month-end closing and management report preparation.
• Assist in monitoring advances, reimbursements, and employee expense claims.
• Identify and report discrepancies, duplicate invoices, or budget variances.
• Coordinate with project management, procurement, operations, and administration teams.
• Maintain confidentiality of all financial and commercial information.
• Perform other assigned accounting and financial support duties.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of relevant accounting or project finance experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Priority given to Saudi nationals.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English, both written and spoken.
• Good knowledge of basic accounting principles and financial documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, communication, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to manage multiple documents, transactions, and deadlines.
• Familiarity with accounting systems or ERP platforms is preferred.
• Previous experience in projects, events, procurement, or supplier payments is preferred.
• Flexibility to work from the project office or event location when required.