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Job Title: Senior Financial Specialist – Projects, Fixed Assets Accounting & Reporting

The Senior Financial Specialist is a key role within the financial operations team, focusing on fixed assets accounting and reporting. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data related to KAUST's assets, adhering to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and internal policies. The role involves managing various projects, providing financial advice, and collaborating with multiple teams to maintain efficient asset management.

• Prepare and disseminate information based on defined criteria.
• Conduct random testing and consolidate results.
• Publish findings and update SAP with necessary adjustments.

• Finalize items requiring valuation.
• Coordinate with external valuation companies.
• Resolve queries and finalize the valuation process.

• Manage projects to provide information to the insurance team.
• Address and resolve any queries related to insurance-related financial matters.

• Prepare and distribute information according to criteria.
• Review and investigate count results.
• Publish findings and update SAP with adjustments.

• Ensure timely completion of month-end and year-end processes.
• Prepare fixed assets and investment property schedules and analysis.
• Perform reconciliations with the General Ledger (GL).

• Update Plant Maintenance Information and share it with proponents.
• Assist team members in daily operations and reporting, especially during month-end and year-end.

• Interact with Internal and External Audit Teams to address queries.
• Develop and document financial regulations, procedures, and processes, ensuring compliance.
• Provide recommendations to senior management for process improvements.

• Review and enhance fixed assets business processes and systems for accuracy and efficiency.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve asset management operations.

• Collaborate with Department Managers on capital works and asset accounting.
• Work with asset support teams and stakeholders to manage asset life cycle activities.

• Take on additional projects as required, demonstrating adaptability and expertise.

• Financial Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of fixed assets accounting, reporting, and related business processes, adhering to IFRS and internal policies.
• Policy Development: Experience in creating and implementing new financial policies, procedures, and systems.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex financial concepts to diverse audiences.
• Problem-Solving: Lateral thinking and consulting abilities to facilitate decision-making.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• SAP Expertise: Proficiency in SAP S4 HANA FA and GL modules.
• Professional Qualifications: Preferred to have full membership in a recognized professional accountancy body (CPA, ACA, ACMA, CMA, ACCA).

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Work Experience: A minimum of eight years in fixed assets and financial accounting, preferably in a large, complex organization.
• ERP System: Experience with ERP systems, especially SAP.
• Technical Skills: Intermediate to advanced MS Office skills, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Leadership: Ability to lead and develop teams effectively.