Finance Manager Henkel Accounting & Finance
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Finance & Banking
Financial Compliance, Accounting & Finance, Financial Reporting -
Accounting
Financial Compliance, Accounting & Finance, Financial Reporting
Henkel is looking for a Finance Manager to lead general accounting activities in KSA. This role involves overseeing financial controls, ensuring compliance with IFRS and local policies, and managing tax matters in coordination with ZATCA. The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement and automation of finance processes within the organization.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead KSA general accounting activities, including GL, journal entries, accruals, provisions, balance-sheet reconciliations, and financial controls.
- Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing in compliance with IFRS, local requirements, and Henkel accounting policies.
- Own and coordinate Saudi tax matters, including VAT, withholding tax, corporate income tax, and other applicable tax requirements, ensuring accurate and timely filings and payments.
- Act as a key Finance contact for ZATCA, coordinating tax queries, assessments, audits, supporting documentation, and responses to authorities.
- Identify accounting discrepancies, tax exposures, and compliance risks, implementing appropriate controls and mitigation measures.
- Support internal and external audits and collaborate with regional/global Finance and Tax teams, business stakeholders, and Big Four/external tax advisors when required.
- Drive continuous improvement, standardization, and automation of Finance processes, with a focus on strengthening SAP/ERP workflows, accounting efficiency, and financial governance.
Required:
- Approximately 7-10 years of progressive Finance experience, with strong exposure to General Accounting and Tax.
- Previous experience managing or supporting tax audits, assessments, and interactions with tax authorities.
- Experience with in a multinational, manufacturing, or FMCG environment is highly preferred.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent is an advantage.
Skills Required:- Solid knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting principles.
- Strong hands‑on knowledge of Saudi Arabian taxation and ZATCA requirements, particularly VAT and withholding tax.
- Strong understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, and closing processes.
- Experience working with SAP or a comparable ERP system.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, stakeholder‑management, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively across local, regional, and global Finance organizations.
- Fluency in English.
Employment / Job Type: Full Time
Nationality: Any Nationality
About the Company:Henkel operates consumer brands and industrial adhesive technology businesses. Its Gulf career opportunities include sales, marketing, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, finance, research, digital, regulatory, human resources, and other professional functions.
Company Industry: Manufacturing
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Functional Area:
Finance
Closing Date: Not mentioned (apply as soon as possible)
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