JOB DESCRIPTION – SITE ACCOUNTANT
Position: Site Accountant
Location: Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia
Industry: Contracting / Construction
Experience: Minimum 3 years
Salary: SAR 4,500 – 5,000 (All-inclusive)
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Overview
A major contracting company in Al-Khobar is seeking an experienced Site Accountant to manage and monitor the financial and accounting activities of a construction project site. The role will work closely with the site team and main Finance Department to ensure accurate cost control, payment processing, reporting, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Petty Cash & Imprest Management
- Manage site petty cash and permanent/temporary imprest funds.
- Review and verify expenses, invoices, and supporting documents.
- Ensure transactions comply with applicable tax and e-invoicing requirements.
- Reconcile petty cash and imprest balances regularly.
Cost Control
- Track and allocate project costs related to materials and equipment.
- Monitor labor hours in coordination with site supervisors.
- Maintain accurate records of site expenditures and project costs.
Suppliers & Contractors
- Review supplier invoices and contractor payment applications.
- Verify supporting documents before submitting payments for approval.
- Reconcile supplier and contractor statements with site records.
- Coordinate with the Finance Department regarding payment processing.
Financial Reporting
- Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports for the project site.
- Report on site expenses, supplier/contractor payments, inventory, and equipment movements.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting documentation.
Inventory Control
- Conduct periodic and surprise physical inventory counts.
- Reconcile physical stock with accounting/book records.
- Investigate and report any discrepancies.
- Monitor inventory movements at the project site.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in contracting/construction accounting, preferably in site or project accounting.
- Strong knowledge of project cost control and site accounting procedures.
- Good understanding of invoices, payment certificates, supplier accounts, and petty cash.
- Familiarity with e-invoicing and tax compliance requirements.
- Strong attention to detail and reconciliation skills.
- Good communication and coordination abilities.
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
Subject: Site Accountant – Al-Khobar
