Odoo Accountant

Our client is a leading Saudi IT company specializing in delivering comprehensive IT and cybersecurity solutions tailored to enterprise and government needs. They provide expert technical consultation, strategic advisory, robust cybersecurity defenses, scalable IT infrastructure, and advanced contact center technologies.

Job Purpose:

The Odoo Accountant is responsible for managing the full accounting cycle of the company through the Odoo ERP platform, ensuring accurate financial recording, compliance with Saudi regulatory requirements (ZATCA, VAT, e-invoicing), and timely reporting. The role supports the growing technology portfolio across Customer Experience solutions, system integration projects, and enterprise IT services by maintaining robust financial controls, project-based accounting, and vendor/partner financial management (Genesys, Cisco, and other technology partners).

 

Key Responsibilities

• Project & Contract Accounting:
  • Manage project-based revenue recognition, cost tracking, and profitability per engagement
  • Link sales orders, purchase orders, and timesheets to projects in Odoo
  • Monitor milestone-based billing (e.g., Genesys, Cisco projects)
  • Track deferred revenue for multi-year contracts
  • Generate project P&L reports for management
     
• Compliance & Tax Management:
  • Ensure compliance with Saudi regulations (VAT, ZATCA, Zakat)
  • Handle VAT filings (monthly/quarterly)
  • Manage ZATCA Phase 2 e-invoicing (Fatoora) integration
  • Calculate withholding tax (WHT) for international vendors
  • Stay updated on regulatory changes and reflect them in Odoo
     
• Financial Reporting & Analysis:
  • Prepare financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
  • Support budgeting and forecasting cycles
  • Build dashboards for revenue performance by business line
  • Conduct variance analysis (actual vs. budget)
     
• Accounts Payable & Receivable:
  • Manage vendor invoices and payment cycles (e.g., Genesys, Cisco, Microsoft)
  • Oversee collections and monitor aging reports
  • Follow up on overdue receivables
  • Handle multi-currency transactions (SAR, USD, EUR)
     
• Internal Controls & Audit Support:
  • Maintain audit documentation and trails
  • Support external audits
  • Ensure segregation of duties within Odoo
  • Improve financial controls and approval workflows
     
• Process Automation & Continuous Improvement:
  • Automate accounting tasks (recurring invoices, bank feeds, OCR)
  • Collaborate with IT on Odoo customizations and integrations
  • Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Professional certifications (SOCPA, CMA, ACCA, or CPA) are highly preferred.

  
  

• Experience: 3–6 years of hands-on accounting experience, with a minimum of 2 years working extensively on Odoo ERP (preferably Odoo 18 or later). Experience in technology, IT services, or system integration companies is strongly preferred.

  
  

• Technical Skills: Deep working knowledge of Odoo Accounting, Invoicing, and Purchase modules; proficiency in Odoo configuration, reporting, and basic troubleshooting; strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling); familiarity with ZATCA e-invoicing integration and Saudi VAT framework.

  
  

• Regulatory Knowledge: Solid understanding of Saudi accounting standards (SOCPA), IFRS, VAT regulations, Zakat requirements, and ZATCA Phase 2 e-invoicing compliance.

  
  

• Languages: Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken) is essential for handling local regulatory documentation and international partner communications.