ABDULRAHMAN ALNAJJAR
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Detail-oriented accounting and finance professional with 4+ years of experience in financial operations, auditing, and administrative support across private and public sectors. Competent in ERP systems, reconciliations, and international accounting standards. Recognized for accuracy, analytical thinking, and driving process improvements. Proficient in English and Arabic languages.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Staff Accountant
Dar Al Kawn Al Saudi Co. (DKS)
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2022.01 - 2026.03
- Maintain and reconcile inventory records by performing cycle and physical counts and tracking stock in ERP systems, ensuring data accuracy, cost control, and adherence to accounting standards.
- Track and update fixed asset records and depreciation schedules in compliance with company policies and accounting standards, ensuring accurate reporting and supporting informed financial decision-making.
- Coordinate procurement and vendor management by verifying transactions, maintaining complete documentation, and ensuring timely processing to enhance operational efficiency.
- Manage end-to-end financial operations, including journal entries, trial balances, accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and tax reporting, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closings by preparing adjusting entries and reconciling accounts, supporting the Senior Accountant in delivering accurate and timely financial reports.
- Support audits, internal controls, and compliance by implementing procedures that prevent errors, detect discrepancies, reconcile accounts, monitor assets, and uphold adherence to government regulations and company policies.
Corporate Accountant (Co-op)
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
Ottawa, Canada
2020.01 - 2020.07
- Processed and verified financial transactions, including POs, invoices, contracts, credit notes, and payments, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely recording.
- Prepared, analyzed, and reconciled financial data, including weekly bank reconciliations, to support operational oversight and informed financial decision-making.
- Assisted in budgeting, reporting, and strategic finance activities by collaborating with the Chief Accountants to optimize resource allocation and operational efficiency.
- Optimize accounting procedures and internal controls, from transaction processing, financial reporting, reconciliations, and FX management to compliance with policies and regulatory standards.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Accounting
Carleton University - Sprott School of Business
Canada 2016.09 - 2021.12
Skills
- Financial Planning & Analysis – Budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and performance reporting to support strategic decisions
- Accounting Standards & Compliance – Application of IFRS, IPSAS, GAAP, tax regulations, and internal controls to ensure regulatory adherence
- Operations & Procurement – Financial oversight of purchasing, vendor management, cost control, and payment processing
- ERP, Software & Cloud Systems such as (MS Dynamics Nav, MS Dynamics 365, Oracle, SAP, MS Office, OneDrive, SharePoint, Google Tools)
- Communication & Collaboration – Cross-functional coordination with finance teams and leadership to support business objectives
- Critical Thinking & Decision Making – Analytical evaluation of financial data to identify risks, discrepancies, and improvement opportunities
- Adaptability & Time Management – Effective prioritization in fast-paced environments, managing deadlines and month-end cycles
- Knowledge & Process Management – Continuous improvement of accounting procedures, documentation standards, and compliance practices
Certification
CPA (In-progress)
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Dar Al Kawn Al Saudi Co. (DKS)
2022.01 - 2026.03
Corporate Accountant (Co-op)
International Development Research Centre (IDRC)
2020.01 - 2020.07
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Accounting
Carleton University - Sprott School of Business
2016.09 - 2021.12