20 Expatriate Tax jobs in Saudi Arabia

The Tax Specialist will support the company's tax department in ensuring full compliance with Saudi tax and zakat regulations, as well as overseas tax laws when required. The role is responsible for managing day-to-day tax filings for Tamasuk and its subsidiaries, assisting in audits, coordinating with other departments, and providing accurate reporting to management. In addition, the position will support strategic tax planning and risk management initiatives. This role ensures proper alignment between financial records and tax obligations, thereby contributing to the company's regulatory compliance, governance, and overall operational efficiency

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Zakat, VAT, WHT, and CIT returns.
• Maintain compliance with Tax laws, regulations, and updates.
• Support in audits, assessments, and reconciliations with ZATCA and external advisors.
• Assist with tax planning, advisory projects, and structuring initiatives.
• Liaise with finance teams (AP, AR, procurement, GL) to ensure accuracy in tax reporting.
• Maintain proper documentation for filings, audits, and internal records.
• Prepare tax reports and management dashboards for internal review.
• Assist in building ERP tax reports and ensuring tax configurations are aligned.
• Monitor tax deadlines and ensure timely filing of all returns and payments.
• Prepare and reconcile withholding tax (WHT) schedules with vendor/supplier payments.
• Support in drafting responses to ZATCA queries, assessments, and audit notices.
• Assist in transfer pricing (TP) compliance and documentation when applicable.
• Conduct regular reconciliations between trial balance, financial statements, and tax returns.
• Update and maintain internal tax trackers and compliance schedules.
• Research and summarize tax law changes, circulars, and guidelines, communicating impacts to management.
• Assist in intercompany and cross-border tax matters, including VAT on imports/exports and related-party transactions.
• Contribute to tax risk assessments and propose process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field (Master's or professional certification is a plus).
• 2–5 years of professional experience in taxation, AP , AR , GL functions, preferably Saudi Arabia.
• Exposure to audits, tax assessments, and reconciliations.
• Experience with cross-border tax matters and overseas tax compliance is an advantage.

We are seeking a qualified
Tax and Zakat Specialist
to ensure compliance with all tax and zakat regulations, prepare accurate filings, and provide strategic guidance to minimize tax liabilities while adhering to legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and file zakat and tax returns in compliance with Saudi tax and zakat regulations.
• Monitor changes in tax and zakat laws and advise management on their implications.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax authorities during audits and inspections.
• Review financial records and transactions to ensure proper tax and zakat treatment.
• Analyze tax risks and opportunities to optimize the company's tax position.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of all tax-related matters.
• Support internal departments with tax and zakat inquiries and provide training as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in tax and zakat compliance within Saudi Arabia.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi tax laws and Zakat regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

• Scope of Work:

1) Calculation and declaration of
VAT, CIT, TP and WHT
on the
ZATCA
portal

2) Collaborating with
ZATCA
on assessment cases and tax-related inquiries

3) Providing
expert tax advice
and recommendations for compliance and optimization

4) Working closely with
external auditors
for tax-related assistance and compliance

5) Act as an internal Tax reviewer for all kind of payment processing.

6) Providing assistance for all kinds of Adhoc tasks related to Tax as required by the management.

7) Other duties as signed and requested by line-manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years' of experience of professional tax experience
• Strong communication and analytical skills

Company Description

MBC GROUP is the largest media company in the Middle East and North Africa, enriching lives through information, interaction, and entertainment. Founded in 1991, the headquarters moved to Dubai Media City in 2002. MBC GROUP operates over 17 leading TV channels, including MBC1, MBC2, MBC MAX, MBC4, and MBC DRAMA, among others. It also includes Shahid, the world's leading Arabic streaming platform for original productions, movies, and live TV. The company is a key player in producing and broadcasting premium content across multiple platforms.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Senior Tax Specialist located in Riyadh. The Senior Tax Specialist will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring compliance with tax and zakat regulations, preparing and filing all tax returns, and managing tax-related documentation. Day-to-day tasks will include preparing financial statements, conducting thorough reviews and analysis of tax accounts, and providing guidance on tax-related matters to the organization. The specialist will work closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Tax and Zakat Compliance and Tax Preparation
• Strong knowledge of tax and zakat regulations and general tax principles
• Experience in preparing and analyzing Financial Statements
• Background in Accounting and related disciplines
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Relevant certification such as CPA or equivalent is preferred
• Arabic speaking is a plus
• Experience in tax consulting is a plus

We are seeking an experienced
Tax & Zakat Specialist
to support our Tax Department in ensuring compliance with ZATCA regulations and deadlines. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing VAT, WHT, and Zakat compliance, preparing and reviewing tax filings, reconciling tax accounts in ERP systems, and providing advisory support on tax implications of transactions.

This role requires a highly detail-oriented professional with
solid expertise in Saudi tax regulations, ERP reporting, and stakeholder communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and file
  VAT, WHT, and Zakat returns
  in compliance with ZATCA requirements.
• Reconcile VAT and WHT accounts within the ERP system (Oracle).
• Manage tax-related accounting records and ensure accuracy in tax reporting.
• Review contracts, invoices, and cross-border transactions to assess
  tax implications
  .
• Provide support and timely responses to
  tax enquiries
  from internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with
  Finance, Legal, and Procurement
  departments to ensure compliance in business transactions.
• Support
  external audits
  and liaise with consultants and tax authorities when required.
• Stay updated with changes in Saudi tax regulations and apply them effectively in day-to-day operations.
• Assist in
  tax planning initiatives
  to optimize the company's tax position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 4–6 years of proven experience
  in Saudi taxation, particularly VAT, WHT, and Zakat.
• Strong understanding of
  ZATCA regulations and filing processes
  .
• Hands-on experience with
  ERP systems (preferably Oracle)
  for tax reporting and reconciliation.
• Excellent knowledge of
  Saudi accounting and tax practices
  .
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
• Arabic native speaker
  , with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Immediate availability is preferred.

 
Accounting & Tax Specialist – Saudi Arabia (Riyadh Office)

 
Location:
 Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

 
Apply via email:
 

 
Company Page:
 Vanzbon Group

Position Summary

Vanzbon Group is seeking an 
Accounting & Tax Specialist
 to join our Saudi Arabia team in Riyadh.

The position focuses on accounting operations, financial reporting, and tax compliance in accordance with Saudi and international standards.

This role offers an opportunity to work with a growing international firm and gain exposure to regional and cross-border accounting practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports following 
  SOCPA
   and 
  IFRS
   standards
• Handle tax filings including 
  VAT, Withholding Tax, and Zakat
   in line with 
  ZATCA
   requirements
• Support audits, financial reconciliations, and tax reviews
• Identify tax compliance risks and assist in recommending process improvements
• Utilize accounting software such as 
  SAP, Oracle, Zoho Books, or Odoo
• Coordinate with clients, auditors, and regulatory authorities for data verification and submission
• Maintain secure and organized accounting documentation and reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Minimum 
  2–4 years of relevant professional experience
   in accounting or taxation within Saudi Arabia or the GCC region
• Familiarity with 
  SOCPA, IFRS
  , and local tax regulations
• Knowledge of 
  ZATCA
   reporting procedures and VAT framework in the GCC
• Proficiency with accounting software such as 
  SAP, Oracle, or Zoho Books
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to accuracy
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Proficiency in 
  English
   required; knowledge of 
  Arabic
   is advantageous
• Legally eligible to work in Saudi Arabia

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of regional accounting and taxation standards
• Reliable, responsible, and able to manage multiple priorities under deadlines
• Detail-oriented with commitment to accuracy and compliance
• Willingness to learn and adapt within a multicultural, international team environment

About Vanzbon Group

Vanzbon Group
 is a global corporate services and structure advisory firm with operations across 30+ countries in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.

We provide clients with comprehensive solutions in 
company incorporation, accounting, taxation, and compliance
.

Our Saudi Arabia office serves as a key hub for supporting GCC-based clients in corporate structuring and cross-border compliance.

Commitment to Fair Hiring

Vanzbon Group is committed to maintaining fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring practices.

All recruitment decisions are based on professional merit, relevant qualifications, and demonstrated competence.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse experiences who share our values of integrity, professionalism, and collaboration.

Objective:

The Specialist, Global Tax & Compliance Reporting is responsible for ensuring that the company adheres to both global and local tax regulations and filing requirements. This role requires a strong understanding of tax accounting principles and the ability to navigate complex tax laws across different countries. Additionally, staying updated on all regulations related to ZATCA law in the portal.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1.    Ensure the timely preparation of regulatory compliance filings, including VAT (D+20), WHT, (D+10), CIF (D+90) Zakat (D+120), and TP filing (D+120) to ensure 0$ delay fine.

2.    Ability to support in conducting tax technical research by analysing and interpreting relevant tax laws, regulations, cases, and guidelines, and ensuring that appropriate stakeholders are updated accordingly.

3.    Assist in ensuring the timely development of zakat and tax-related systems in response to changes in laws and regulations.

4.    Contribute to new projects and support the leadership in executing strategic business decisions.

5.    Provide support and follow-up on tax audits of group companies.

6.    Manage, standardize, and maintain transfer pricing documentation.

7.    Oversee compliance with local, national, and international tax laws, which includes preparing and filing tax returns, managing tax audits, and ensuring timely payment of taxes.

8.    Collaborate with various departments, including finance, legal, and operations, to obtain required information for tax compliance and reporting, while offering tax-related guidance and support to other teams.

Prepare accurate and timely tax reports for internal and external stakeholders, including financial statement reporting for taxes, managing tax provisions, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

Qualifications and Education: 

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration, or any equivalent.

Experience:

·    A minimum of 3 years' experience in similar positions.

Experience working at a Big4 (PwC, KPMG, EY, or Deloitte).

Professional Certifications:

SOCPA Certificate - Saudi Organization for Certified Public Accountants.

The role
:

International Tax services - Pillar 2 - Senior Manager/Director

The team:

A career within our clients
International Tax services - Pillar 2
focus team, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients navigate the changing international tax landscape and meet their tax obligations while managing the impact tax has on their business.

You'll advise clients on how the Pillar 2 rules will impact their domestic and international businesses, from understanding how the Pillar 2 rules work to managing the incremental compliance burden.

Our clients team assists clients on their journey to become ready to comply with Pillar 2 rules in their jurisdictions, which includes undertaking a technical analysis on the application of the rules, helping clients understand the data required for Pillar 2 calculations, how and where to extract the data from, and which jurisdictions they will have a compliance obligation in.

As the Pillar 2 rules are new and untested, you will be part of a dedicated global Pillar 2 team that is on the forefront of international developments, contributing to critical thought-leadership and establishing tax positions that will be used by our network.

Skills/attributes:

As a Director, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution.

Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

● Support team to disrupt, improve and evolve ways of working when necessary.

● Arrange and sponsor appropriate assignments and experiences to help people realise their potential and support their long-term aspirations.

● Identify gaps in the market and spot opportunities to create value propositions.

● Look for opportunities to scale efficiencies and new ways of working across multiple projects and environments.

● Create an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.

● I promote and encourage others to value differences when working in diverse teams.

● Drive and take ownership for developing connections that help deliver what is best for our people and stakeholders.

● Influence and facilitate the creation of long-term relationships which add value to the firm.

● Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Key accountabilities & activities:

• Review of Company's documents to ensure compliance with Tax and Zakat Laws (including VAT, WHT etc).
• Ensure vendor invoices received are compliant with Input VAT regulations.
• Accurately preparing and filing tax returns (Tax, Zakat, VAT & WHT) in a timely manner.
• Ensure proper settlement of all Direct and Indirect Taxes and their due reporting to authorities.
• Review of all Direct and Indirect Tax matters and ensure all relevant compliance.
• Coordination and liaison with relevant authorities for any tax related matters.
• Coordination and liaison with external tax consultants on ad-hoc basis.
• Preparation of necessary documentation for transfer pricing requirements.
• Completing responses and schedules in preparation for tax audits.
• Preparation of other reports, presentations and analyses on an ad-hoc basis.
• Develop and suggest improvement in Direct and Indirect Tax processes and policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Provide support to Finance Function on ad-hoc basis

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, taxation, finance, business or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in similar role.
• Hands-on knowledge of Tax legislation in KSA (including Zakat, Tax, VAT and WHT).
• Experience in the submission of VAT and WHT returns in KSA.
• Expertise in data presentation and accuracy.
• Fluent in written & spoken Arabic & English languages.
• Strong command over Microsoft Office.