16 Tax Specialist jobs in Saudi Arabia

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

Role Profile: Zakat / Tax Specialist

Location:
Dammam, KSA

Reporting Structure:
Reporting to Taxation Senior Manager

Overview

Manage zakat and tax matters of AEW and its project companies.

Your Job Functions (Duties & Responsibilities)

• Handling tax compliance of AEW and its Saudi based affiliates – some by self, some through 'service level agreements' (SLA) and some through external tax advisor.
• (If required) Preparing and submitting zakat return, VAT return, WHT return, objection and appeal letter of AEW and its Saudi based affiliates.
• Dealing with ZATCA (tax authority) and GSTC (tax courts) and their respective electronic portals.
• Assisting Reporting Manager and CFO in carrying out tax planning, implementing tax strategies and addressing tax implications of day-to-day transactions and projects.
• Handling tax litigations, tax appeals, and tax objections.
• Handling tax matters of bidding projects.
• Oversee zakat and tax matters of AEW and its project companies.

Qualifications & Skill Sets

• 5+ years of broad-based accounting/reporting and zakat/tax experience, including minimum 3 years zakat/tax experience preferably in utilities industry.

CORE Competencies

TECHNICAL Competencies

Collaboration & Communication

Proper Drafting

Agility

Well versed with MS office (Word, Excel, Power point)

Resilience

Correct accounting concept

Initiative

Well versed with tax, zakat, WHT and VAT laws

Adaptability

Dealing with tax authorities & courts

• 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

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.

• 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.
• 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.
• Assist in ensuring the timely development of zakat and tax-related systems in response to changes in laws and regulations.
• Contribute to new projects and support the leadership in executing strategic business decisions.
• Provide support and follow-up on tax audits of group companies.
• Manage, standardize, and maintain transfer pricing documentation.
• 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.
• 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.

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

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in similar positions.
• Experience working at a Big4 (PwC, KPMG, EY, or Deloitte).

SOCPA Certificate - Saudi Organization for Certified Public Accountants.

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.

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Division: BENTELER Automotive
Functional Area: Finance and Accounting
Career Level: Professional
Contract Type: Permanent/Full-time
Weekly Working Hours: 40,00
Required Languages: Arabic, English

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Division: BENTELER Automotive
Functional Area: Finance and Accounting
Career Level: Professional
Contract Type: Permanent/Full-time
Weekly Working Hours: 40,00
Required Languages: Arabic, English

We are not just launching a new plant — we are shaping the future of automotive manufacturing in Saudi Arabia. As a greenfield investment by a leading German Tier 1 supplier, our new site in KAEC represents a bold step in global expansion and innovation.

As one of the first members of our finance team, the Tax and Accounting Specialist will play a pivotal role in establishing robust accounting and tax processes from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a high-impact, high-visibility role in a dynamic, international environment.

• Prepare and coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with local GAAP and IFRS.
• Ensure timely and accurate tax filings (VAT, Zakat, CIT) and monitor regulatory changes.
• Maintain a complete and accurate general ledger and support group-level financial consolidation.
• Oversee intercompany transactions, transfer pricing documentation, and cross-border tax matters.
• Act as a key liaison with auditors, tax authorities, and external advisors.
• Support the implementation of internal controls and financial processes aligned with global standards.
• Collaborate with international teams, including German HQ, on financial reporting and compliance topics.
• As part of the onboarding process, a few weeks of initial training and integration may take place in Europe.

Technical Expertise:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Professional accounting certification
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in an industry environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (local GAAP, IFRS) and tax regulations in Saudi Arabia.
• Experience in financial reporting, tax compliance, and cost accounting.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (preferably SAP) and advanced Excel skills.
• Familiarity with transfer pricing, intercompany cost allocations, and cross-border taxation.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical thinking.
• Ability to work independently and in multicultural teams.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Languages :
• Fluency in Arabic and English is a must

• A unique opportunity to shape the financial foundation of a greenfield operation.
• A dynamic, international work environment with strong career growth potential.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• The chance to be part of a pioneering project in the Saudi automotive sector.
• Opportunities for international exposure through collaboration with global teams.

Division:
BENTELER Automotive

Functional Area:
Finance and Accounting

Career Level:
Professional

Contract Type:
Permanent/Full-time

Weekly Working Hours:
40.00

Required Languages: Arabic, English
Requisition ID:
45057

At BENTELER, we make it possible. From promoting individual talents to international career prospects, or from generous opportunities for designing your career to personal development opportunities—at BENTELER, we always have answers to your questions about the future, based entirely on your personal needs. Diverse options that makes sure you can be anything and everything. Or, as we like to put it: BENTELER makes it happen

About The Role
We are not just launching a new plant — we are shaping the future of automotive manufacturing in Saudi Arabia. As a greenfield investment by a leading German Tier 1 supplier, our new site in KAEC represents a bold step in global expansion and innovation.

As one of the first members of our finance team, the Tax and Accounting Specialist will play a pivotal role in establishing robust accounting and tax processes from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a high-impact, high-visibility role in a dynamic, international environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with local GAAP and IFRS.
• Ensure timely and accurate tax filings (VAT, Zakat, CIT) and monitor regulatory changes.
• Maintain a complete and accurate general ledger and support group-level financial consolidation.
• Oversee intercompany transactions, transfer pricing documentation, and cross-border tax matters.
• Act as a key liaison with auditors, tax authorities, and external advisors.
• Support the implementation of internal controls and financial processes aligned with global standards.
• Collaborate with international teams, including German HQ, on financial reporting and compliance topics.
• As part of the onboarding process, a few weeks of initial training and integration may take place in Europe.

Technical Expertise
Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Professional accounting certification
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in an industry environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (local GAAP, IFRS) and tax regulations in Saudi Arabia.
• Experience in financial reporting, tax compliance, and cost accounting.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (preferably SAP) and advanced Excel skills.
• Familiarity with transfer pricing, intercompany cost allocations, and cross-border taxation.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical thinking.
• Ability to work independently and in multicultural teams.
• Project management experience is a plus.

Languages

• Fluency in Arabic and English is a must

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to shape the financial foundation of a greenfield operation.
• A dynamic, international work environment with strong career growth potential.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• The chance to be part of a pioneering project in the Saudi automotive sector.
• Opportunities for international exposure through collaboration with global teams.

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

• 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.