19 Tax Specialist jobs in Saudi Arabia

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

 
Accounting & Tax Specialist – Saudi Arabia (Riyadh Office)

 
Location:
 Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

 
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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.

Line of Service
Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector
Not Applicable

Specialism
IFS - Finance

Management Level
Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary
The Firm Tax team is a part of the PwC Middle East Group's OneFinance function. The team supports on all levels of the firm's tax activity and is organized into three (3) subfunctions: Compliance & Audit; Governance & Risk; and Legal & Tax Advisory. This role is intended to support the Compliance & Audit subfunction.

The ME Firm Tax Compliance & Audit Senior Associate's role is for a tax accountant who is responsible for handling tax activities for the PwC ME Group entities under the supervision of the ME Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (Subfunction) Lead and working together with the wider Firm Tax team as well as finance tax specialists across the ME region.

The main focus of the tax accountant is to support the Compliance & Audit subfunction in all tax compliance and audit related matters for the region. This includes optimising PwC's tax position, minimising tax leakage, managing tax risks, and understanding the tax implications of cross border transactions and the business operating model.

Specifically, this will require data collection, validation and preparation of various tax compliance and reporting requirements across the region. Activities and responsibility will include: preparation of corporate income tax, withholding tax (WHT) and value added tax (VAT) returns; preparation of responses to tax authority audits and inquiries; responding to tax related questions posed by other internal firm services (IFS) functions as well as, at times, client facing (Line of Service (LoS)) teams on tax issues encountered in their day to day operations.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities
*Compliance *

• Prepare corporate income tax returns for the PwC ME Group entities for review by the Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (subfunction) Lead, ensuring submission deadlines are adhered to.
• Prepare WHT returns for the PwC ME Group entities for review by the Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (subfunction) Lead, ensuring submission deadlines are adhered to.
• Prepare VAT returns for the PwC ME Group entities for review by the Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (subfunction) Lead, ensuring submission deadlines are adhered to.
• Reconcile tax to statutory accounts.
• Reconcile and validate accounts and accounting entries as required (including payroll taxes, customs and excise duties, stamp duty, etc).
• Deliver internal analysis/reports to Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (subfunction) Lead, flagging key risks, exposures etc., as well as tax opportunities.
• Works with the wider Firm Tax team and local Tax LoS Specialists to understand tax laws and regulations in various jurisdictions within the Middle East.
• Responsible for guiding transactions within the wider OneFinance team to optimise the management of tax liabilities.

*Audit *

• Provide inputs for all tax audits conducted by Firm Tax/Global Team/External Auditors.

Other

• Organize and conduct special analysis as required.
• Assist with effective tax training and appropriate support for the business.
• Consolidate, analyse and challenge tax report inputs from LoS/local teams/other finance teams as appropriate.
• Be actively involved in business development activities to help identify and solve complex tax challenges.
• Refine tax policy and procedure documentation and ensure proper implementation and adherence across the ME Group.
• Develop strong working relationships and interface with all stakeholders across the ME Group.
• Be actively involved in and a positive influence on team recruiting, development, training and retention.

*Learning & Growth *

• Forms part of both the local finance community, regional tax community as well as global tax experts' community, and maintains appropriate relationships across the tax spectrum.
• Has the capabilities to deliver responsibilities efficiently.
• Captures templates and standards into a repository to build the team's own knowledge management database.
• Ensures adherence to policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the continuing professional development of self.
• Support internal knowledge management best practices, creating communities of practice both within your own team and across the wider function.
• Act as a key tax resource and liaison to the Firm Tax Team and where relevant to other areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed.

*Education *

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Law or a related field required.
• Certified Tax Accountant, Certified Practicing Accountant or similar.

*Language *

• Bi-lingual English/Arabic. Fluency in written and spoken English & Arabic.

*Overall Experience *

• 3+ years of tax experience.
• Previous experience with corporate tax, withholding tax, VAT and payroll is required.
• An understanding of other taxes would be an advantage.

*Specific Experience *

• Must have tax corporate income tax accounting and compliance experience.
• Experience in the Professional Services industry in a top tier (Big 4) firm would be an advantage.

*Knowledge and Skills *

• Understanding of general/international accounting standards and practices.
• High level of analytical and quantitative ability required to perform complex financial and transactional tax and accounting functions and ad hoc reporting functions, including proficiency with computer based modelling and analytic techniques.
• Ability to adhere to procedures, controls and policies for functional areas of responsibility.
• Organization, thoroughness, eye for detail, time management skills and proactivity required.
• Excellent people management skills required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required to effectively work with professional resources in accounting areas.
• Ethical conduct.

Education
(if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field Of Study Required
Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications
(if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Income Taxation, Income Tax Return, Tax Withholding, VAT Returns

Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting Practices, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Communication, Corporate Tax Planning, Creativity, Drafting Tax Documents, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Audit, Financial Review, Financial Statement Analysis, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Monitoring and Analyzing Financial Trends, Optimism, Preparing Tax Documents, Project Management, Regulatory Compliance Consulting, Regulatory Submissions Filing, Self-Awareness {+ 9 more}

Desired Languages
(If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No

Government Clearance Required?
No

Job Posting End Date

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

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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.

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.

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.

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.