6 Taxation jobs in Saudi Arabia

Most exciting airline in over 20 years with $30 billion+ in funding, aiming to be the most digital airline and provide passengers with the best experience, quality, and comfort. This represents a paradigm shift in aviation.

We are seeking a professional Senior Manager – Fleet Planning responsible for evaluating aircraft types, providing insights and reports during the aircraft selection process. The role also involves assessing the economic aspects of new route options.

The Senior Manager – Fleet Planning will contribute expertise to improve route profitability and achieve commercial objectives, including developing and implementing fleet strategies aligned with the company's vision.

• Evaluate, plan, and determine the airline's short- and long-term fleet requirements.
• Conduct detailed studies of candidate aircraft covering technical, performance, economic, and financial analyses, providing recommendations.
• Manage aircraft phase-in and phase-out, leasing, purchasing, and selling activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturers, owners, financiers, and third parties on negotiations and documentation for aircraft transactions.
• Assess new aircraft types for strategic fleet development, including interior layouts, specifications, performance, network deployment, weight, payload, and economics.
• Audit aircraft specifications prior to delivery and liaise with manufacturers on design and configuration details.
• Implement the Fleet Development Plan and support aircraft financing and phase-out strategies for proactive fleet management.
• Evaluate network and product strategies, such as redeployment, fleet mix, and interior options, suggesting operational improvements for efficiency and revenue maximization.
• Review route network performance, identify profitability issues, and recommend improvements, engaging with commercial stakeholders as needed.
• Research the competitive landscape, including network and product offerings, and provide insights for management. Utilize industry contacts for enhanced research quality.

Professional Experience:

Minimum of 10 years in Fleet Planning or a related field.

Academic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a relevant field; a Master's degree is a plus.

Competency Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of aircraft maintenance programs
• Strategic thinking
• Problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• High professionalism and work ethics
• Adaptability in a start-up environment with evolving policies
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent command of English and Arabic, both spoken and written.

This position is based in Riyadh, operating from the office.

Note: All CVs will be reviewed. If your skills match our client’s requirements, we will contact you via email or phone. We are also open to considering you for other opportunities within Firstaff. If you object to us holding your data, please notify us via email.

• Firstaff Personnel Consultants
  85/86 Grafton Street
  Dublin 2
  Ireland

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

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.

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.