Key Responsibilities
Tax Compliance & Reporting
- Prepare and submit VAT returns in compliance with ZATCA regulations (KSA) and Bahrain NBR requirements
- Handle withholding tax (WHT) calculations, filings, and reconciliations
- Support corporate income tax and Zakat computations where applicable
- Ensure timely submission of all statutory tax filings
Accounting & Reconciliations
- Maintain accurate tax ledgers and ensure proper posting of tax-related journal entries
- Perform monthly tax account reconciliations (VAT payable, WHT payable, etc.)
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities
Regulatory & Advisory Support
- Monitor changes in tax legislation in KSA and Bahrain and assess impact on business
- Provide guidance to finance and operational teams on tax implications of transactions
- Support tax audits, assessments, and queries from tax authorities
Audit & Documentation
- Prepare documentation for internal and external audits
- Maintain proper tax records, supporting schedules, and compliance files
- Assist in responding to audit queries and resolving discrepancies
Process Improvement
- Support automation and improvement of tax reporting processes
- Ensure alignment with SGS global tax policies and internal controls
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent preferred)
- 5-10 years of tax or accounting experience in a multinational or large organization
- Strong knowledge of KSA VAT (ZATCA) and Bahrain tax regulations
- Experience in VAT, WHT, and financial reporting
- Strong Excel and ERP system skills (SAP/Oracle preferred)
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines
- Experience in multinational companies (preferably inspection, services, or industrial sectors)
- Exposure to GCC tax environment (KSA, Bahrain, UAE)
- Experience in audit support and financial compliance reporting
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
