Specialist, Tax and Customs

Tax and Customs

Job Role

Key Functional Responsibilities

Zakat& Direct tax compliance

  • Prepare zakat & direct tax compliance activities.
  • Adherence to all applicable zakat and direct tax laws and by-laws.
  • Preparation and filing of zakat and direct tax returns

Audit and Controversy management

  • Prepare for zakat & tax audits and ensure compliance with audit requirements.
  • Prepare zakat and tax objections and appeals.

Communication and reporting

  • Liaise with relevant authorities (e.g., ZATCA) on zakat & direct tax matters.
  • Support budgeting and forecasting activities related to zakat and direct tax
  • Prepare periodic reports on zakat and direct tax activities and achievements.

 

Process improvements:

  • Identify opportunities to streamline zakat/direct tax processes and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Implement process improvements and automation initiatives to optimize zakat/direct tax compliance and reporting workflows.
  • Analyse taxation related issues, variances, and risks.
  • Develop and implement documented systems of zakat and direct tax policies and procedures.

 

Job Requirements

Education

Accounting, Finance, Law

Experience

1 - 3 years of experience with Tax