Tax Accountant

SGS

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  • Full-time
  • Diriyah, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia
  • Management, General Administration and Support Functions
  • 9d ago

Job Description

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