Zakat & Tax Consultant (Senior / Supervisor)

Role Purpose:

We are seeking an experienced Zakat & Tax Consultant to provide zakat and tax advisory services to clients in full compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations. This role involves handling client-facing tax and zakat activities, including the preparation and review of filings, support during audits, and continuous advisory on regulatory updates. The ideal candidate will play a key role in optimizing clients’ zakat and tax positions, ensuring accurate compliance, and delivering high-quality consulting services across various sectors.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Monitor updates in zakat and tax laws and regulations.
• Coordinate with clients to gather necessary financial information for accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate data collection and compliance with legal requirements.
• Prepare and review zakat and tax declarations.
• Prepare and review clients' tax and zakat returns and ensure timely submission.
• Prepare and review periodic zakat and tax reports and ensure timely submission on behalf of clients.
• Validate auto-generated accruals for ahead of period end close.
• Assist clients in zakat and tax planning to minimize tax liabilities and optimize financial positions.
• Provide consultations on matters related to zakat and tax.
• Assist with audit requirements from zakat and tax information and documentation perspective.
• Manage the documentation and data required for clients’ zakat and tax audits and assessments.
• Provide support in tax and zakat audit processes.
• Prepare and follow up Zakat and Tax appeals.
• Research tax laws and raise flags for any changes or updates in the laws.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; relevant certifications (e.g., SOCPA, CPA) preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in Zakat, VAT, and overall tax compliance, preferably within the consulting field.
• Passing the Zakat & Tax subject from SOCPA is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi tax laws, Zakat regulations, and IFRS standards.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in oral and written English and Arabic.