Accounting Analyst (Tax & Zakat)

Petro Rabigh; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Makkah Region is seeking an experienced accountant to ensure the accuracy of accounting entries and handle VAT submissions. The ideal candidate must possess a BA in Finance or Accounting, preferably have 3 years of experience, and knowledge of SOCPA and ZATCA regulations. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for this role, where you will analyze financial data and support tax assessments. Applications open until May 29, 2025.

Qualifications

• Preferably 3 years in the related work area.
• Knowledge in SOCPA and International Accounting standards.
• Knowledge in GOSI and ZATCA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy and completeness of accounting entries.
• Preparation of analytical schedules for financial statements.
• Reconciliation of monthly bank accounts.
• Review and post accounting entries in SAP.

Skills

Analytical skills

Accounting principles

Problem-solving skills

SAP Systems

Education

BA in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration

CPA or equivalent certification

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

Area 1: General Ledger

• Ensure accuracy and completeness of accounting entries for business month end closing.
• Preparation of analytical schedules of General Ledger accounts needed for the preparation of financial statements for audit and submission to the Capital Market Authority purposes.
• Reconciliation and preparation of monthly bank accounts, Withholding Tax return for remittance to ZATCA.
• Handling of outstanding bank accounts reconciling items.
• Reconciliation of inventories.
• Preparation of the annual ZAKAT/Income Tax returns for submission to ZATCA.
• Preparing, submitting and entering payments for VAT monthly.
• Analyzing financial data and associating them with one another for the purpose of the Value added tax.
• Securing access to ZATCA website for tax return uploads and payments through SADAD.
• Supporting on tax assessments and clarifying difference between tax returns and tax authority.

Area 2: Payables Accounting

• Review and post in SAP Systems accounting entries for vendors' processed invoices, debit and credit notes.
• Preparation of sales reports.

Minimum Requirements

• BA in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration major in Accounting.
• Preferably 3 years in the related work area.
• CPA or equivalent certification is preferable.
• Fundamental knowledge of accounting principles, theories and practice.
• Knowledge in SOCPA and International Accounting standards.
• Knowledge in GOSI and ZATCA regulations.
• An analytical mindset, process orientation, organized and structured approach to problem solving and ability to work under pressure.
• Possess & apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and accountability.

Note: Last day of application is May 29, 2025.