Regional Tax Manager (Middle-East)

WorldFirst; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in digital services is seeking a Tax Manager for the Middle-East Region. This role focuses on ensuring tax compliance and providing advisory support across multiple jurisdictions. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of experience, strong knowledge of Saudi Arabian tax laws, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join us to drive responsible innovation and enhance market accessibility for global SMEs.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in tax matters.
• Good knowledge of Saudi Arabia tax and exposure to UAE tax.
• Strong self-learning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with local tax legislations.
• Manage month-end tax closing processes.
• Advise on tax implications for business transactions.

Skills

Tax Compliance

Attention to Detail

Proactive Research

Monthly Closing Process Management

Education

CPA

ACCA

CTA

Degree in Finance/Taxation

Job description

Description

Position at Ant Group Ant International strives to become the most trusted digital services connector to achieve sustainable growth of global commerce. With a focus on Travel, Trade, Technology, and Talent, Ant International is committed to enhancing the digital mindset and capacities of businesses worldwide. Through fostering collaborative efforts with partners, we are driving responsible innovation and increasing market accessibility for global SMEs. We operate across four key businesses: Alipay+, Antom, WorldFirst, and ANEXT Bank.

What you’ll do: You will be responsible for all tax matters of Ant International in the Middle-East Region. Jurisdictions covered include Saudi Arabia, UAE, and other markets that Ant International enters.

• Tax Compliance, Reporting, and Management:
• Ensure full compliance with local tax legislations in the Middle East, including timely filing of corporate tax, withholding tax, and VAT returns.
• Manage the month-end closing process, including monthly CIT provision and transfer pricing calculation.
• Manage relationships with government authorities and external tax advisors; handle tax enquiries and manage tax controversies if any.
• Manage transfer pricing policies, processes, and procedures in collaboration with the Group tax team.

Tax Advisory and Transaction Support:

• Support product launches by advising on tax implications of business transactions and proposing solutions to minimize tax costs, based on an in-depth understanding of business details.
• Manage resolutions with tax authorities and lead the advanced tax ruling process, if applicable.
• Support the setup of new entities and advise on tax-efficient structures.
• Review and update tax policies and processes, keeping the business and Group tax team informed of tax issues and legislative changes.

What we’re looking for: We do not expect candidates to be experts in all local tax requirements across all jurisdictions where Ant International operates in the Middle East. However, we do expect the candidate to have:

• Good knowledge of Saudi Arabia tax and exposure to UAE tax, with 8+ years of experience.
• Self-learner willing to proactively research topics to minimize reliance on external tax consultants.
• Hands-on approach; detail-oriented.
• Ability to work proactively and independently, and to be accountable.
• Experience in the financial industry is not mandatory but advantageous.
• Previous in-house experience is preferred.
• Qualified tax professional – CPA, ACCA, CTA, or equivalent is advantageous.