Senior Associate - General Ledger Taxation

Six Flags Qiddiya City and Aquarabia; Riyadh; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent organization in Riyadh is seeking a Senior Associate – GL Taxation to lead tax compliance and reporting efforts. This role involves overseeing tax filings, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and providing strategic support for taxation initiatives. Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and relevant leadership experience in tax roles.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of relevant experience in a similar leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of local tax regulations, including VAT, withholding tax, and Zakat.
• Familiarity with international tax standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and submission of tax filings including VAT and withholding tax.
• Lead reconciliation of tax accounts and manage integration into the general ledger.
• Coordinate with external advisors and auditors on compliance and audit readiness.

Skills

Tax accounting

GL reconciliations

Financial statement disclosures

ERP systems

Tax modules (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

At Six Flags & Aquarabia Qiddiya City, the Senior Associate – GL Taxation is responsible for leading and executing complex tax-related activities within the General Ledger team. This role ensures compliance with local and international tax laws, manages tax filings and audits, and supports strategic tax planning initiatives. The Senior Associate provides advanced technical support for VAT, withholding tax, and related areas, contributes to ERP tax automation, and acts as a key liaison with auditors and regulatory bodies. This role plays a critical part in minimizing tax risks and enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of taxation processes across the organization.

Education

Bachelor’sdegreeinAccounting,Finance,orarelatedfield.

Experience

3-6yearsofrelevantexperienceinasimilarleadershiprole.

In depthknowledgeoflocaltaxregulations,includingVAT,withholdingtax,andZakat,aswellasfamiliaritywithinternationaltaxstandards

Skills

Strongexperiencewithtaxaccounting,GLreconciliations,andfinancialstatementdisclosures

ProficiencyinERPsystemsandtaxmodules(e.g.,Oracle,SAP,MicrosoftDynamics)

Job Responsibilities:

Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of tax filings including VAT, withholding tax, and other direct and indirect taxes.

Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely submission of all tax returns in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Lead reconciliation of tax accounts, identifying discrepancies and ensuring corrective actions.

Manage the integration of tax transactions into the general ledger and support tax-related journal entries and adjustments.

Supervise the documentation required for internal/external audits and ensure audit readiness.

Stay current on tax law updates and evaluate the implications of changes on the organization’s financial activities.

Identify process improvements and automation opportunities in ERP systems to enhance tax operations.

Coordinate with external advisors, auditors, and tax authorities on complex issues and ensure compliance with audit recommendations.

Prepare and review detailed tax reports, disclosures, and compliance documents for management.

Support tax planning initiatives, including tax impact analysis for new projects or changes in business operations.

Perform other related duties as assigned by leadership.