Senior Officer Taxation

Riyadh Air; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A national airline in Saudi Arabia is seeking a detail-oriented tax professional to manage and support tax compliance, reporting, and advisory activities. The role demands a minimum of 4 years' experience in taxation, with expertise in international tax regulations, zakat, and VAT. Candidates should hold relevant degrees and potentially prestigious certifications like ADIT or CPA. This position offers an opportunity to shape the airline's tax strategy and participate in its financial growth, collaborating with various departments for compliance and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in taxation or multinational operations.
• Familiar with international tax compliance, zakat, VAT/GST requirements.
• Proven proficiency in tax compliance software and research tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support tax compliance and reporting activities.
• Manage zakat, corporate income tax, VAT/GST, and aviation-related taxes.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Operations to ensure compliance.

Skills

Tax compliance

International tax regulations

Analytical skills

ERP system proficiency

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Professional certification (ADIT, CPA, SOCPA, CA, CTA)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

About Riyadh Air

Riyadh Air (RX), headquartered in the Saudi capital, is the new national airline that’s shaping the future of flying. The airline aims to lead the aviation industry by transforming Saudi Arabia into a global aviation and trade hub – a digitally native airline that will connect the Kingdom to more than 100 destinations worldwide.

About The Role

Are you a detail‑driven tax professional with a strong background in international and aviation‑specific taxation? In this role, you will lead and support Riyadh Air’s tax compliance, reporting, and advisory activities to ensure full alignment with local and international regulations across all operational jurisdictions. You will help optimise the company’s tax position, maintain compliance discipline, and contribute to financial transparency and efficiency. Further, you are responsible for managing zakat, corporate income tax, VAT/GST, and other aviation‑related taxes. You will also support tax planning initiatives related to aircraft acquisitions, route expansion, and global operations ensuring strategic alignment between tax efficiency and business growth. Collaborative by nature, you will partner and work closely with Finance, Legal, Operations, and external stakeholders to maintain timely and accurate filings, navigate audits, and manage evolving regulations across multiple jurisdictions. Additionally, you will participate in safety, health, and environmental initiatives and ensure that all tasks are carried out in accordance with Riyadh Air’s governance and corporate standards. This is an excellent opportunity to build expertise in a dynamic global environment and contribute to our financial integrity and global tax strategy.

About You

Degree qualified, you will have a minimum of 4 years of experience in taxation, multinational operations, or complex corporate environments. You are expected to be familiar with international tax compliance, zakat, VAT/GST requirements, and aviation‑specific tax treatments, and professional certification such as ADIT, CPA, SOCPA, CA, or CTA is highly desirable. You have proven analytical skills, proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics, and experience using tax compliance software and research tools. This is your opportunity to shape the future of air travel. Bring your best and show us why you can own this position within Riyadh Air.

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