Tax and Legal Services - Direct Tax Technology - Senior Manager (Riyadh)

PwC - United Arab Emirates; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Riyadh is seeking a Senior Manager in Direct Tax Technology. The role involves optimising tax processes, selecting technology solutions, and collaborating with clients on direct tax needs. Ideal candidates should have 6-8 years of relevant experience, a strong understanding of tax processes, and abilities in data automation. The position offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to work within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-8 years of relevant working experience either in accounting or technology and finance.
• Good understanding of accounting and overall direct tax processes.
• Ability to analyse complex tax issues.

Responsibilities

• Improve and optimise client's internal processes related to direct taxes.
• Identify relevant data points in client data sources.
• Design and implement tools for BEPS Pillar Two and Corporate Tax needs.

Skills

Data automation and extraction

Understanding of direct tax processes

Experience with tax technology implementations

Ability to bridge IT and Tax professionals

Fluent in English

Tools

Oracle TRCS

SAP PaPM

Longview

OneSource

OneStream

Orbitax

Job description

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 12,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 370,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.

About Us

With offices in 152 countries and nearly 328,000 professionals, we are one of the world’s leading professional services networks, helping organisations and individuals create lasting value through Assurance, Tax and Advisory services. For over 40 years, we have contributed to the Middle East’s transformation journey, partnering with governments and businesses to deliver sustainable solutions. Today, more than 12,000 of us across Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE are shaping the region’s future.

Line of Service Overview

At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.

Business Unit Overview

At PwC, our people in Direct Tax Technology focus on providing advice and guidance to clients to support their operational tax needs for direct tax purposes. These individuals help businesses navigate new direct tax regulations such as Pillar Two, Corporate Tax or Transfer Pricing operational challenges and analyse possible ways forward to assess data needs, facilitate technology implementations and enhance and document tax governance matters.

How You’ll Contribute

As a Senior Manager, part of the Direct Tax Technology Team, you will join a team of skilled tax and technology professionals focused on standardising and enhancing tax-related data and processes through innovative technology solutions.

Your responsibilities will include improving and optimising our client's internal processes related to direct taxes, identifying relevant data points in client data sources and aiding in the selection and integration of the most suitable technology solutions, whether through ERP/EPM system enhancements or specialised third‑party technology solutions.

You will help design and implement tools and processes specific to BEPS Pillar Two and Corporate Tax needs while collaborating closely with our global network of tax advisory and consulting teams. This role demands a proactive, innovative mindset and a commitment to delivering cutting‑edge tax technology solutions to some of the most challenging taxes. You will play a significant role in relationship‑building, both internally and externally with clients and Alliance partners.

Skills in data automation and extraction with a possible link to Global Information Reporting (AEOI, CARF, and FASTER) requirements are a helpful addition.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 6-8 years of relevant working experience either in accounting or technology and finance.
• You have a good understanding of accounting and overall direct tax processes.
• Knowledge of the data requirements and the associated challenges and being able to articulate this to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Discuss the different solutions and how to use ancillary technology to automate/streamline the process.
• Experience with using or implementing direct tax technology: Oracle TRCS, Longview, OneSource, OneStream, Orbitax, SAP PaPM, Tax Systems or similar solutions.
• You are able to bridge the gap between IT and Tax professionals, tackling complex issues in a simple and understandable way.
• Ability to analyse complex tax issues, identify potential risks and opportunities, and develop innovative tax technology solutions to address them.
• Given the evolving nature of tax regulations and technology trends, you are able to demonstrate a willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new tools and methodologies.
• Experience in Pillar Two data and technology projects.
• You are a team player who loves collaborating with people from around the world.
• You are fluent in English.

How You’ll Make a Difference

At PwC Middle East, we expect all our people to embody the skills and behaviours of The PwC Professional framework, helping us deliver on our strategy while growing and developing as leaders at every level.

Why You’ll Love Working at PwC

At PwC Middle East, you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll build a meaningful career, supported by rewards and benefits that help you thrive. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and programs that promote well‑being, balance, and personal growth. You’ll have access to continuous learning, digital upskilling, and a collaborative environment that values innovation, mentorship, and diversity. Are you ready to make a difference by applying your unique perspective and talents? Discover more about Life at PwC Middle East.

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