Tax Lead

Tamer Group Site; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 223,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

Tamer Group Site in Jeddah is seeking an experienced tax and accounting professional to manage Zakat, VAT, WHT, and transfer pricing, ensuring timely, accurate reporting across entities. You will coordinate audits, align with IFRS and IAS, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain compliant, reliable financial statements across the group.

The role requires strong English and Arabic communication, a solid accounting foundation, and 5+ years in pharma/manufacturing tax or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; professional qualification (ACCA/ACA/CA/CPA) is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of KSA tax regulations (Zakat, VAT, WHT, TP).
• Minimum 5+ years of accounting and taxation experience in pharma/manufacturing.
• Familiarity with IFRS and IAS standards.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit annual Zakat returns per ZATCA guidelines.
• Ensure proper calculation and review of monthly VAT and WHT returns.
• Coordinate and respond to ZATCA audits and assessments.
• Coordinate and compile documentation for Local Content audits with authorities and auditors.
• Handle Transfer Pricing requirements and related documentation.
• Collaborate with internal and group teams to reflect tax in financial statements.
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing with proper tax provisioning.
• Provide management with timely tax-related reports.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with tax regulations and policies.
• Stay updated on IFRS, IAS and their application in pharma/manufacturing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

English

Arabic

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

ACCA/ACA/CA/CPA (plus)

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit accurate and timely annual Zakat returns, in accordance with the latest ZATCA guidelines and updates.
• Ensure proper calculation and review of monthly VAT and Withholding Tax (WHT) returns.
• Coordinate, Prepare and Respond to ZATCA audits and assessments, including Zakat, VAT, and WHT inquiries.
• Coordinate and compile documentation for Local Content audits, and actively communicate with relevant authorities, external auditors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution and compliance.
• Handle Transfer Pricing requirements and ensure timely submission of related documentation in accordance with ZATCA regulations.
• Collaborate with internal, group holding and subsidiaries teams to ensure accurate GL accounting and reflect tax impacts on the financial statements.
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring proper tax provisioning and reconciliations.
• Provide management with timely and accurate tax-related reports.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with tax regulations and company policies.
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws, IFRS, IAS, and their application within the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; professional qualification i.e. ACCA/ACA/CA/CPA is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of KSA tax regulations, including Zakat, VAT, WHT and TP is a must.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in accounting and taxation, preferably in the pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry.
• Familiarity with IFRS and IAS standards.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in both English and Arabic.