Tax/VAT Assistant Manager

LG Electronics; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

LG Electronics is seeking an experienced tax professional to lead all tax-related activities in Saudi Arabia, with focus on Zakat, VAT, and Corporate Income Tax. You will ensure compliance, support audits, and drive accurate reporting across the business units.

The role requires a deep understanding of tax regulations, strong analytical skills, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain internal controls and optimize tax processes within a multinational environment.

Qualifications

• 10 years of total tax experience or minimum 4 years of hands-on Zakat experience.
• Strong knowledge of Zakat, VAT, Corporate Income Tax and other indirect taxes.
• Experience preparing and filing corporate tax returns and VAT submissions.
• Experience with tax audits and government authorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax-related activities ensuring compliance with Zakat, VAT, Corporate Tax and related regs.
• Assist with monthly closing and year-end tax provisions.
• Perform GL and financial statement analyses for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage long-term overdue accounts and tax-related discrepancies.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and financial procedures.
• Prepare year-end tax provisions and corporate tax returns (T2, T106, Zakat, CIT).
• Handle VAT preparation and filing across jurisdictions.
• Support transfer pricing reviews and audits as applicable.
• Assist government authorities audits (CIT, GST, VAT).
• Oversee customs duties management and reporting accuracy.
• Monitor environmental handling fees and related compliance.
• Prepare tax analyses and respond to business-unit inquiries.
• Submit reporting packages to HQ (FX variance, inventory, fixed assets).
• Perform ad hoc tax reporting projects as needed.
• Assist internal controls assessments for external auditors.
• Approve vendor account setups from a tax perspective.

Skills

Tax compliance

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Tax certifications (SOCPA/CPA/CMA/ACCA)

ERP systems knowledge (SAP/Oracle)

Tools

Excel

Financial reporting systems

CATS

Job description

Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics As a global leader in technology LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life Our brand promise Life s Good embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier better life for all With a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence of more than 100 subsidiaries we operate on a truly global scale Since our establishment in 1958 our dedication to enhancing lives worldwide through innovative products has remained unwavering Our business domains include Home Appliance amp Air Solution Home Entertainment Vehicle Components Solutions and Business Solutions Our management philosophy Jeong-do Management embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations Grounded in the principles of Customer-Value Creation and People-Oriented Management these values shape our corporate culture fostering creativity diversity and integrity At LG we believe in the power of collective wisdom fostering a collaborative work environment Join us and become a part of a company that is not just about creating solutions for a better life because at LG Life s Good

What You Will Do

• Lead all tax-related activities ensuring full compliance with Zakat VAT Corporate Tax and related regulations
• Assist with monthly closing and year end financial audit providing accurate and timely tax information
• Perform general ledger GL and financial statement analysis to ensure correctness and compliance
• Manage long term overdue accounts and resolve tax related discrepancies
• Ensure adherence to company policies internal controls and financial procedures
• Prepare the year end tax provision and corporate tax returns e g T2 T106 Zakat Corporate Income Tax
• Handle VAT preparation and filing GST QST PST or local VAT returns depending on jurisdiction
• Support transfer pricing reviews and audits when applicable
• Assist with government authorities audits including Corporate Income Tax GST QST PST and VAT
• Oversee custom duties management and ensure accurate reporting
• Monitor and manage environmental handling fees and related compliance
• Prepare tax analyses and respond to queries from business units across the company
• Submit the reporting package to HQ e g FX variance analysis inventory amp fixed assets reconciliation
• Perform ad hoc reporting and tax-related projects as required
• Conduct internal accounting controls assessments CATS Control Assessment Tracking System for external auditors
• Approve vendor account setups from a tax compliance perspective

You Must Have

• 10 years of total tax experience or minimum 4 years of hands on Zakat experience
• Strong knowledge of Zakat VAT Corporate Income Tax and other indirect taxes
• Experience preparing and filing corporate tax returns and VAT submissions
• Strong analytical skills in financial statements GL review and reconciliations
• Experience in managing tax audits with government authorities
• Hands‑on experience with custom duties and tax compliance processes
• Solid understanding of internal controls risk management and audit procedures
• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting systems
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross functional teams

Nice If You Have

• Experience in transfer pricing documentation and audit support
• Knowledge of environmental handling fees regulations
• Experience working in multinational companies with HQ reporting requirements
• Familiarity with CATS or other internal control assessment systems
• Professional certifications such as SOCPA CPA CMA ACCA or a Tax related certification
• Experience in ERP systems SAP Oracle or similar

• 10+ years of total tax experience, or minimum 4 years of hands on Zakat experience.
• Strong knowledge of Zakat, VAT, Corporate Income Tax, and other indirect taxes.
• Experience preparing and filing corporate tax returns and VAT submissions.
• Strong analytical skills in financial statements, GL review, and reconciliations.
• Experience in managing tax audits with government authorities.
• Hands‑on experience with custom duties and tax compliance processes.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, risk management, and audit procedures.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting systems.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross functional teams.
• Experience in transfer pricing documentation and audit support.
• Knowledge of environmental handling fees regulations.
• Experience working in multinational companies with HQ reporting requirements.
• Familiarity with CATS or other internal control assessment systems.
• Professional certifications such as SOCPA, CPA, CMA, ACCA, or a Tax related certification.
• Experience in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).