Tax Specialist – Saudi Arabia

About the role

LEORON is seeking an experienced Tax Specialist to join its Riyadh office. The role focuses on ensuring full compliance with Saudi tax legislation, managing relationships with ZATCA, and supporting the finance team in strategic tax planning.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee corporate tax, VAT, and withholding tax compliance and reporting.
• Manage transfer pricing documentation and compliance.
• Act as primary liaison with ZATCA, handling communications and audit processes.
• Prepare and defend corporate tax audit documentation and responses.
• Identify tax risks and develop mitigation strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with the Finance team to integrate tax considerations into financial planning.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (mandatory); Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in tax accounting, audit, or consultancy, preferably within a Big Four environment.
• Proven track record of managing corporate tax audits and ZATCA interactions.
• Fluent in English and Arabic (business level).
• Eligibility to work in Saudi Arabia.

Required skills

• Saudi tax regulations, VAT, WHT, Corporate Tax.
• ZATCA communication and audit management.
• Transfer pricing compliance.
• Tax audit preparation and defense.