Senior Tax Accountant

Job Description

Employment: Full Time The CompanyRobert Half are exclusively working with our MNC client in Riyadh on a Senior Tax Accountant position which is business critical.The RoleThe role is very urgent, and the successful candidate MUST be an Arabic speaker. The preferred candidate will be from a Big 4 background working in a Tax Associate/Senior Associate or Tax Consultant capacity, ready to take the next step into industry.* The client is seeking a detail-oriented tax professional who possesses an in-depth knowledge of taxation in KSA.* To succeed in this role, you should show be interested in following changes to tax regulations and laws.* Excellent time management skills are also essential, as you will have to ensure our company meets tight deadlines.* Senior Tax Accountant responsibilities also include organizing and maintaining records of tax payments.* Ultimately, you should be able to recommend tax strategies that comply with laws and promote our companys financial well-being.Responsibilities:* Assist in managing all tax aspects of existing and new business lines and initiatives.* Assist in performing tax technical research including analysis and interpretation of relevant tax laws, regulations, cases and guidelines, and update relevant stakeholders as appropriate.* Recommend tax strategies by researching local taxation issues.* Identify and recommend tax optimization opportunities.* Maintain legislative materials by reviewing, interpreting, and implementing new or revised laws.* Maintain compliance with regulations by forwarding required information to the tax authorities.* Partner with key contacts in operations, corporate development, finance, treasury, and legal to identify and implement tax planning strategies and minimize potential tax risks.* Manage and coordinate external audits and act as a liaison with external consultants.* Ensure companys compliance with relevant tax regulations in KSA, and also maintain proper tax documentations.* Prepare Corporate Income Tax, Value Added Tax, and Withholding Tax returns.* Prepare tax provision schedules.* Accomplish accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed. REQUIREMENTS: Skills* Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures.* Familiarity with accounting software packages and general ledger systems.* Ability to interpret legal documents.* Knowledge of Microsoft Office.* Ability to meet deadlines.* Excellent analytical and time management skills.* Excellent communication skills.* Keen attention to detail.Qualification* BSc degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant subject; industry certification (e.g. CMA or CPA) is a bonus.* Proven work experience as a Tax Accountant, Tax Analyst or Tax Preparer. (Minimum of 3-4 years of experience).

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Founded in 1948, Robert Half International Inc. (NYSE symbol: RHI) is the worlds first and largest specialized staffing firm and a member of the S&P 500 index. We are a global leader in professional staffing and consulting services and the parent company of Protiviti, a leading independent internal audit and business and technology risk consulting firm. For 2006, Robert Half International reported revenues of $4 billion and now has staffing and consulting operations in more than 400 locations worldwide.