Senior - Indirect Tax - Jeddah

MENA Indirect Tax Senior Consultant

Our globally coordinated tax professionals offer connected services across all tax disciplines to help our clients thrive in an era of rapid change. We combine our exceptional knowledge and experience with the people and technology platforms that make us an ideal partner for all their tax-related needs. We help companies understand the tax policies and tax laws of governments around the world to plan and comply accordingly.

Our teams leverage transformative technologies to deliver strategy and from tax and regulatory obligations to operations and workforce management to reduce risk and drive sustainable value. Tax has six subservice lines which cover a wide range of issues : Business Tax Services, Global Compliance and Reporting, Global Law, Indirect Tax, International Tax and Transaction Services, and People Advisory Services.

The opportunity Joining our Indirect Tax team you’ll be a part of a globally integrated team helping leading organizations to move goods and services around the world more effectively. You’ll combine your technical skills and practical experience across industries and geographies to provide tailored advice to clients. This will include identifying risk areas and sustainable planning opportunities for indirect taxes throughout the tax life cycle, advising on VAT treatment of new and complex transactions, and helping resolve classification or other disputes and issues with authorities. Your proactive, pragmatic and integrated strategies will help our clients achieve their potential in today’s global environment.

Your key responsibilities Client responsibilities You are expected to work effectively as a member of a worldwide network of professional advisors, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress. You must also collaborate with a team of VAT professionals to combine cross‑border transaction experience with local tax knowledge across a broad spectrum of industries. Participating and assisting in preparing for meetings with management teams will be part of your role.

You will assist in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties. You will also develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel and build strong internal relationships within the VAT practice, Indirect Tax and across other service lines.

Technical responsibilities You must build a deep understanding of Customs Law and its practical application across the countries. You are expected to understand and apply the regional Free Trade Agreements and key customs concepts such as valuation, classification and origin. You will identify and discuss VAT considerations for clients to be aware of in their outbound investments. Engaging with colleagues in overseas offices to deliver VAT advice in respect of global jurisdictions will be part of your responsibilities. You will also prepare for the potential introduction of VAT in different countries and discuss with clients how this may impact them, as well as work with internal teams to provide indirect tax expertise for audit and transaction projects.

Skills and attributes for success You must be able to build strong client relationships and excel at communicating in a range of situations in both written and oral English. You should identify areas of risk, carry out effective reviews and know when to refer upwards. You are expected to be client‑focused, commercially aware and a team player with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels. You must also possess project‑management skills, plan and prioritise work, meet deadlines, monitor your own budget, solve problems creatively and pragmatically.

To qualify for the role you must have

A degree in economics, finance, tax or accounting

At least three years of relevant experience as an Indirect Tax professional

Experience working for a Big 4 accounting firm is preferred. However we will consider candidates with law firm or industry experience.

Customs duty advisory experience is preferable but we will also consider candidates with VAT / GST advisory experience.

Ideally you’ll also have

A relevant Masters degree or CPA / ACA / CA / CMA / SOCPA / Law qualification / CTA or equivalent tax qualification

Experience working in multicultural teams

Good verbal and written communication skills

Strong organisational, project‑management and analytical skills

Strong drive to excel professionally and to guide and motivate others

Coordination and prioritisation skills

Independent in managing your own workload, able to work under pressure and juggle multiple tasks

Excellent team player

What we look for Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to prioritise shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.

What we offer We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognised for the value you bring to our business. Plus we offer :

Continuous learning : You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

Success as defined by you : We’ll provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.

Transformative leadership : We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

Diverse and inclusive culture : You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : Years

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