AddressMust be able to speak and write in, both, Arabic & English.
We are seeking a Global Tax Compliance and Reporting Specialist to join the Controllers Division. The Global Tax Compliance and Reporting (GTC&R) Specialist is accountable for the activities of (GTC&R) group. The GTC&R Specialist is broadly responsible for the worldwide enterprises Global Tax accounting and compliance activities. The responsibilities include BEPS transfer pricing documentation, review of tax provisions, uncertain tax positions, and providing Global Tax governance and quality control over tax compliance matters for the worldwide enterprise. The GTC&R Group is also responsible for providing tax optimization support on domestic and international tax matters to In-Kingdom and Out-of-Kingdom subsidiaries and joint ventures.
The GTC&R Specialist provides a wide range of business advisory services as they relate to tax compliance and income tax accounting. The GTC&R Specialist serves as the single point of contact for tax compliance and income tax accounting matters throughout the global organization. Entity chief financial officers, controllers and other personnel throughout the enterprise report to the GTC&R Group on tax accounting and compliance matters relating to their respective operations.
Minimum requirements:
- As the successful candidate, you will hold a Bachelors degree in Accounting or a degree in a relevant field from a recognized and approved program. An advanced degree is preferred and certifications such as a CPA or a CA is highly desirable.
- You will have a minimum of ten years experience in complex, multinational Global Tax matters (US., EU, UK, APAC, MENA) and deep experience with tax accounting; understanding of Saudi Arabia tax Laws is preferable.
- You have an excellent command of oral and written English and Arabic.
- Australia or New Zealand native or currently living/working in Australia or New Zealand
Duties and responsibilities:
- Use your major global energy company experience and proven demonstrated ability to drive global consistency.
- Possess deep financial management skills and overall business acumen.
- You possess a strong understanding of financial accounting principles, preferably under IFRS although equivalent experience with other generally accepted accounting principles will be considered.
- You have an analytical mind set, process orientation, organized and structured approach to problem solving and ability to work under pressure.
- You have excellent interpersonal skills and interest in building an effective internal network.
In addition, you will be expected to:
- Perform functions common to a GTC&R Specialist role.
- Implement Tax Policy and protocols for the administration of all tax compliance and tax accounting matters globally and for ad hoc projects.
- Represent the Controllers Division and the Senior Vice President of Finance, Strategy and Development in tax related matters.
- Oversee income tax compliance globally, including exercising key quality controls, and is the global process owner for income tax accounting and tax compliance, which includes direct and indirect taxes.
- You will define, document, and implement operating procedures globally and maintain effective controls over tax accounting and tax compliance.
- Support Management in making decisions on complex and technical tax matters including accounting judgments with respect to uncertain tax positions and realization of deferred tax assets, while ensuring auditable documentation is maintained.
- Perform the role of a subject matter expert on accounting for income taxes and reporting disclosures related to income taxes.
- Identify tax issues with respect to tax compliance and income tax accounting, provide advice and identify solutions which are communicated to relevant stakeholders for execution.
- Liaise throughout the financial, accounting and reporting teams and builds collaborative relationships with joint venture and subsidiary Controller/Finance organizations.
- Establish and maintain excellent relationships with subsidiary and joint venture finance and tax staff as well as service providers and interact regularly with the Tax Counsel.
- Ensure the accuracy of the tax figures and estimates included within planning, financial reporting, mergers & acquisitions analysis and financial models for transactions and business investments.
Company Benefits:
- Permanent Employment on an Indefinite Term Employment Agreement.
- Company Incentive Plan: This is a broad-based annual and performance based incentive plan based on company and individual performance, base salary, and length of service during the plan year. The objective of this plan is to drive organizational performance, as well as, recognize and reward your contributions beyond the normal annual merit increases.
- Annual repatriation travel allowance: An annual cash payment that more than covers airfare costs to your home country. You have full flexibility to use this payment in any way you choose.
- Annual vacation: You can look forward to up to 38 calendar days of paid leave each year. In addition, you'll typically be granted between 9 and 11 days of national public holidays each year.
- Severance award: In accordance with the Saudi labour law, a severance award is payable by the company to employees who leave after two years or more of satisfactory service. The severance award is based on length of continuous service and final base pay. The severance award can be a substantial benefit for longer service employees.
- Education Assistance Plan: If you are hired on family status, you may be eligible to benefit from the company's excellent education assistance plan for dependent children. This may include the option for them to attend company's high quality private schools or to attend international schools in the local community.
- Quality housing in company communities or a rental assistance allowance: We have four communities in the Eastern Province where we provide quality accommodation in pleasant surroundings. Alternatively, employees may obtain housing in the local communities outside of the Company communities, for which we provide a rental assistance allowance.
- Free medical care: We provide medical care via our Johns Hopkins medical network or contracted hospitals and clinics. These facilities are among the finest in the Middle East.
- Free access to recreational facilities: You will have access to our extensive range of recreational facilities that include: private beaches, tennis courts, exercise gyms, swimming pools, golf courses, tennis and squash courts, and much more.
- Free scheduled transportation: Air-conditioned buses are provided free of charge for transportation within camp areas, to work locations, local shopping areas outside camp, the beach and our other communities.
- Voluntary Group Life and Accident Insurance: you may enrol in a voluntary program providing term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage equal to 12, 18, 24 or 30 times your monthly base salary. Favourable group rates keep the premium low.
- Short-term Disability: In the event you are unable to work due to illness or injury, short-term disability income benefits are provided. The benefit is 30 days full pay and 60 days at three-quarters pay, in any one year period.
- Death Benefit: Company pays an ex-gratia death benefit equal to 24 months base pay if death is from an industrial accident and 12 months base pay if death is non-industrial related.
- Career development: We recognize and value professional growth and achievement, so you'll have many opportunities to develop your career and expertise.
For more information, please contact Sophia on +44 7443 784 109.
