Auditor

About the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority is a key governmental body in Saudi Arabia, responsible for ensuring compliance with the Kingdom's tax regulations, audit procedures, and administrative rules. Based in Riyadh, the Authority plays a crucial role in managing and overseeing tax liabilities across various sectors.

The Role of an Auditor

We are seeking a dedicated Auditor to join our team in Riyadh. This is a full-time position designed for individuals with 0-1 years of experience, offering an opportunity to develop professional expertise within a structured environment. The Auditor will perform specific tasks under close supervision, focusing on research, information gathering, analysis, and drafting essential reports and documents.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in income assessments and financial record reviews for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).
• Examine historical tax records to accurately identify tax liabilities and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Communicate with taxpayers to obtain necessary clarifications regarding declarations.
• Develop and update assessment templates and audit tools in line with operational procedures and policies to facilitate SME tax imposition and timely valuation.
• Monitor industry-specific developments, news, and updates (*, business, insurance, telecommunications, consumer goods) to incorporate new tax practices into assessments and audit reviews.
• Review current and past audit files to validate sales, accounts receivable, import, inventory, and other related accounts.
• Prepare reports on high-risk cases identified through audit results and liaise with relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate with the Legal Support Department to ensure adherence to the Authority's technical position and all tax-related laws, policies, and regulations.
• Submit accepted audit reports to chairs for review and approval, incorporating feedback to finalize audit results.
• Review drafted audit reports, verify compliance with policies and procedures, approve tax amounts, and provide constructive feedback to other auditors.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or an equivalent field.
• 0-1 years of relevant professional experience.

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to perform detailed research and information gathering.
• Strong analytical skills for assessing financial records and identifying tax liabilities.
• Proficiency in drafting clear and concise reports and documents.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with taxpayers and internal stakeholders.
• Commitment to compliance with tax regulations and audit procedures.

Application Information

Candidates who meet the above requirements are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.