VAT Specialist

Role Overview: Saudi Gold Refinery (SGR) is seeking a VAT Specialist in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to manage the company's Value Added Tax compliance and reporting obligations. This role focuses on ensuring accurate tax treatment for refining operations, bullion sales, and procurement activities in line with ZATCA regulations. The specialist will handle the complexities of VAT on precious metals, including reverse charge mechanisms and export zero-rating, to safeguard the company's tax position. The VAT Specialist will report directly to the Finance Manager and will play a key role in maintaining robust tax controls and optimizing cash flow through efficient refund management. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly VAT returns to ZATCA. Validate input tax credit claims. Analyze sales transactions for zero-rating and exemptions. Monitor e-invoicing compliance with ZATCA Phase 2 standards. Manage audits, reconcile VAT control accounts, improve tax processes, and advise procurement and sales departments.