VAT Specialist

VAT Specialist - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia About Saudi Gold Refinery Saudi Gold Refinery (SGR) is a Saudi mining and precious-metals company specialized in the refining of gold and precious metals, bullion production, and value-added precious-metal services. Operating within the Kingdom's mining value chain, SGR is aligned to the Vision 2030 mining pillar and to the regulatory framework set by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM) and applicable Saudi and international standards. We produce responsibly sourced, traceable, and certified bullion, operate to LBMA Good Delivery and ISO-aligned quality standards, and invest in the people, processes, and controls behind every bar we produce. 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. This position requires a proactive approach to regulatory changes and close collaboration with operational teams to ensure seamless tax integration in business processes. Key Responsibilities The VAT Specialist will be responsible for the following key areas of tax compliance and financial control. VAT Return Filing The role prepares and submits accurate monthly and quarterly VAT returns to ZATCA, ensuring full compliance with statutory deadlines and regulatory requirements. Input Tax Validation This position validates all input tax credit claims against valid tax invoices and ensures that only eligible expenses are claimed for deduction. Sales Tax Analysis The specialist analyzes sales transactions to correctly apply zero-rating for exports and exempt status for investment gold, preventing misclassification risks. E-Invoicing Compliance The role monitors the generation of electronic invoices to ensure they meet ZATCA Phase 2 technical standards and resolves any integration errors with IT support. Audit Management This position prepares detailed audit files and responds to ZATCA inquiries or external auditor requests with precise documentation and timely explanations. Reconciliation Control The specialist reconciles the VAT control account in the General Ledger with filed returns and bank statements to identify and correct discrepancies monthly. Process Improvement The role identifies inefficiencies in the current tax workflow and implements automation or procedural changes to reduce manual effort and error rates. Stakeholder Advisory…