Corporate Tax Compliance

A specialized program designed for finance leaders and tax compliance professionals to develop effective internal control systems that minimize tax evasion risks and ensure compliance with Saudi tax regulations, including Value Added Tax (VAT) and Zakat requirements. The program emphasizes tax governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, and effective engagement with the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA).

Duration: 2 Days
Training Hours: 12 Training Hours
Target Audience: Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), finance managers, tax compliance officers, and heads of tax departments within companies and corporate groups.
Delivery Mode: In-person / Live Online

Detailed Learning Objectives

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Design effective, auditable internal tax compliance policies and procedures that meet ZATCA’s regulatory expectations.
• Assess enterprise-wide tax evasion and tax compliance risks and develop a comprehensive tax risk map.
• Manage government tax audits and reviews conducted by ZATCA efficiently while reducing the likelihood of penalties and non-compliance findings.
• Foster a culture of tax transparency and strengthen employee awareness of tax compliance and disclosure obligations.
• Effectively manage tax disputes, including ZATCA objections, appeals before tax dispute resolution committees, and tax litigation processes.

Key Topics

• Tax Governance: The roles of the Board of Directors and senior management in establishing an effective tax governance and compliance framework.
• VAT and Zakat Compliance: Regulatory obligations, filing deadlines, compliance requirements, and the treatment of exceptions under the Saudi tax framework.
• Internal Controls for Tax Processes: Control activities, segregation of duties, tax process governance, and internal monitoring mechanisms.
• Tax Dispute Management: Procedures for filing objections with ZATCA, navigating tax dispute resolution committees, and managing tax appeals.
• Transfer Pricing and Disclosure Requirements: Compliance obligations for multinational enterprise (MNE) groups operating in Saudi Arabia, including transfer pricing documentation and disclosure requirements.