Customs Studies Senior Specialist

Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority

Customs Cases Technical and Accounting Studies Development

Request required documents/ data from relevant stakeholders within specified period to prepare and study case files
Prepare case files and ensure data entered are complete and error free to guarantee in-depth revision of file
Correct errors of data entered into the case files based on information available (including the number of items disputed and physical errors)
Study accurately and objectively case files arising out of fines imposed by ZATCA on plaintiff highlighting reasons behind imposition of fines and provide Committees with studies in a timely manner
Study accurately and objectively case files arising out of customs assessment imposed by ZATCA on plaintiff highlighting reasons behind imposition of due tax ratio from an accounting standpoint and provide Committees with studies in a timely manner
Prepare accurate studies for consultation requests made by members of Appeals Committees during deliberation
Develop customs accounting opinion on tax laws and regulation subjects
Develop accurate and timely periodical and customized reports for Section and submit to management
Document and update the section s information and data periodically in its relevant database
Report issues to management and develop action plans providing recommendations for effective resolution/ improvement

Organization and Operations

Follow all relevant policies, processes and standard operating procedures so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner
Help in solving escalated problems and provide needed support for junior team to ensure work is carried out in an efficient manner
Escalate complex problems to the relevant person to ensure cases/issues are closed properly
Perform other duties as requested

People Management

Train junior staff on the different job activities to ensure transfer of know-how, when applicable
Provide clear direction, prioritize tasks, assign and delegate responsibility, and monitor the workflow of subordinates/ junior staff
Support junior staff or direct reports in order to execute their duties according to set policies and processes