About the Role

The Statutory and Tax compliance role is responsible for statutory reporting, audit coordination, and tax compliance across multiple entities, ensuring full compliance with IFRS, local GAAP, and regulatory requirements in the Middle-east region.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and file statutory financial statements and tax returns (CIT/VAT)
Support statutory audits and tax authority reviews, acting as key liaison with auditors
Ensure compliance with local regulations, accounting standards, and internal controls
Perform tax and GAAP reconciliations (US GAAP to local GAAP)
Forecast tax liabilities and support cash flow planning
Collaborate with HQ finance, Corporate Tax, and global stakeholders and external service providers
Support business transitions, reorganisations, and ad hoc initiatives
Prepare board reporting and financial performance presentations
Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and cost control

Position Requirements

Maintain compliance with corporate policies, accounting standards, and regulatory obligations
Act as a key interface for auditors, tax authorities, and finance teams
Ensure timely completion of filings, audits, and reporting
Maintain accurate documentation and strong audit trails
Identify and implement control improvements and cost efficiencies

Required skills, qualifications and experience

7–10 years experience, including 5+ years in Big 4 audit (Middle East preferred)
Strong IFRS and local GAAP expertise
Experience managing complex audits, tax filings, and internal controls
Background in multinational, matrix organisations
Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP,)
Strong analytical, organisational, and multitasking skills
Advanced MS Office proficiency
Fluent in English and Arabic (Written and Oral)

Key Attributes

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to simplify complex issues and influence at all levels
Strategic, detail-oriented, and solution-focused
Proven ability to build effective relationships, and drive continuous improvement
Proactive, resourceful, and highly organised

Business Environment

Lockheed Martin's International Corporate and Enterprise Business Services (EBS) units, consists of Business Development, IT Services, Payroll, ESH, HR and Finance functions that support the business across the whole of the EMEA region. With employees located throughout the UK, Europe and Middle East, LM Corporate and EBS provide EMEA wide support to all the LM International business areas.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [HIDDEN TEXT].

Statutory and Tax Compliance Associate