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Blog The Role of Tax in Driving Saudi Arabia’s Non-Oil Economy: Unlocking Opportunities in Emerging Sectors

In recent years, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has embarked on a transformative journey to diversify its economy, reducing its dependence on oil revenues. With Vision 2030 as a guiding framework, the nation actively explores opportunities across various non-oil sectors, such as technology, tourism, and logistics. Tax policies and incentives are central to this ambitious agenda, and they are increasingly seen as pivotal tools for stimulating growth and attracting investment in these emerging sectors. This article examines how the Kingdom's tax landscape is evolving to support its non-oil economy and unlock opportunities for domestic and foreign investors.

| 4 min read | 08 Nov 2024

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We have the scope, depth, and global reach to serve businesses who are positioned to thrive in Saudi Arabia. Our team provide you with assurance services that...

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Zakat and Tax

Our experienced tax team not only support core compliance but are at the leading edge of transformation and operational resilience in respect of the tax...

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Financial services

Optimism is slowly returning to the global economy, but the financial services industry needs to regain the trust of public and private bodies. To succeed,...

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Real estate & construction

While the impact of the prolonged downturn continues to be felt, pockets of opportunity and optimism have emerged within the retail estate and construction...

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Technology, media & telecommunications

Rapid change and complexity are norms, and innovation the fuel in the technology industry. Today’s revolutions – including cloud, as-a-service, social media...

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Imad is a leader in Assurance and Tax. He also led several major advisory assignments in business consulting and contributed to the development of the firm since he joined.

He has over 16 years of experience serving clients in the international business community - from medium to large, privately held and listed multinational companies, based in the USA, Canada, UAE, Jordan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - assisting them across different service lines within Assurance and Business Consulting, including IFRS conversions, process improvements, financial management, data analysis; and pre/post implementation testing for SAP.

His experience covers a wide range of industries including Oil & Gas, Telecommunications, Hospitality, Energy, Manufacturing and Pharmaceuticals.

Imad was a key attribute towards the firm’s award nomination and win of the Best in Corporate Finance - Saudi Arabia & Recognised Leader in Risk Management Services - Saudi Arabia at the prestigious AI M&A awards.

Prior to joining Grant Thornton, Imad was a Managing Director at SineTheta, providing consulting solutions in commodity trade advisory. Prior to that he was the Group Regional Director of Finance & Administration at AmCan International Group headquartered in Canada with regional offices in USA, Canada and GCC. Imad has also worked with EY in Jordan and Deloitte in the UAE. At EY he was selected to be part of the European Commission Audit team in Belgium.

Qualifications

CPA - Certified Public Accountant (New York, USA)
FCPA - Association of Certified Public Accountants International (UK)
MBA Canisius College (New York, USA)
BA Accounting St. Mary University (Canada)

Latest Articles

Blog The journey to a sustainable future: Why the world needs a sustainable mid-market

When it comes to sustainable business, much is known and written about the world’s largest corporations given their obligations for reporting and transparency. However, the progress and actions of mid-market companies – the driving force of the global economy – have been largely ignored and unexplored.

Imad Adileh

| 2 min read | 28 Oct 2024

Blog Unveiling the Latest Updates in Saudi Arabia's Financial Landscape

As the financial landscape continually evolves, CFOs in Saudi Arabia face the crucial task of staying abreast of the latest financial and regulatory updates. Several significant changes have occurred over the past six months, demanding finance leaders' attention and strategic planning. We highlight the key updates CFOs need to be aware of and consider ensuring compliance and optimising their organisations’ financial strategies.

Imad Adileh

| 2 min read | 22 Apr 2024

Blog Unleashing the Power of PDPL with CFOs at the Helm

The Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) has emerged as crucial legislation worldwide, aiming to safeguard individuals’ data in an increasingly digitalised era. The PDPL was enacted in Saudi Arabia to establish a legal framework for protecting personal data. The law applies to the public and private sectors and imposes obligations on organisations handling personal data. It aligns with international standards and best practices, ensuring the privacy and security of individual personal information.

Imad Adileh

| 4 min read | 17 May 2023

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