About VATAX Structured Tax Expertise And A Modern Digital Platform

Amer Shatnawi is recognized as one of the prominent tax and accounting consultants in the GCC region with more than 23 years of professional experience in Jordan, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain. Throughout his career, he has developed extensive expertise in various tax systems and in managing complex tax matters across multiple industries in the region.

Amer specializes in both direct and indirect taxation, including Value Added Tax (VAT), Excise Tax, Corporate Income Tax, Withholding Tax, and Real Estate Transaction Tax, in addition to advanced expertise in cross-border transactions and complex international tax matters.

He worked at the Jordanian Tax Authority, where he also served as an accredited lecturer in tax-related subjects. In addition, he has delivered professional training programs for specialized accounting and professional institutions in the fields of accounting and taxation. He has also held advisory and leadership positions, including serving as a Tax Advisory Manager and Consultant for major companies and business groups across Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain.

Amer has contributed to the development of tax compliance frameworks, tax risk management practices, and the implementation of modern tax regulations. He also supports decision-makers by providing specialized tax solutions that enhance financial and tax planning efficiency. In addition, he has a proven professional track record in managing successful tax audits and objections, while reducing additional financial liabilities for companies.

Amer has delivered more than 90 specialized training programs in accounting and taxation. He holds the VAT Specialist Certificate issued by the Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA), in addition to being the author of the book “Practical Accounting.” He has also participated in several regional and international professional conferences specialized in accounting and taxation, reflecting his ongoing commitment to professional development and knowledge transfer.

As the Founder and Managing Director of VATAX, Amer leads the company with a practical and business-oriented approach focused on delivering clear, structured, and actionable solutions that help companies navigate complex regulatory and tax environments with confidence and efficiency.

Amer Shatnawi is also the founder, innovator, and lead developer behind the VATAX Electronic Tax Services Platform. He led the transformation of traditional tax services into an integrated digital platform powered by automation and modern technologies, with the objective of simplifying tax procedures, enhancing compliance efficiency, and delivering a more flexible and effective experience for businesses and organizations.

Ali Musleh is an experienced indirect tax advisor with more than ten years of professional experience in Value Added Tax (VAT), Excise Tax, and Real Estate Transaction Tax. Supported by his accounting background, he possesses a comprehensive understanding of tax, financial, and compliance requirements across diverse business environments.

Throughout his career, Ali has provided advisory services to multinational corporations, regional groups, and leading companies across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the GCC region. He has supported businesses in efficiently navigating evolving tax regulations, strengthening regulatory compliance, and improving the efficiency of tax-related operations.

He has extensive experience in designing and implementing tax solutions, managing tax audits, assessing tax risks, and overseeing VAT refund projects for both resident and non-resident taxpayers. In addition, he supports companies in addressing tax challenges and developing practical solutions aligned with their operational objectives and business structures.

Ali is recognized for his ability to combine strong technical expertise with practical business insight, enabling him to deliver clear and effective solutions that help companies manage tax risks, enhance operational efficiency, and maintain sustainable compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

He is also known for his professional approach and client-focused mindset, with a strong commitment to delivering added value that helps businesses navigate evolving tax environments, strengthen operational stability, and support long-term growth.

Emad Abu Laila has over eight years of professional experience in tax compliance across the GCC region, specializing in the management of tax obligations, regulatory reporting, and tax audit processes, in addition to overseeing compliance requirements associated with evolving tax regulations. Throughout his career, he has supported major companies in ensuring compliance with tax laws and enhancing the efficiency of their compliance procedures.

Emad has managed a wide range of tax compliance engagements, including the preparation and review of tax returns, tax registration and deregistration procedures, VAT refund applications, compliance reviews, and tax reconciliations, as well as coordinating with tax authorities and fulfilling their regulatory requirements. His technical expertise and strong attention to detail have contributed to improving the accuracy of tax treatments and reducing compliance-related risks.

He has also led tax audit and examination engagements with various tax authorities and regulatory bodies, successfully closing cases with positive outcomes, including obtaining Tax Clearance Certificates and resolving assessments and settlements in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Emad is recognized for his practical and proactive approach to managing tax matters, supported by strong organizational skills and a consistent commitment to delivering professional services with high standards of quality and efficiency. He also plays an active role in helping companies address complex tax challenges and develop sustainable compliance frameworks that support business stability and strengthen regulatory readiness.

Ahmad Hilal is an SAP Functional Consultant specializing in Sales & Distribution (SD) and Production Planning (PP). He holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering and has extensive experience supporting and optimizing end-to-end business processes across manufacturing, distribution, and pharmaceutical industries. Ahmad has led and delivered SAP initiatives covering Order-to-Cash, Production Planning, business process improvement, system integrations, and user adoption, helping organizations streamline operations and achieve greater efficiency through technology.