Group Tax Specialist

Group Tax Specialist

Dubai

Up to AED 25,000 per month

Our client is expanding their team and is seeking a Group Tax Specialist with at least 4 years’ experience in this role. Knowledge and experience in UAE and GCC Tax Law is essential for this role. Please respect the criteria requirements and only apply if you meet these as you will not be considered if you do not, this role is not open to candidates who do not currently reside here.

Description:

  • Manage and implement tax compliance process for the group and subsidiaries, including preparing and reviewing tax returns (corporate, VAT, and other applicable taxes), ensuring accuracy, and adhering to all filing deadlines
  • Provisioning of tax disclosures and/or tax audit of disclosures liaising closely with the audit team
  • Manage the delivery of tax due diligence assignments, supporting the investment team on transactions
  • Developing and leading both tax-savings opportunities and tax solutions by working closely with multiple stakeholders
  • Ensure administration of tax audits (Corporate, VAT, and other applicable taxes)
  • Work closely with finance and other cross-functional teams to implement and improve end-to-end tax processes and procedures to mitigate risks
  • Offer support and guidance for tax compliance matters related to the formation of new legal entities, both domestically within UAE and internationally
  • Perform transfer pricing analysis and reporting and ensure 100% compliance with regulations
  • Provide advice on transfer pricing implications for new business initiatives and international expansions
  • Act as the primary point of contact for all tax audits, interaction and responses to tax departments and all other tax matters of the company
  • Maintain organized and up-to-date documentation supporting VAT and corporate tax filings
  • Ensure accurate and timely filing of VAT returns in compliance with local regulations
  • Tracking VAT refunds and liaise with Authorities to ensure timely refunds
  • Stay up to date with international tax laws on income, capital gains, withholding taxes, VAT/GST, transfer pricing, etc.
  • Prepare and review financial statements, tax provisions, and related disclosures to comply with accounting standards and reporting requirements.

Criteria:

  • 4-8 years relevant experience in the field of taxation
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field; advanced degree and/or CPA qualification preferred
  • Detail oriented
  • Education sector experience would be advantageous but not essential
  • Significant experience in dealing with cross-border and transfer pricing issues
  • Strong knowledge of financial, commercial, and tax laws and regulations across geographies, including UAE and GCC is essential
  • Experience working under tight deadlines with global teams
  • Experience in Big 4 will be an added advantage
  • Must currently reside in the UAE

Please respect the criteria requirements and only apply if you meet these as you will not be considered if you do not. We thank you for your application, however due to the high volume of candidate applications, we only accept online applications in the first instance. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted, however if you are not successful on this occasion, your CV will be stored on our database but to make sure you do not miss out keep checking our website, follow us on Twitter and follow our Sapphire Recruitment LinkedIn page.

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