Job Description

Senior Tax Accountant

Job Responsibilities:

1. Tax Planning and Optimization:

A. Develop and implement comprehensive tax planning strategies to maximize tax efficiency and minimize overall tax burden.

B. Evaluate the company's tax liabilities in the UAE and other international markets, providing effective tax optimization recommendations.

2. VAT Management:

A. Manage the company's VAT affairs in the UAE and other applicable regions, including VAT registration, accounting, filing, and reclaiming.

B. Ensure that all transactions comply with UAE VAT regulations and oversee the issuance and validation of VAT invoices.

3. Tax Filing and Compliance:

A. Prepare and submit all relevant tax returns, including VAT, withholding tax, corporate income tax (where applicable), ensuring timely and accurate tax compliance.

B. Monitor the company's tax activities to ensure all business operations comply with UAE and other relevant jurisdictional tax laws.

C. Can prepare audit reports.

4. International Tax Affairs:

A. Handle international tax matters in cross-border business operations, ensuring compliance with international tax treaties and transfer pricing regulations.

B. Collaborate with international tax advisors to develop and implement tax strategies for the company's global operations, managing cross-border tax risks.

5. Tax Audit and Coordination:

A. Assist with tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities by providing required financial data and supporting documents, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance during tax reviews.

B. Manage communications with UAE tax authorities, resolving tax disputes and safeguarding the company's legal rights.

6. Tax Risk Management:

A. Identify potential tax risks in the company's business activities and develop and implement risk management plans to mitigate these risks.

B. Regularly review and update the company's tax policies to ensure alignment with the latest tax laws and regulations.

7. Financial Reporting and Tax Forecasting:

A. Prepare and present regular reports on the company's tax liabilities, providing tax analysis and recommendations to the management team.

B. Forecast future tax liabilities, assess the impact of tax policy changes on the company, and propose strategies to address them.

8. Employee Training and Support:

A. Provide tax training to relevant departments, ensuring employees are informed and compliant with the company's tax policies and procedures.

B. Offer daily tax support to the finance team, answering tax-related queries and guiding the handling of complex tax issues.

Job Requirements:

1. Education and Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; CPA, CTA, or equivalent international tax certification preferred.

2. Work Experience:

A. At least 7 years of experience in tax accounting, including experience working in the UAE or the Gulf region.

B. Proven 3 year experience in managing VAT, international tax matters, and cross-border transactions.

3. Tax Knowledge:

A. In-depth knowledge of UAE VAT regulations and other relevant tax laws.

B. Understanding of international tax, transfer pricing, and double taxation treaties.

4. Technical Skills:

A. Proficient in accounting software and tax management tools, with strong Excel and financial analysis skills.

B. Ability to handle complex data sets and translate them into meaningful tax analysis and reports.

5. Language Skills:

A. Fluent in English; proficiency in Arabic is an advantage.

B. Ability to effectively communicate with internal teams and external tax advisors, as well as tax authorities.

6. Personal Attributes:

A. Strong sense of responsibility and professional ethics, capable of working independently under high pressure.

B. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with great attention to detail and the ability to manage complex tax issues.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month

Experience:

• VAT: 5 years (Required)

Location:

• Dubai International City (Required)