Tax Manager
Randstad Middle East
Dubai – UAE
Ref: KP622-1518

The Role

My client, a market leading company is currently recruiting a Tax Manager to join the team in Dubai, UAE.
The position requires a qualified CA, ACCA or CPA Tax Manager who has an excellent knowledge of tax strategy and planning, research, compliance, filing and tax audits. The role will involve liaising with external tax advisors across the MENA region and manage a small team based in Dubai.

Key responsibilities include:
Overseeing the preparation, completion, review and submission of income tax, VAT (and equivalent) and Withholding tax returns within the filing deadlines and in compliance with the local tax law;
Coordination with Regional Finance teams to develop efficient corporate income tax processes ensuring compliance with local laws and accounting standards;
Managing tax audits and coordinating appeals ensuring all data is compiled to support tax positions taken;
Management of transfer pricing tax planning and related documentation including review of inter-company agreements and liaison with the Legal department for revisions when applicable;
Preparation and update of tax positions, advising on tax provisions and related accounting matters (including tax forecasting & budgeting);
International tax structuring and planning (when applicable);
Advising on cross border transactions and related double tax treaties;
Researching and drafting various tax technical positions for the group’s Senior Management team, Shareholders and external auditors;
Tax Advisory liaison with the business to keep them informed of tax issues and legislative changes, providing advice on the tax implications of transactions and reviewing terms and conditions in contracts and other agreements to ensure tax efficient operations;
Determining the tax compliance implications and strategic considerations associated with various business initiatives/proposals such as M&A projects;
Providing input from a taxation perspective into company policies which are being developed.

Requirements
The candidate must have the below points to be suitable for the role:
5 Years International tax experience, preferably in a similar role;
Strong international tax technical and accounting skills in GCC, Egypt and North Africa.
Fluent English and Arabic skills (written & spoken);
Experience with a Big 4 firm, law firm, or large corporate tax department of a multinational company.