Manager Indirect Taxation

Job Title: Chartered Financial Analyst, Chartered Accountant

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Job Description/ Role

The candidate will be responsible for:

1. Good knowledge of the UAE VAT. Knowledge of VAT of other GCC member countries is desirable.
2. Knowledge of UAE Excise, Customs and/or other GCC countries is desirable.
3. Experienced in preparation and review of VAT returns for clients in diversified industries.
4. Providing necessary guidance to clients, especially in relation to VAT return filing, refunds, and responses to queries/audits by Tax Authorities.
5. Conducting VAT Health Check/Due Diligence.
6. Reviewing contracts, accounting systems, and procedures of clients on Indirect Tax implications.
7. Tax optimization and risk mitigation.
8. Handling multiple engagements and timely delivery without compromising on quality.
9. Quick learning to understand client’s business and interpreting VAT articles in the legislation to advise on tax positions.
10. Creating processes, flowcharts, and standard templates from a VAT perspective for providing services to clients.
11. Leading and assisting Director/Partner in client management for new and existing relationships.
12. Business development.
13. Providing guidance/training to team members and internal departments on Indirect Tax related matters.
14. Guiding and mentoring junior members of the team.

Desired Candidate Profile

Requirements:

1. Minimum of 8-10 years' experience with 4-5 years in the field of UAE VAT. Experience in handling Excise and Customs in UAE/GCC countries would be an added advantage.
2. Qualifications: ACA, ACCA, CPA, and CTA.
3. Understanding of working with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Navision, Sun System) and how to manage data efficiently is desirable.
4. Excellent English communication skills, both spoken and written.