Job Description

As Senior Tax Accountant at our auditing firm, you will be responsible for overseeing the taxation teams operations, ensuring compliance with local and international tax regulations, and providing strategic tax advisory services to clients. You will lead a team of tax professionals and manage client engagements. Your position will report to Operations Manager.

Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Management:

Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of tax professionals, including tax associates and tax specialists, ensuring high performance, professional development, and adherence to company policies and standards. Allocate work assignments, set performance objectives, and conduct regular performance evaluations to drive productivity and foster a culture of excellence within the team.

Tax Compliance and Reporting:

Oversee the preparation and review of various tax returns, including corporate tax, VAT, and other regulatory filings, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with local and international tax laws and regulations. Monitor changes in tax legislation and regulations in the UAE and other relevant jurisdictions, assess their impact on clients, and implement necessary adjustments to ensure compliance and minimize tax risks.

Client Relationship Management:

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on tax-related matters, building and maintaining strong client relationships through effective communication, responsiveness, and proactive tax advice. Provide strategic tax planning and advisory services to clients, identifying opportunities for tax optimization, risk mitigation, and cost savings.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CA Inter, ACCA, or equivalent certification preferred. Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in taxation, with a focus on compliance, planning, and advisory services, preferably in a public accounting firm or professional services environment. In-depth knowledge of UAE tax laws, regulations, and procedures, as well as familiarity with international tax principles and best practices. Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with a track record of effectively managing teams and fostering client relationships. Proficiency in tax software applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant tools.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From AED5,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

* Do you have working experience here in UAE?