Job Description

Job Purpose Senior Tax Analyst will be an integral part of the Corporate Tax Department in assisting Head of Tax on day-to-day compliance and (basic) advisory issues relating to VAT and other prevailing taxes in the UAE. Predominantly safeguarding the high standard of tax compliance by ensuring tax policies and processes are adhered to in accordance with local tax laws. Ensure tax returns are submitted on time and compliance standards maintained. Strategic Roles and Responsibilities · Assist Head of Tax in ensuring an efficient and effective Tax process flow in the organization.

Functional Roles and Responsibilities · Lead, coordinate and participate in preparation and submission of VAT/Tax returns (and equivalent) to the Head of Tax for timely review within the filing deadlines and in compliance with the local tax law · Carry out variance analysis of the VAT/Tax returns monthly - keeping up to date reports. · Ensure and safekeep records of all the returns submitted. · Assist Head of Tax in coordination with BU Finance teams to manage efficient tax processes ensuring compliance with local laws and accounting standards; review of VAT/Tax assessments, VAT/Tax payments, VAT/Tax refunds, audits, etc. · Interact with Business/ Finance department and other internal stakeholders to ensure GL account entries are in compliance with prevailing Tax laws · Keep up to date with new laws/ guidance and updates released by the Federal Tax Authority; determining the impact on compliance processes and relevant changes · Support Head of Tax in development & implementation of any new VAT/Tax principles released by the FT · Providing input from a compliance perspective into the development of company policies. · Support Head of Tax in managing tax audits and assist in the coordination of appeals/ reconsideration requests ensuring all data is compiled to support tax positions taken. · Optimize tax efficiencies in end to end processes · Liaise with IT teams (and other relevant stakeholders) to resolve process / compliance/ reporting issues · Cooperate with other functions and provide support by answering VAT/Tax related queries Education/Certification and Continued Education . Degree level - Bachelor in economics or accounting . Accounting skills - Qualified CA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA, equivalent Experience · 5 years' experience in accounting or similar function of which minimum 3 years in VAT/Tax function ideally within Middle East · Knowledge of UAE tax regulations is an advantage · Working knowledge and exposure to major ERPs, BI tools and advanced excel skills · Data analytics experience (working with large data) Schedule: Full-time Shift: Day Job