Tax Manager

ENGIE group is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. Together with our 96,000 employees, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally friendly solutions. Inspired by our purpose (\xe2\x80\x9craison d\'\xc3\xaatre\xe2\x80\x9d), we reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers.

ENGIE\'s Business Unit for the Asia Middle East and Africa (AMEA) region is headquartered in Dubai. The region has activities in large scale power generation, water desalination, district cooling, energy solutions and renewables including green hydrogen, wind and solar. We act throughout the value chain: strategy, design, engineering, energy-efficient asset construction, digital platforms, operations management, financing syndication and outcome assurance. And, by using globally leading technologies, we create innovative energy and smart solutions that help to make the world a better place.

Reporting line

• The Tax Manager will report to Head of Tax Middle East, Africa and India

Purpose of the Job:

Specific responsibility for the following activities within the GCC, Pakistan, India and Africa perimeter of Engie AMEA (\xe2\x80\x9cEngie MEA&I\xe2\x80\x9d):

• Manage all tax issues and risks relating to Engie MEA&I
• Manage transfer pricing issues across ENGIE MEA&I. This includes assisting local entities to comply with reporting requirements, managing advisors, maintaining records of all documents, liaising with Paris TP team, assisting with TP audits and ensuring TP processes as compliant with INCOME
• Monitor ESR, CbCR and other BEPS requirements in all countries ensuring the Group complies with all reporting obligations
• Primary contact for VAT issues in MEA&I
• Jointly with Head of Tax MEA&I, analyse the effect of Pillar 2 on MEA&I and prepare a strategy for implementation
• Jointly with Head of Tax MEA&I, assist in the implementation of UAE CIT and any other new taxes withing MEA&I
• Assisting the Head of Tax MEA&I with following activities within Engie MEA&I:

• Tax support for acquisitions / developments / divestments, including design of tax efficient structures, review of tax assumptions in AIFA models, highlighting key risks and opportunities from M&A / BD activities;
• Advise on internal group restructurings, group financing and other projects
• Negotiating relevant tax aspects of BD / M&A transactions with 3rd parties and partners - tax warranties and indemnities etc.
• Providing subject matter expertise in respect of all direct and indirect taxes; co-ordination of tax issues and liaison with tax accounting teams;
• Monitor development of all taxation matters and ensure new regulations are adequately communicated where necessary;
• Assist local accounting teams on tax compliance issues, filing obligations and tax audits / appeals
• Ensure proper processes and documentation are in place for ENGIE MEA&I and proper communication with ENGIE Group tax department;
• Provide guidance and supervision to non tax staff members to ensure that GBUs, Engie AMEA and Group tax objectives are met;
• Establish and maintain relationships with leading professional tax advisers to manage relevant risks while managing adviser\'s costs incurred by ENGIE MEA&I.

Knowledge and skills

• Experience with a variety of tax issues, especially regarding major capital projects including; international financing, indirect taxes on EPC contracts, project financing, tax depreciation, deferred tax, tax accounting, tax withholding requirements, and double tax treaties. The role requires a good working knowledge of these tax issues but significant internal and external technical support in these areas is available.

• Experience advising and implementing complex structures with the practical skills necessary to avoid pitfalls associated with these projects.

• Experience of managing projects and dealing with different teams across disciplines. An ability to think practically rather than in a purely technical way is essential.

• Experience of handling tax enquiries and tax audits.

• Experience of providing tax advice in M&A situations and ad hoc group restructuring projects; experience of accounting, treasury and company law issues affecting transactions (broad understanding rather than technical specialism)

Experience

• Min 7 years Big 4 tax or tax experience in an external Law firm required.

• Industry experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Accountancy qualified.

• Corporate tax experience within a Big 4/Law Firm.

Behavioral Capabilities

- Proactive and happy to take the lead to ensure things get done.

- Communicate well and be assertive when required to ensure tax aspects are understood/accepted.

- Work well with numerous teams within a large complex multinational group.

- Whilst technical details are important must have the ability to communicate with non-tax specialists.

- Problem solver.

- Strong Interpersonal skills.

- Strong attention to detail.

Location

• Dubai HQ.

Field: Group Tax/Finance

Job Level: Without management

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: Full-time

Primary Location: UAE

Business Unit: T&G

Division: T&G AMEA - Regional Hub

Legal Entity: INTERNATIONAL POWER S.A., DUBAI BRANCH

Contract Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full - Time

Professional Experience: Skilled ( >3 experience

Education Level: Bachelor\'s Degree

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