Job Description

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Job Req Number: 101951

Time Type: Full Time





DSV is truly a global player offering services worldwide and operating in more than 90 countries and over 160,000 employees, we thrive within an international network of partners and agents. Every day, we aim to open many opportunities for you to develop your career on an international scale, promoting Customers First, Best performance & True Collaboration - we are One DSV!





To manage and facilitate the accurate preparation and filing of company's tax forms. To be a team player who creates and implements tax plans and works with the accounting and leadership teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and potential areas of risk. To ensure compliance with government tax law through a series of systems and system controls that are designed to ensure accurate, timely reporting. To monitor current and implementing changes to tax regulation and make the appropriate updates to policies and strategies.

Reporting Line:

Reports to : Senior Manager, Finance, Air & Sea, Dubai & Iraq



Role : Individual Contributor



Direct subordinates : None

Responsibilities:

Tax Compliance:

Facilitate and manage the preparation and review of company tax returns, ensuring accurate and timely filing of all tax forms. Oversee the accurate and timely filing of corporate income tax, VAT/GST, and other indirect taxes across multiple jurisdictions. Ensure accurate, timely filing of consolidated local direct and indirect tax returns and other business-related filings. Monitor local, state, and international tax laws, ensuring compliance and minimizing tax liabilities. Manage the preparation and review of tax returns, including ensuring proper documentation and reporting.



Tax Strategy and Planning:

Develop and implement tax strategies that align with business objectives and optimize tax savings. Analyze and provide tax planning recommendations for new business initiatives and projects. Evaluate potential tax risks and devise strategies for mitigation. Develop and implement strategic tax planning for all necessary governmental taxes. Plan for and develop the overall return calendar and coordinate timing and inputs with tax authorities.



Tax Administration and compliance

Prepare tax reports and provide data-driven insights to management. Review tax returns and quarterly/yearly tax projections. Analyze financial data to identify tax-saving opportunities and optimize tax positions. Manage the process of tax registrations and deregistration, ensuring accurate and timely submission of relevant documentation to tax authorities such as the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). Apply for tax refunds including VAT refunds, tax credits, and other applicable rebates, ensuring timely follow-up until receipt of funds. Handle all documentation related to tax registration/deregistration processes, maintaining comprehensive and up-to-date records in accordance with FTA requirements. Coordinate with tax authorities for obtaining tax residency certificates and other necessary confirmations for business operations in the UAE. Track tax filing deadlines, renewal dates for tax registrations, and deregistration timelines, ensuring timely compliance and avoiding penalties. Assist in maintaining accurate records of tax payments, refunds, and adjustments in the accounting system. Liaise with external consultants for specialized tax matters, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete before submission to tax authorities. Main point of contact for the Global Tax team for all business taxes and transfer pricing, including, but not limited to, preparation of the annual corporation tax provisions and true up , etc



Process Improvement:

Find and implement opportunities for process improvement in company tax procedures. Maintain effective control procedures over all aspects of the tax process.



Transfer Pricing:

Develop and implement transfer pricing policies to comply with international tax regulations. Prepare and maintain transfer pricing documentation and conduct transfer pricing analysis.



Audit Management:

Coordinate and manage tax audits, liaising with tax authorities and external auditors. Manage, attend, and facilitate direct and indirect tax audits/investigations from tax authorities: preparing all necessary documentation and responses, creating schedules, etc., until the investigation is closed. Prepare and present tax audit findings to senior management, addressing any issues effectively.



Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate with finance, operations, and legal teams to ensure accurate tax reporting and compliance. Provide guidance on the tax implications of supply chain and logistics transactions.



Legislative Monitoring:

Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law developments, communicate the effects of these developments to management, and create strategies to capitalize on changes to taxation legislation.



Staff Management and Development:

Mentor the finance team in providing training and professional development for tax related. Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Communication:

Internal

- Commercial and Key account teams, DSV network offices, Operations and customs team, finance, and Management teams

External

- Existing and Target Customers

Qualifications & Characteristics:

Bachelor's degree in Finance A minimum of 8 years work experience within tax and finance role and least 4 years of experience in a management role. Extensive individual/corporate/partnership tax knowledge Strong accounting, analytical, and research skills. Strong knowledge of tax rules, compliance and procedures for corporations. Strong experience with a variety of tax operations and ability to drive process improvements. Strong ability to utilize project management and accounting best practices to organize and prioritize tasks Ability to work well independently as well as the ability to work well with stakeholders and communicate the benefits of tax initiatives. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Knowledgeable of markets & competitors, and about Industry trends & challenges Business Acumen (understands principles and fundamentals of finance and profitability)

DSV - Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.


As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let's grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.


With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers' needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.


At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don't just work - we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company - this is the place to be.

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