Assistant Manager - Tax

Tax Compliance and Reporting Assist in the preparation and timely filing of corporate tax, VAT returns, and other tax filings to ensure compliance with local tax regulations. Review and analyse tax computations, ensuring accuracy and completeness of tax filings. Support the team in managing tax audits, providing necessary documentation, and responding to tax authority queries. Tax Planning and Strategy Assist in the development and execution of tax strategies aimed at minimizing the companys overall tax liabilities while ensuring compliance with applicable laws. Collaborate with senior management to evaluate the tax impact of business decisions and recommend tax-efficient structures and transactions. Research and stay updated on local and international tax legislation, identifying opportunities for tax optimization and risk management. VAT Compliance and Management Manage the preparation and timely filing of VAT returns, ensuring full compliance with VAT regulations. Monitor VAT-related transactions and assist in VAT audits, ensuring compliance with local laws and efficient handling of VAT refunds or claims. Provide guidance on VAT implications for different business activities, such as sales, purchases, imports, and exports. Transfer Pricing Assist in the implementation and monitoring of transfer pricing policies in accordance with local regulations and OECD. Support in the preparation of transfer pricing documentation and ensuring compliance with country-specific transfer pricing requirements. Tax Risk Management Assist in creating, maintaining, and regularly updating the Tax Risk Register, identifying, and mitigating potential tax risks within the business operations. Develop and monitor the effectiveness of internal controls to minimize tax risks, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and policies. Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure all identified tax risks are addressed proactively. Tax Memo Preparation Prepare Tax Memos to document the companys positions on specific tax matters, including tax planning strategies, tax risk assessments, and interpretations of complex tax laws. Provide tax technical support and guidance to accounts and business team by preparing well-supported Tax Memos on issues related to corporate tax, VAT, transfer pricing, and other tax matters. Tax Accounting Support the preparation of tax provisions for financial reporting, ensuring accurate and timely reflection of tax positions in financial statements. Assist in reconciling tax-related balances in the companys general ledger and ensuring alignment with tax filings. Liaison with Tax Authorities Act as a point of contact for tax authorities, supporting the resolution of queries or disputes in a timely and efficient manner. Assist with preparing and filing tax refunds and claims for tax exemptions. Tax Compliance for New Projects Provide tax-related guidance on new business initiatives, such as acquisitions, new store openings, and other strategic projects, ensuring that tax implications are fully considered in advance. Documentation and Record Keeping Ensure proper documentation of tax-related decisions and actions taken, maintaining an organized and comprehensive tax records system. Support the preparation of reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders on tax-related matters. Team Support and Development Assist the Tax Manager in coordinating the activities of the tax team, ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and on time. Provide training and support to junior team members on tax processes and compliance.

Desired Candidate Profile

5-8 years of experience in Corporate Tax and VAT. Strong knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, and Transfer Pricing. Experience in tax audits, tax accounting, and financial reporting. Knowledge of OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines. Experience in the retail industry is preferred. Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.