About The Role

The Statutory and Tax compliance role is responsible for statutory reporting, audit coordination, and tax compliance across multiple entities, ensuring full compliance with IFRS, local GAAP, and regulatory requirements in the Middle-east region.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and file statutory financial statements and tax returns (CIT/VAT)
Support statutory audits and tax authority reviews, acting as key liaison with auditors
Ensure compliance with local regulations, accounting standards, and internal controls
Perform tax and GAAP reconciliations (US GAAP to local GAAP)
Forecast tax liabilities and support cash flow planning
Collaborate with HQ finance, Corporate Tax, and global stakeholders and external service providers
Support business transitions, reorganisations, and ad hoc initiatives
Prepare board reporting and financial performance presentations
Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and cost control

Position Requirements

Maintain compliance with corporate policies, accounting standards, and regulatory obligations
Act as a key interface for auditors, tax authorities, and finance teams
Ensure timely completion of filings, audits, and reporting
Maintain accurate documentation and strong audit trails
Identify and implement control improvements and cost efficiencies

Required Skills, Qualifications And Experience

CPA/CA (or equivalent) with 7–10 years experience, including 5+ years in Big 4 audit (Middle East preferred)
Strong IFRS and local GAAP expertise
Experience managing complex audits, tax filings, and internal controls
Background in multinational, matrix organisations
Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP,)
Strong analytical, organisational, and multitasking skills
Advanced MS Office proficiency
Fluent in English and Arabic (Written and Oral)

Key Attributes

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to simplify complex issues and influence at all levels
Strategic, detail-oriented, and solution-focused
Proven ability to build effective relationships, and drive continuous improvement
Proactive, resourceful, and highly organised

Statutory and Tax Compliance Associate