Primary Roles and Responsibilities:
Tax returns & compliance
- Prepare and submit monthly and annual tax returns (such as Value Added Tax, Zakat, and other applicable taxes).
- Review financial transactions to determine taxability or exemption according to the law.
- Ensure tax returns are filed on time and in accordance with the requirements of the relevant tax authority.
Tax analysis & documentation
- Analyze and document tax-related transactions.
- Review contracts and invoices from a tax perspective to identify financial impact and ensure accuracy.
- Prepare and maintain schedules and supporting documents required for audits and internal records in an organized manner.
ERP & data accuracy
- Verify the accuracy of tax-related data entries in the ERP system.
- Ensure proper posting and classification of tax transactions.
Liaison & follow-up
- Coordinate and follow up with tax authorities and external advisors as required.
- Respond to tax inquiries and follow up on requests from regulatory bodies.
Support for audits and inspections
- Prepare required documents and reports in case of an audit by the tax authority or other relevant parties.
- Address audit findings and recommendations arising from tax audits, coordinating corrective actions with internal stakeholders.
Consulting & external advisors
- Provide tax advisory support internally and liaise with external tax consultants when needed; review their reports and recommendations.
Required Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, with at least two years of experience.
- Knowledge of tax regulations and tax systems (such as VAT, Zakat, Excise Tax).
- Preferably holding a professional tax-related certificate (e.g., VAT Specialist or equivalent).
Required Years of Experience:
- 34 years of experience in the same field.
