Group Tax Manager

Job Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Group Tax Manager to oversee the group’s direct tax matters. This role is primarily responsible for corporate income tax compliance in Qatar including State and QFC entities, withholding tax management, contract reporting, and responding to tax authority inquiries. The position also provides oversight for direct tax compliance across the region, including UAE, Oman, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. Additionally, the role manages transfer pricing policies, Country-by-Country Reporting, and leads corporate tax provisioning and OECD Pillar Two compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage preparation and review of annual corporate income tax returns for Qatar State and QFC entities, ensuring compliance with Qatar General Tax Authority and QFC Tax Department filings.
• Oversee monthly withholding tax returns and payments, advise on withholding tax applicability, including treaty relief and specific transaction considerations.
• Coordinate other Qatar tax obligations such as contract reporting and Tax Residency Certificate applications for withholding tax relief abroad.
• Stay updated on changes in Qatar’s tax legislation and guidance to assess effects on the group.
• Lead responses to tax authority inquiries and audits, preparing detailed technical documentation and managing objections or appeals.
• Supervise regional compliance for group entities in GCC countries, reviewing local tax filings and monitoring emerging tax legislations like domestic minimum top-up taxes.
• Advise on tax implications for new subsidiaries, investments, restructurings, and branches within the region.
• Direct preparation and review of quarterly and annual tax provisions under IAS 12, including current tax, deferred tax, uncertain tax positions (IFRIC 23), and tax rate reconciliations.
• Lead Pillar Two top-up tax provisioning process and prepare disclosures relating to international tax rules and compliance.
• Support OECD Pillar Two compliance, coordinate data collection, and assist with GloBE calculations and related tax returns alongside external advisors.
• Manage transfer pricing documentation, annual updates, and benchmarking, and oversee preparation of Country-by-Country Reports and notifications for relevant jurisdictions.
• Provide expert direct tax advice on business transactions, structures, and contracts, prepare tax memos, and maintain internal tax risk registers and compliance calendars.
• Manage relationships with external tax consultants and auditors, supervise the Tax Officer’s work, and support senior management reporting and special projects.
• Offer indirect tax support when necessary, particularly on VAT issues.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or a related discipline.
• Mandatory professional certification such as ACCA, CA, CPA, or CTA; ADIT or equivalent international tax qualification preferred.
• Minimum 7 years, up to 10 years of tax experience, including roles at Big Four firms or multinational corporations.
• In-depth knowledge of Qatar corporate income tax, withholding tax requirements, and GCC tax regulations.
• Hands-on experience with IAS 12 tax accounting, transfer pricing compliance, and Country-by-Country Reporting.
• Practical understanding of OECD Pillar Two (GloBE) tax rules strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise managing tax authority inquiries and audits, with sound technical judgment and clear communication.
• Experience in financial services or insurance sectors is an asset.
• Ability to work independently, proactively identify challenges, and manage multiple deadlines with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with ERP and tax technology platforms advantageous.
• Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language skills are highly desirable.