Tax Analyst

Role Overview

This position involves working closely with the Senior Tax Manager to deliver tax counsel to the group’s diverse business lines as they evolve across different regions. The role encompasses managing corporate tax, global tax issues, and transfer pricing compliance for operations spanning the UK, Middle East, and Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, review, and submission of regional direct tax compliance filings, including corporate tax returns, Country-by-Country (CbC) reports, and transfer pricing documentation as needed.
• Support the enforcement and adherence to the UAE electronic invoicing requirements by aiding with ERP data cleansing and conducting system testing.
• Contribute to handling international tax matters by analyzing cross-border transactions and ensuring compliance with withholding tax and VAT obligations.
• Extract and scrutinize pertinent financial data from accounting platforms like Oracle to guarantee precise tax reporting, working closely with internal teams to collect necessary financial data and documentation.
• Gain a thorough understanding of the group’s businesses to provide tax advice on an as-needed basis to different business units.
• Assist with communications and information requests involving external auditors, tax consultants, and tax authorities.

Required Qualifications and Attributes

• University degree or equivalent in Tax, Finance, or Accounting, with preference given to candidates holding professional qualifications such as CPA or CA.
• At least two years of relevant professional experience in tax roles within large multinational corporations, accounting firms, or legal practices.
• Sound knowledge and proven experience with general tax regulations including corporate taxation, VAT, withholding tax, transfer pricing, and tax accounting principles.
• Familiarity with financial and accounting standards such as IFRS is advantageous, as is experience with Oracle systems.
• Meticulous attention to detail and high accuracy standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to effectively liaise with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to stay informed about developments in the tax environment.