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Job Purpose:
Responsible for centralizing tax compliance process across multiple jurisdictions, with a primary focus on indirect taxes (VAT/GST/Sales Tax) and working knowledge of Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, and Withholding Tax. The role ensures timely and accurate tax reporting, supports audits, drives automation, and advises on cross-border tax matters.
Key Responsibilities:
Review monthly tax returns across multiple countries to ensure accuracy and compliance with local regulations.
Support local teams during tax audits by preparing documentation and managing queries from tax authorities.
Validate input VAT recovery by reviewing sample purchase invoices.
Ensure timely and accurate VAT return filings for all relevant jurisdictions.
Enhance financial systems to centralize tax-relevant data for efficient reporting.
Support automation projects to improve VAT compliance and review processes.
Monitor regulatory changes across the Middle East and implement necessary compliance measures.
Act as the primary liaison with tax authorities during audits and inquiries.
Prepare regular tax dashboards and updates for
senior management
.
Conduct VAT and tax compliance training sessions for internal teams.
Help with VAT litigation and reconcile VAT numbers reported in financial statements.
Assist group-level tax advisory and strategic
tax planning
.
Supervise external tax advisors, ensuring quality and accuracy in their compliance and advisory outputs.
Preferred experience in supporting Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) and Withholding Tax (WHT) returns.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields.
Professional qualifications such as CA, ACCA, CPA, or CFA (preferred but not mandatory).
Skills & Experience:
3–5 years of tax compliance and advisory experience with a regional focus on the Middle East.
Deep understanding of international VAT regulations and their operational impact.
Proven expertise in managing tax audits and assessments.
Strong
communication
and stakeholder management abilities.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
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Title: Tax Accountant
Company: Americana Restaurants International
Location: Sharjah, UAE
Category: Finance & Banking (Tax Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Tax Manager)
