Accounting Lead, Tax

القاهرة - مصر

الراتب شهرياً: لم يكشف

تاريخ النشر: نُشرت قبل 20 ساعة

عدد الوظائف الشاغرة: 1 عدد الوظائف الشاغرة

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ملخص الوظيفة

The Bel Group is a major player in the food industry through portions of dairy fruit and plant-based products and one of the world leaders in branded cheeses. Its portfolio of differentiated and internationally recognized brands includes The Laughing Cow Kiri Babybel Boursin Nurishh PomPotes and GoGo squeeZ as well as some 30 local brands. Together these brands helped the Group generate sales of 3.74 billion in 2024.

Do you want to join a company with strong brands that puts consumers and responsibility at the heart of the decision-making process Then Bel is made for you!

Are you bold pragmatic and determined Do you want to contribute to the transformation of an international agri-food company Them come join us and measure the impact of your talent and energy in realizing an ambitious and sustainable company project!

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Job Purpose:

The Accounting Lead Tax for Near & Middle East Cluster ensures the companys full compliance with local tax regulations and group tax policies while optimizing tax processes and minimizing risks. This pivotal role is responsible for aligning tax strategies with the companys long-term operational and sustainability objectives overseeing accurate tax reporting audit defense and risk management. The position also leads both direct and indirect tax compliance activities drives tax planning initiatives and utilizes strong analytical skills to enhance tax cash out forecasts and overall tax health.

Main Accountabilities:

Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing and submission of all tax returns and payments meeting corporate deadlines.

Prepare the end-to-end preparation and filing of all tax returns (Corporate Income Tax VAT Withholding Tax Payroll Tax Stamp Duty and other applicable taxes).

Manage the VAT process including refunds returns compliance and controls for export subsidies.
Audits and liaise with tax authorities and coordinate with external advisors and auditors to resolve queries and manage disputes.
Implement and control the E-Invoice system and ensure accurate reporting to relevant authorities.
Monitor and optimize tax planning identify tax-saving opportunities and ensure alignment with business strategies and policies.
Maintain robust compliance controls internal tax records audit documentation and support SOX requirements.
Advise stakeholders on tax matters review contracts for optimal tax structuring and provide guidance on new projects or expansions.
Prepare annual corporate income tax packages deferred tax calculations and ensure proper IFRS tax accounting and reporting.
Develop tax manuals and SOPs conduct training to enhance tax awareness and continuously improve tax processes for efficiency and compliance.
Prepare all the Export subsidies process controls the submission and collection

Qualifications & Experience:

58 years of professional experience in tax compliance preferably in multinational corporates or with a Big 4 firm.
Bachelors degree in accounting Finance or related field. Relevant tax or accounting certifications preferred (e.g. CTP CMA CPA).
Solid working knowledge of tax laws and practices in Egypt; familiarity with UAE and KSA tax regimes is a plus.
Experience managing relationships and correspondence with tax authorities particularly during audits/inspections
Proficient with MS Office (especially Excel); exposure to ERP and tax software tools (SAP) advantageous.
Strong knowledge of new tax law Egyptian GAAP CPM & IFRS
Fluency in English and Arabic required. French is a plus.

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