Compliance Tax Analyst
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17-04-2025
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Job Description
1. Job Purpose / Objective
To ensure all compliance and taxationrelated activities are managed effectively with a core focus on Value Added Tax (VAT) implementation and compliance. The role also supports direct and indirect taxation financial statement preparation audit coordination and internal control assessments.
2. Key Accountabilities
A. Compliance Activities
- Prepare financial statements in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Ensure consistent IFRS compliance across all reporting.
- Provide support for internal and external audits.
- Evaluate internal controls and conduct SOX testing.
- Review update and help maintain financerelated policies and procedures.
- Conduct and review account reconciliations.
- Assist the supervisor in computations reporting and analytical reviews.
B. Taxation Activities
- Oversee all direct and indirect tax compliance and reporting obligations.
- Keep abreast of changes in tax laws and ensure appropriate application across all areas.
- Prepare monthly income and deferred tax calculations.
- Handle the preparation and submission of annual income tax returns with supporting documentation.
- Manage transfer pricing deliverables including declarations and preparation of local and master files.
- Review payments and prepare Withholding Tax (WHT) returns and certificates.
- Coordinate contract reporting and manage tax retention filings.
- Administer and maintain the Dhareeba Tax Portal.
- Support tax assessments audits and respond to related queries.
C. Value Added Tax (VAT)
- Actively support and participate in the VAT implementation process across business units.
- Ensure accurate application of VAT on all taxable goods and services.
- Prepare and file monthly VAT returns with the General Tax Authority.
- Ensure timely and accurate input tax claims (including cash refunds).
- Maintain VAT records and prepare VAT reconciliations.
- Provide assistance in VAT audits and assessments ensuring all queries are addressed promptly.
- Review VAT clauses in contracts invoices and payment terms.
- Liaise with external tax consultants and provide inhouse VAT guidance.
- Compile and analyze VAT entries in Accounts Payable and Receivable.
- Generate monthly VAT reports and KPIs.
- Handle adhoc VATrelated tasks in response to updates in VAT laws.
3. Policies Systems and Process Improvement
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of tax and compliancerelated policies systems and procedures.
- Implement initiatives to enhance productivity and operational efficiency.
4. Quality Health Safety Security and Environment (QHSSE)
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and internal QHSSE standards.
- Promote a safe work environment and adherence to health and safety protocols.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
Education:
- Required: Bachelor s degree in Accounting Finance or Commerce.
- Preferred: Professional degree or certification in Accounting with a focus on Taxation.
Experience:
- Required:
- 3 5 years of experience in compliance and taxation
- Minimum 2 years at an analyst or professional level.
- Preferred:
- Experience in an internationally recognized audit firm (e.g. Big 4
- Or relevant industry experience in oil & gas or other largescale industries.
Certifications:
- Professional qualifications such as CA CPA or ACCA are highly desirable.
Technical Skills:
- SAP ERP: Advanced proficiency particularly in FICO module.
- Microsoft Office: Strong skills in Excel Word and PowerPoint.
Languages:
- Required: English Proficient
- Preferred: Arabic Working knowledge
Employment Type
Full Time
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