Head of International Taxation - Dubai

Antal International Network; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to lead international tax strategies. This role involves optimizing the organization’s global tax position, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic insights to senior management. You will collaborate with various internal teams and external advisors to navigate complex tax regulations while fostering innovation in tax planning. If you're passionate about international taxation and have a proven track record in a multi-cultural environment, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in international taxation or related roles.
• Strong background in tax compliance and strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Optimize global tax position and ensure compliance with laws.
• Advise on structuring of cross-border transactions for tax efficiency.

Skills

International Taxation

Tax Compliance

Strategic Decision-making

Cross-functional Collaboration

Risk Mitigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Professional Finance certification (ACCA / CIMA)

Job description

• Optimize the organization's global tax position by developing and implementing strategies that maximize tax efficiency while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Drive Strategic Decision-making : Provide guidance and insights to senior management and other stakeholders regarding the tax implications of international business activities, assessing the tax impact of various options and recommending tax-efficient structures and strategies.
• Foster Cross-functional Collaboration : Collaborate with various internal stakeholders, such as finance, legal, and business units, to integrate tax considerations into business operations, transactions, and contracts.
• Stay Informed and Innovate : Keep abreast of changes in international tax laws, regulations, and best practices, driving innovation in tax planning and compliance.
• Mitigate Tax Risks : Identify and assess potential tax risks associated with the organization's global operations and transactions, developing strategies to minimize these risks.
• Build and maintain relationships with external tax advisors, tax authorities, and other relevant external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external advisors to manage international tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities.
• Communicate tax strategies, risks, and opportunities to senior management and other relevant stakeholders.
• Advise on structuring of cross-border transactions and business operations to optimize tax efficiency.
• Represent the organization's interests in tax-related discussions and negotiations.
• Develop and implement an effective international tax strategy aligned with the organization's goals and objectives.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of all required international tax filings, including tax returns, reports, and disclosures.
• Uphold high ethical standards and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and manage a team of international tax professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Ensure effective resource allocation and workload management to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work.

Job Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Professional Finance certification (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent).
• Minimum of 10 years of extensive experience in international taxation or related role (e.g., Taxation Manager), preferably in a diverse / multi-cultural business industry.
• The candidate must be a current resident of Dubai and have valid residency status.

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