Middle East Tax Manager

WorleyParsons Arabia Limited Co; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Middle East is seeking a Tax Specialist to enhance its regional tax framework. The role involves collaboration with finance teams and external advisors to ensure compliance with tax regulations across various Middle Eastern countries. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in tax accounting or law, along with practical experience in tax reporting and compliance. A hybrid work model is available, requiring some presence in the Abu Dhabi office.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing CIT, VAT & WHT reporting.
• Experience in an international environment with a Big 4.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a regional tax control framework.
• Manage tax compliance and audits for Middle Eastern entities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Proactivity

Education

Master's degree in tax accounting

Master's degree in tax law

Tools

Tax & Finance technology

Job description

• Bolster the global tax team s Middle Eastern presence, supporting Worley projects and locations in a/o Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

Job Responsibilities

• Support developing and maintaining a regional tax control framework for our Middle Eastern entities.
• Work closely with regional and location finance teams, external tax advisors and other stakeholders in the region in relation to tax compliance, tax audit management and the six-monthly tax effect accounting process.
• Partner with regional operational teams on project related tax advisory matters.

Job Specific Knowledge / Experience (Essential)

• Proven practical experience in managing CIT, VAT & WHT reporting and compliance in the Middle East.
• Monitor developments in Middle Eastern direct, indirect and international tax legislation and administration and take appropriate action in respect of developments that may impact Worley.
• Tax & Finance technology experience or affiliation is an asset.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills whereby the ability to read the Arabic language is a plus
• Strong team player. Mature, proactive, resourceful and hands-on with good initiatives

Where would we put these items?

• This role is preferably based in Worley s Abu Dhabi s offices although other GCC locations may be discussed.
• A hybrid work model can be discussed although candidates applying must be willing and able to have presence in Worley s office in coordination with department and business needs.
• Reporting into an experienced EMEA Tax Director.

Qualifications

• Master s degree in tax accounting, tax law or related field.
• Relevant years of experience in an international environment with a Big 4 and/or in the tax department of an international company.

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