Tax Manager | Group Tax | Corporate Services

ACCA Careers; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Tax Manager to join their Group Tax team. This role involves managing tax accounting implications, ensuring compliance with local laws, and providing advisory services across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in tax compliance and advisory, with a strong foundation in IFRS standards. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to work closely with various businesses and contribute to the automation of tax processes. If you are looking to make a significant impact in a progressive environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of tax accounting experience with IFRS exposure.
• At least 5 years in tax compliance or advisory.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax accounting implications of Pillar 2 and ensure compliance.
• Lead preparation of tax accounting position memos on complex transactions.

Skills

Tax Compliance

Tax Advisory

Project Management

Fluent in English

Organizational Skills

Presentation Skills

Education

Accounting Degree

ACCA or CPA Qualification

Job description

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions: automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. The group's entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enable it to grow and expand, responding to the changing needs of its customers within the societies in which it operates.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity, Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers every day.

We are currently seeking an experienced Tax professional to join our Group Tax team as a Tax Manager.

Overview of the Role

The Tax Manager will be responsible for ensuring proper accounting of the Group's taxes in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and assisting with other Group Tax activities such as tax provision reviews, tax accounting advisory, and related workstreams. The successful candidate will work closely with various businesses, service providers, and tax professionals.

What You Will Do

Pillar II

• Manage the tax accounting implications of Pillar 2, including Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (DMTT), ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Assess the impact of DMTT and Pillar 2 on tax liabilities, deferred tax assets/liabilities, and effective tax rate considerations, ensuring accurate reporting and IFRS alignment.

Corporate Tax Compliance

• Manage tax compliance to adhere to local tax laws.
• Implement the Al Futtaim Group's Tax Operating Model across all geographies.

Tax Accounting Advisory

• Lead preparation of tax accounting position memos, especially on complex transactions, restructurings, and M&As, considering current and deferred tax implications.
• Provide tax accounting advice on various transactions, aligned with standards like IAS 12.

Tax Accounting Readiness for New Standards

• Assist in determining tax implications of new IFRS standards before their adoption and help develop roadmaps for implementation.

Legislative Developments

• Monitor global tax and accounting developments affecting the Group.
• Review and assist with the Group's tax provisions and disclosures in financial statements.

Automation

• Support tax accounting system issues and automation initiatives.

Required Skills

• Accounting degree with qualifications like ACCA or CPA.
• Experience in tax compliance and advisory across multiple jurisdictions.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Strong project management, organizational, and presentation skills.

What Qualifies You for the Role

• 8-10 years of tax accounting experience with IFRS exposure.
• At least 5 years in tax compliance or advisory.
• Big 4 experience preferred; industry experience is a plus.

We encourage you to read the full job description carefully and prepare a personalized CV that highlights your suitability for this role. Our Talent Acquisition team is committed to providing a positive candidate experience and will review all applications thoroughly.