Group Senior Tax Manager

Agility; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Abu Dhabi seeks a Group Sr Tax Manager to oversee tax compliance and implement tax efficiencies. Responsibilities include managing the tax control framework, liaising with tax authorities, and providing strategic guidance. Candidates must have a relevant Bachelor's degree, a minimum of 7 years’ experience in tax, and strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to lead and manage a diverse team within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in a Big Four tax firm or as in-house tax professional.
• Experience working with senior management; skilled in people management.
• Experience liaising with tax authorities and government agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Group Tax control framework and daily tax affairs.
• Ensure compliance with corporate tax regulations including OECD Pillar 2.
• Develop and maintain the group's tax control framework.

Skills

Tax compliance

People management

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Tax, Economics, or Accounting

Formal tax qualification/membership from CTA, IFA, NOB, or similar

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Cognos

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary :

The Group Sr Tax Manager will :

a) oversee Agility’s tax compliance and new business projects, monitor new tax legislation, and implement tax efficiencies for the group, with a focus on UAE Corporate Tax and OECD Pillar 2, and

b) manage the tax control framework and day-to-day tax activities, acting as the main business point of contact for all tax matters for both internal and external stakeholders.

Your Responsibilities

• Manage the Group Tax control framework and daily tax affairs, including compliance, providing strategic guidance, technical expertise, and acting proactively as a business partner for both the corporate office and global businesses.
• Work on:
• Corporate tax compliance of the group,
• Implementation of OECD Pillar 2,
• Design and implement operational transfer pricing strategies,
• Develop and maintain the group's tax control framework,
• Prepare related documentation to ensure compliance,
• Prepare worldwide transfer pricing documentation, including master file, local files, and country-by-country reporting, and other requirements.
• Identify technical tax issues, perform research and analysis to support management decisions.
• Ensure appropriate tax advice is sought to identify risks and opportunities and to guide implementation steps.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and tax authorities.
• Provide tax provisions and forecasts to support decision-making.
• Pursue refunds, credits, and incentives as the company expands into new markets to maximize tax benefits.
• Collaborate closely with the corporate team: accounting, legal, FP&A, and local tax and finance teams.
• Stay updated on new legislation.

Requirements

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Tax, Economics, or Accounting.
• Preferred: Formal tax qualification/membership from CTA, IFA, NOB, or similar.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in a Big Four tax firm or as an in-house tax professional within an international organization.
• Experience working with senior management; skilled in people management and communication across functions and geographies, both remotely and in person.
• Experience liaising with tax authorities, government agencies, lawyers, and third-party service providers.

Your Proficiencies

• Strong finance/tax knowledge with IT skills in SAP, Oracle, Cognos, and MS Office.
• Proven ability to lead projects from start to finish.
• Analytical skills, attention to detail, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders.
• Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage virtual teams.