Group Senior Tax Manager

Agility; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Tax Manager to oversee tax compliance and strategic initiatives. This role involves managing the tax control framework, ensuring compliance with UAE Corporate Tax, and implementing OECD Pillar 2. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tax economics or accounting, with a minimum of 7 years of experience in a Big Four Tax firm or as an in-house tax professional. You will collaborate with various stakeholders, including external tax advisors and Tax Authorities, to optimize tax strategies and maximize benefits as the company expands into new markets. If you are a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in tax compliance and management.
• Formal tax qualification preferred for strategic tax roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax compliance and control framework for the group.
• Provide strategic direction and technical guidance on tax matters.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Tax Compliance

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Tax Economics / Accounting

Formal tax qualification / membership (CTA, IFA, NOB)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Cognos

MS Office

Job description

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

b) manage the tax control framework and day-to-day tax activities and act 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 day-to-day Tax affairs, including the group’s tax compliance, providing strategic direction, technical guidance, and acting proactively as the Business Partner for both Agility Corporate office and Agility’s global Businesses.
• You will be working on :
• the group's Corporate tax Compliance,
• the implementation of the OECD Pillar 2,
• designing and implementing Operational Transfer Pricing optimizations,
• designing and implementing the Groups tax control framework,
• related documents to ensure compliance,
• the preparation of worldwide transfer pricing documentation, including master file, local files, and country by country reporting, and any other requirements.
• Recognize technical tax issues, perform research and analysis to support management decision-making.
• Ensure appropriate tax advice is sought to identify risks, opportunities, and steps for implementation.
• Partner and manage the relationship with external tax advisors and Tax Authorities.
• Responsible to provide tax provisions and forecasts to facilitate the decision-making process.
• Pursues refunds, credits and incentives as the company moves into new markets or new locations to maximize tax benefits to the company.
• Works closely with the Corporate Team : Accounting, Legal, FP&A and the local Tax and Finance teams.
• Remain up to date with new legislation.

Requirements

Your Qualifications

• Bachelors’ degree in Tax Economics / Accounting.
• Formal tax qualification / membership from CTA, IFA, NOB, or similar body is preferred.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in a Big Four Tax firm, and / or as an in-house tax professional with an international organization.
• Experienced in operating with the top levels within an organization; experienced in people management for regular contact with employees, managers and executives across all functions and geographies of the organization, both remotely and in person.
• Accustomed to regular external contact with Tax Authorities, government agencies, lawyers, and 3rd party service providers.
• Good finance / tax knowledge along with well-developed IT skills with SAP, Oracle, Cognos and / or MS Office.
• Proven ability to take ownership of a project from start to completion.
• Analytical, strong attention to detail, strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to build and foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Management and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage virtual teams.