Tax Accounting Manager

LVMH Fashion Group Middle East are seeking a dynamic and accomplished candidate for the position of Accounting & Tax Manager to be based from our Dubai head office covering the ME region to oversee the Accounting function. The candidate will work under the direction of the CFO & MD, whilst partnering with key stakeholders in their markets and the wider finance function.

The ideal candidate should have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be proactive & possess high level of communication & leadership skills to lead the accounting team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Accounting:
   • Manage & oversee the daily operations of the accounting department.
   • Prepare and review appropriate ledger accounting data.
   • Maintain the general ledger system and prepare monthly financial statements.
   • Provide accurate data and recommendations to controlling team and CFO.
   • Ensure that all accounting processes align with IFRS and current local financial legislation.
   • Ensure that all major projects, month-end, and year-end reports are completed accurately and on time.
   • Coordinate and complete annual audits.
   • Improve processes and initiate corrective actions.
   • Help to uniformize processes between all brands at local level.
   • Reporting of the P&L and BS to HQ.
2. Tax:
   • Facilitate and manage the preparation of all the company's tax forms (tax returns, income tax, withholding tax).
   • Ensure accurate, timely filing of all tax forms.
   • Plan for and develop overall filing calendar.
   • Maintain effective control procedures over all aspects of the tax process.
   • Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law developments.
   • Help in the frame of the new income tax implementation in the coming months.
   • Provide support with various internal audits and special tax-related projects.
3. Compliance:
   • Help controlling team with all compliance requirements.
   • Ensure a robust control environment in line with Group standards and policies.

Job Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
2. Minimum of 10 years experience in Management and Accounting ideally within retail business.
3. Excellent leadership and communication skills.
4. Minimum of 5 years experience leading a team in a similar position.
5. Strong understanding of accounting, finance, and management principles.
6. Excellent mathematical skills.
7. Proficiency with computers, especially bookkeeping software and MS Office.
8. High level of efficiency and accuracy.
9. Attention to detail and the ability to analyze large amounts of data.
10. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.