TAX ADVISOR

Finanshels; Kerala; Hybrid; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Finanshels, located in India, Kerala, is seeking a Senior Tax Consultant with expertise in UAE VAT and Corporate Tax. The successful candidate will drive tax strategies, manage compliance, and lead a team of tax professionals.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and hold relevant professional certification. A minimum of 3-5 years of consulting experience is required, alongside a strong focus on process improvement and team management.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in tax consulting focused on UAE VAT and Corporate Tax.
• Holder of or pursuing a recognized tax or finance qualification.
• Proven track record of managing tax registration and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as expert on UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance.
• Oversee corporate tax filing processes and manage team operations.
• Identify efficiency gaps and implement automation in tax operations.

Skills

UAE VAT expertise

Corporate Tax knowledge

Team management

Process improvement

Automation knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Taxation

Professional Certification (CMA, CA Inter or equivalent)

Tools

Emaratax portal

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Consultant with deep expertise in UAE VAT and Corporate Tax to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving high-level tax strategies, managing complex tax filing processes, and leading a team to ensure compliance and efficiency. With a focus on technical tax knowledge, process improvement, and automation, this role is crucial to supporting the continued growth and effectiveness of our tax department.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance and Advisory

• Serve as the subject matter expert on UAE VAT and Corporate Tax, ensuring compliance with the latest tax regulations and updates.
• Provide tax advisory services, focusing on complex, high-impact work such as tax planning and impact assessments.
• Oversee and execute corporate tax filing processes using the Emaratax portal, including penalty assessment and management.
• Manage a significant volume of tax registration processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of 5-10 tax professionals, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Identify and address skills gaps within the team, providing guidance and training as needed.
• Maintain oversight of workload distribution to meet all internal and external deadlines effectively.

Process Improvement

• Identify and close process gaps within tax operations to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Contribute to automation initiatives, streamlining data handling, reporting, and filing workflows.

Process Knowledge

• Expert knowledge of the steps involved in tax registration, tax filing, and amendments, including all required documentation for each process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• Professional Certification: Holder of or actively pursuing a recognized tax or finance qualification (e.g., CMA, CA Inter, or equivalent).

Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years in tax consulting, with a strong focus on UAE VAT and Corporate Tax.

Technical Skills

In-depth knowledge of the Emaratax portal, including penalty management and potential use cases.

Preferred Skills

• Proven experience managing a high volume of tax registrations and related filings.
• Experience working in a startup environment, with the ability to adapt to dynamic, high-growth settings.
• Track record of contributing to process automation and improvement initiatives.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.