VAT Implementation & Compliance Lead

Confidential; Doha; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a VAT Expert to support the establishment and rollout of the VAT function, working under the VAT Head to ensure effective policy translation into procedures, system readiness, and ongoing compliance.

You will lead the preparation of manuals and guidance, monitor international VAT developments, support training, reporting, and capacity building, and coordinate with IT, Taxpayer Guidance, and enforcement teams to align with strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in accounting or taxation is required.
• Experience in VAT policy implementation and compliance.
• Experience with GCC VAT frameworks and international VAT models.
• Strong ability to draft guidance and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Translate VAT policy into operational procedures and guidelines.
• Draft VAT manuals, rulings, and taxpayer guidance documents.
• Monitor international VAT developments and inform policy updates.
• Provide technical input and coordinate with tax service centers for consistency.
• Define VAT processes: registration, filing, payments, refunds, appeals.
• Support VAT go-live, system tests, and upgrades.
• Contribute to VAT reporting and KPI analysis for leadership reviews.
• Build capacity and training across departments.

Skills

VAT knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Training skills

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Taxation

Master’s degree preferred

Professional certification in Taxation or VAT (CTA/ACCA/CPA)

Job description

Confidential is seeking a VAT Expert to support the establishment and rollout of the VAT function, working under the VAT Head to ensure effective policy translation into procedures, system readiness, and ongoing compliance.

You will lead the preparation of manuals and guidance, monitor international VAT developments, support training, reporting, and capacity building, and coordinate with IT, Taxpayer Guidance, and enforcement teams to align with strategic objectives.