Tax Manager

Michael Page

  • Dubai
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
To support the Group's tax strategy, focusing on direct tax, transfer pricing, and Pillar 2 implementation across all divisions, ensuring full compliance and effective project execution.Client DetailsOur client is a leading diversified group headquartered in Dubai. With a large footprint across various sectors, they are continuing to develop their in-house tax function to meet growing regulatory requirements and drive efficiency.DescriptionStrategic Responsibilities:\[ Support the Head of Direct Tax in managing all direct tax and transfer pricing matters\[ Advise on compliance with local direct tax laws, transfer pricing rules, and accounting standards\[ Assist in managing audits, risks, exposures, and tax planning initiatives\[ Help prepare and maintain the Group's transfer pricing policies\[ Support on implementing new tax regulations such as Pillar 2 and global minimum tax\[ Identify and support tax automation and technology initiativesFunctional Responsibilities:\[ Ensure adherence to transfer pricing and direct tax regulations across all geographies\[ Maintain and support implementation of transfer pricing documentation\[ Review direct tax filings including Corporate Tax, Withholding Tax\[ Support in preparing for and responding to tax audits\[ Liaise with external advisors and internal stakeholders to manage deliverables\[ Track tax projects in coordination with relevant teams\[ Lead internal workshops and training sessions to enhance awareness\[ Maintain a central database of all direct tax documentsTechnology & Project Support:\[ Contribute to tax process improvement and automation\[ Maintain tax project documentation and escalate key issues as needed\[ Collaborate with the Head of Tax to deliver projects on time and within budgetProfile\[ Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance or Tax\[ Professional Tax Qualification (e.g., CTA, ACA, ATT)\[ Minimum 7 years of experience in direct tax and transfer pricing; a mix of in-house and consultancy is ideal\[ Prior Big 4 experience is mandatory\[ Arabic speaking is essential for the role\[ Strong knowledge of UAE tax regime; GCC and international exposure is a plus\[ Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills\[ Result-driven with high analytical and presentation capabilitiesJob Offer
Join a highly reputable and well-established Group headquartered in DubaiOpportunity to work on high-impact tax projects and regulatory implementationsExposure to senior leadership and cross-functional collaborationGain regional and international tax exposure in a dynamic environmentWork in a forward-thinking tax function investing in automation and best practiceBe part of a growing in-house tax team shaping the Group's tax agenda

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