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Oversee tax reporting, and advisory across direct and indirect taxes, while proactively identifying risks and delivering commercially sound solutions.\nWork closely with finance teams, senior leadership, and external stakeholders to support strategic decision-making, drive tax efficiency, and ensure accurate and timely delivery of all tax obligations in a dynamic regulatory environment.\nSupport compliance with local tax regulations across the Middle East, including timely submission of corporate tax, withholding tax, and VAT returns.\nReview and assess all material transactions from a tax perspective and ensure that tax risks and mitigations are effectively communicated to management.\nApply strong knowledge across direct, indirect, and employment taxes, including transfer pricing.\nMaintain compliance trackers and assist in developing review programs/checklists.\nFacilitate resolution of tax assessments, by ensuring all data is readily available to support tax positions taken.\nAssist in evaluating uncertain tax positions and supporting tax provisioning discussions.\nAdvise on tax implications of business transactions and provide solutions to reduce tax cost.\nAdvise on cross-border transactions with emphasis on permanent establishment risks, withholding tax implications, registration requirements and availability of treaty relief.\nAssist in corporate restructuring and provide support in acquisitions.\nProvide financial information and ratios required for bids.\nKeep the business informed of tax issues and analyze impact of legislative changes.\nEnsure proper recognition of current and deferred taxes.\nReporting directly to VP - Global Taxation, with a dotted line to Regional Finance leadership.\nCoordinate information requirements with local finance teams and external auditors.\nSupport the assessment and implementation of OECD Pillar Two (Global Minimum Tax) requirements, coordinating with Global Tax and local finance teams.\nUnderstand transfer pricing and disclosure requirements.\nAssist in legal entities consolidation/reduction exercise, acquisitions and restructuring.\n 7-10 years’ experience in tax, including time with a Big 4 or reputable advisory firm.\nExcellent English communication skills (verbal and written).\nKnowledge of Middle East tax laws and regulations, practices and procedures.\nSolid knowledge of accounting and finance.\nAbility to develop creative, defensible and advantageous tax results within the boundaries of tax legislation.\nProficient in Microsoft Office applications\nSkills & Attributes\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations and provide practical solutions.\nHigh attention to detail and accuracy in managing tax filings, audits, and compliance requirements.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities: Capable of handling concurrent deadlines and obligations across multiple jurisdictions.\nCommercial mindset with the ability to align tax strategies to business objectives and drive value.\nExcellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership and work across multiple function.\n Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.\nProactive and self-driven, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables.\nEffective communication skills, capable of simplifying complex tax concepts for non-finance stakeholders.\nStrong risk awareness and judgement in identifying and mitigating tax exposures.\nCollaborative team player with the ability to work across regional and global teams.\nAdaptable and resilient, able to operate in a fast-paced and evolving regulatory environment\nImagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.\nWork on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. 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