Manager Indirect Tax
تفاصيل الوظيفة
Andersen in the United Arab Emirates is a member firm of Andersen Global that has a presence in over 500 locations in more than 170 countries worldwide. Our professionals share a common vision and are selected based on equality, like-mindedness, and commitment to client service. The brand Andersen stands for best-in-class services rendered to all clients globally and we are looking for candidates who share such a vision to join our growing team in Abu Dhabi. The culture encourages openness, appreciates initiatives, and inspires the team to think outside the box. If you are looking to grow in a highly stimulating environment, we want to talk to you. Key Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities: The role revolves around Indirect Tax in the UAE region and would broadly involve the following responsibilities:
- Become the principal point of contact for the team’s clients and manage end-to-end compliance for the clients assigned to the team
- Conducting and managing VAT Health Checks for clients across various industries
- Regular – monthly, quarterly - compliances to be carried out without any delays [such as VAT returns reviews]
- Responsible for maintaining the backup data i.e., VAT return workings in FAF, about all tax compliances
- Preparing and reviewing advisories, memos, health check reports, technical clarifications etc.
- Liaise with the FTA for queries related to audits and refunds, preparation/review clarifications and reconsideration requests as and when the need arises
- Keeping the clients abreast with opportunities, working closely with each by being the prime point of contact by imparting support and providing sound advisory services on a diverse variety of business matters
- Providing ad-hoc advice to clients
- Experience in handling litigation with FTA/TDRC such as filing of reconsideration applications, penalty waiver requests, requests to TDRC, etc.
- Complete knowledge of the functionalities of FTA Portal along with experience in tasks such as VAT registration amendment, filing technical clarification, voluntary disclosure, etc.
- Providing comprehensive training to the client for all tax laws, updates, and related implications
- Continuously updating oneself and the team with the changing tax regime of the UAE
- Analysis and preparation of ESR notification and report and conducting discussion meetings with clients
- Reviewing tasks performed by a team of Senior and Junior Associates and Assistant Managers to ensure communication with all clients
- Review of proposals and engagement letters to be shared with clients/prospective clients
- Passion for business development and a knack for cross-selling to current & prospective clients
- Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct whilst working with the team and clients
- Ensure regular updates and articles from the team are shared to be published on the company’s digital platforms
- Responsible for overall team’s deliverables and performance
- Regular monitoring of tasks and assignments to provide track updates to senior management
- A minimum of 5-6 years of experience in VAT laws, regulations, procedures, and compliance in the UAE
- Up to date with the knowledge of VAT laws, regulations, procedures, guides, and public clarifications in the UAE
- Experience in managing people and generating productive results from a team
- Must have one of the following certifications – ACCA/CA/CPA/Law
- Knowledge of the European Tax System is an advantage
- Effective & efficient utilization of resources to ensure maximum billability & profitable assignments
- A UAE driving license is a plus
- Passion for consulting
- An open-minded attitude with the ability to be creative with ideas
- Effective organizational, management, and communication skills
- A performance-driven attitude
- An eye for detail and accuracy
- An analytical and solution-driven approach
Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
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