Manager Tax - GCC

Our client is a trailblazing pioneer in the Tobacco Manufacturing Industry. What sets them apart is their unwavering commitment to innovation and progress. They have embarked on a remarkable journey of transformation, with a resolute aim to create a smoke-free future. This ambitious endeavour has completely redefined every aspect of their business, from the production and distribution of their products, to how they interact with their customers and society as a whole.

By embracing this transformation, our client is leading from the front, with their pioneering vision and steadfast determination to create a smoke-free future.

With a workforce of more than 75,000 talented individuals worldwide across 180 countries, they have truly established themselves as a global leader in the industry. 

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement with regard to the Tax Operation function for the respective market(s).
• Execute best in class/efficient operational Tax processes for Tax reporting, Tax provision, transfer pricing, indirect and direct tax compliance.
• Specifically the following processes in the initial phase:
• Import/export processes.
• US GAAP and statutory tax accounting.
• Tax return preparation (CIT, VAT, WHT) and filing tax payments.
• TP support files.
• Non-deductible expenses.
• Build and foster a strong team of tax experts and strong cross-functional relationships in the respective markets across the business (e.g., Accounting, Treasury, Legal, and Operations).
• Help the company understand how all the pieces fit together.
• Be up to date with relevant legislation to manage effectively respective markets tax positions, tax audits, tax litigation and communication with Fiscal Authorities.
• Provide internal tax advisory and ensure that respective teams in the organization are trained in the tax area to allow for a proper tax risk mitigation.

Your “day to day”:

• Implementation of newly introduced tax streams in the local legislation (eg, Corporate taxes, Transfer Pricing)
• Direct Contact with Fiscal Authorities - Tax Audits Management
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of all tax filings obligations in the respective markets Ensure timely payment and/or refund of all tax obligations.
• Tax management of JV set up in GCC

Requirements:

• Graduate degree in Business or Finance, Certified Public Accountant, with at least 8 years’ experience, strong track record of handling complex tax matters, in a multinational group and matrix-reporting environment
• Experience in the execution of the affiliate tax processes, in support of Finance co-pilot and business partner strategies
• Strong influencing and collaboration skills; able to drive alignment of teams within and across organizational boundaries
• High performer with future leadership potential, strategic planning capabilities to address our client priorities and goals
• Ability to work in a diverse cultural environment is required.