VAT Specialist (Arabic Speaker)

Job description / Role

Our client, one of the largest conglomerate groups in the region is looking for a VAT Specialist (Arabic Speaker) to be based in their Dubai office. The purpose of the role is to drive the group tax strategy.

The role is required to take ownership of tax planning, tax compliance, task risk management, accounting and documentation of tax at group level.

The responsibilities of the VAT Specialist (Arabic Speaker) include:
- Provide inputs to develop and implement tax strategies ensuring compliance with local laws and accounting standards.
- Develop & Implement VAT principles, policies and processes to ensure completion and compilation of tax returns across the business.
- Provide periodic training and mentorship to finance, supply chain and other relevant departments in regards to VAT implementation, documentation and compliance.
- Ensure the organization is up-to-date on amendments in tax legislations.
- Determine tax compliance implications associated with various business initiatives/proposals.
- Preparation of various MIS reports & submissions of the same to the Reporting Manager.
- Lead and coordinate ad-hoc tax-driven business initiatives.
- Ensure timely and accurate regulatory filing, tax accounting/reconciliation, payment of tax, etc.
- Manage indirect tax risk across business processes

Requirements

- Minimum 7-10 year's of experience
- A degree in business/economics,finance, accounting or any other relating field.
- Knowledge of VAT - issues registrations, recovery of expenditure, partial exemptions, import-export and anti avoidance rules.
- Must be an Arabic speaker.

If you are interested in this role, please apply today.

About the Company

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