Corporate Tax -AVP

Job Title:AVP Corporate Tax (UAE)

Experience:5-7 years post-qualification (CA)

Location:Gurgaon

About the Role:

Lead and manage the corporate tax department to ensure efficient, compliant, and high-quality tax service delivery across all clients. Drive tax efficiency initiatives, oversee monthly computations, annual compliances, and client engagements within the UAE Corporate Tax framework. Foster a process-driven, client-focused environment while mentoring the team and collaborating with stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and finalize monthly corporate tax computations post-scrutiny prepared by managers and teams.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Corporate Tax laws, including DTAA provisions and international transaction considerations.
• Manage Deferred Tax Assets (DTA) and Deferred Tax Liabilities (DTL) calculations.
• Conduct tax planning and research by:
• Researching tax issues and new regulations to keep the company informed of potential impacts.
• Assisting in tax planning strategies to optimize tax liabilities and support business decisions.
• Monitoring changes in tax laws and advising management on their implications.
• Analyze key financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement) to identify tax implications related to reporting and compliance.
• Apply sound accounting principles relevant to tax, including GAAP/IFRS and deferred tax accounting.
• Coordinate with clients, their finance departments, and internal teams to collect data and ensure timely follow-ups.
• Prepare, maintain, and enforce SOPs for the tax team.
• Conduct training sessions for onboarding new clients and educating the team.
• Provide regular tax updates and reports to CFOs, FCs, and senior management.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of tax professionals to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Respond promptly to Federal Tax Authority (FTA) clarifications, notices, and audits.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance compliance efficiency and accuracy.
• Act as the escalation point for complex tax compliance issues.
• Drive tax efficiency strategies and ensure optimum tax outcomes for clients.

What Were Looking For:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) with 5-7 years post-qualification experience in corporate tax compliance.
• Strong understanding of UAE Corporate Tax, DTAA, and international tax concepts.
• Expertise in tax planning and research.
• Solid knowledge of financial statement analysis.
• Sound grasp of accounting principles related to tax.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in MS Excel and tax compliance software/tools.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and deadline-driven.