Senior Tax Audit Specialist

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Tax Audit Specialist to lead our tax compliance, international tax planning, VAT management, transfer pricing, FATCA reporting, and e‑invoicing initiatives. The successful candidate will work independently while collaborating with finance, legal, compliance, and operations teams across multiple jurisdictions.

Key responsibilities

• Manage direct and indirect tax compliance, including corporate tax returns and UAE VAT filings.
• Lead tax audits conducted by regulatory authorities and external auditors.
• Review cross‑border transactions for withholding tax, permanent establishment risk, and double‑tax treaty implications.
• Oversee transfer pricing documentation and intercompany transaction reviews in line with OECD guidelines.
• Ensure FATCA reporting compliance where applicable.
• Drive e‑invoicing implementation and maintain alignment with evolving regulations.
• Conduct tax risk assessments and propose mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with tax authorities, external consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor legislative changes and advise finance and business teams on compliance requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CA, CTA, ADIT preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in tax, audit or advisory roles with an international focus.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tax workstreams with minimal supervision.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of UAE VAT regulations and international tax obligations.
• Experience with transfer pricing documentation and OECD guidelines.
• Familiarity with FATCA reporting requirements.
• Understanding of e‑invoicing processes and compliance.