Lead, Taxation

Job summary:

To execute the organization's tax reporting and compliance obligations across various jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to applicable tax laws and regulations. The role involves analyzing tax implications of business operations, supporting the preparation of accurate tax filings, and maintaining comprehensive records to support effective tax management and strategic planning.

General Responsibilities:

• Policy, Procedures, Process and Systems
• Follow the operational strategy in compliance with group delegation of authority policy.
• Ensure the compliance of organization’s policy, systems, processes, procedures, and controls in line with group delegation of authority policy so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service in a consistent manner.
• Reporting
• Ensure that all reports are completed timely and comply with the business and organization’s policies and standards.
• Manage the preparation of periodical management reports and progress reports to keep the business senior management informed about the progress of various initiatives and to facilitate decision-making.
• Comply with organization’s requirements in a timely manner.

Job Specific Responsibilities:

• Support and coordinate with TAQA tax team and the tax advisors to prepare accurate tax filings for various jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with legal timelines and regulations.
• Work with the TAQA tax team to monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and assess their impact on tax compliance.
• Analyze legislative updates in tax laws to evaluate impacts on the organization and implement compliant strategies.
• Coordinate document preparation for tax audits, including supporting schedules and explanations for auditor queries.
• Resolve complex tax-related inquiries from different operational units, coordinate with TAQA tax team and tax advisors to provide detailed guidance and support.
• Ensure meticulous maintenance of tax records for audit readiness and efficient retrieval.
• Enforce adherence to established internal controls and policies concerning tax matters.
• Facilitate internal workshops and training sessions to elevate the tax knowledge base within the organization.
• Stay updated on changes in tax accounting standards and regulations and assess their impact on financial reporting.

HSE, Security, and Risk Protocols:

The Employee shall adhere to all the HSE, Security and Risk Management Rules & Procedures communicated by the company, including:

• Taking reasonable care of their own health, safety, and security.
• Taking reasonable care of the health, safety and security of persons that may be affected by their acts or omissions at work.
• Co-operate with their employer with respect to any instruction and/or actions taken by the employer to protect the employee and/ or comply with HSE and security requirements.
• Report to their immediate line manager any situation which they have reason to believe could present a risk, hazard, or issue to an individual or the company and which they cannot correct themselves.
• Report all HSE and security incidents and work-related injuries.
• Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided at the workplace that supports the interest of HSE, security and welfare.

People Management Responsibilities:

• Leadership
• Actively participate in continuous improvement and professional development activities. Support decisions made with integrity and transparency, always aligning with the entity's goals.
• Talent Management
• Engage in talent development programs aimed at enhancing skills and supporting career progression. Contribute to a team culture that is connected to the organization's larger purpose.
• Culture
• Uphold and promote the organization's values within the team. Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment through active participation and support.
• Communication
• Support informed decision-making within the team. Contribute to clear and effective communication, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and facilitating smooth information flow up and down the chain.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent

6 years of relevant working experience