Manager Taxation

Company: Aesthetics Lab

Job Timings : 10 am to 7 pm (Monday to Saturday)
Location: Head Office Garden Town, Lahore

Job Description:

The Manager Taxation will be responsible for managing the company’s taxation function, ensuring timely compliance with all statutory tax obligations, optimizing tax positions, and representing the organization before tax authorities. The role requires strong analytical skills, up-to-date tax knowledge, and the ability to manage tax risks effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Filing

• Ensure timely preparation and filing of income tax, sales tax, withholding tax, and other statutory returns.
• Review and approve tax workings, challans, and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax laws, rules, and regulations.

Tax Planning & Advisory

• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimize tax exposure while ensuring compliance.
• Advise management on tax implications of business decisions, contracts, and transactions.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their impact on the organization.

Audit & Tax Authority Liaison

• Handle tax audits, assessments, and notices from tax authorities.
• Prepare responses, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with FBR, tax consultants, and auditors as required.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare tax-related reports for management review.
• Maintain complete and accurate tax records and documentation.
• Ensure proper record retention for audits and inspections.

Team & Process Management

• Supervise and guide taxation staff (if applicable).
• Improve tax processes, controls, and compliance frameworks.
• Coordinate with accounts, finance, and legal teams on tax matters.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Income Tax, Sales Tax, and Withholding Tax laws
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and coordination abilities
• Attention to detail and compliance-oriented mindset
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple tasks

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field
• CA (Inter), ACCA, ICMA, or equivalent qualification preferred
• 5–8+ years of relevant experience in taxation
• Experience dealing with tax authorities and audits
• Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting/tax software

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person