Senior Associate – Group VAT

JOB PURPOSE

• Play a pivotal role in implementing tax strategies, projects, and ensuring tax compliance within the VAT function of Aldar Group.
• Provide M&A support and expertise from an indirect tax perspective

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the AVP – Group VAT and the wider tax team to execute comprehensive indirect tax strategies aligned with the group's objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the review of indirect tax-related transactions and documentation.
• Ensure adherence to accounting department policies and procedures, emphasizing compliance with UAE financial reporting statutes, standards, and best practices.
• Participate in the preparation of indirect tax returns and related filings.
• Support the implementation of robust indirect tax compliance processes across the entities.
• Assist in the periodic and annual indirect tax reporting to the authorities.
• Stay informed about changes to indirect tax legislation, providing input on their impact on the business.
• Identify opportunities to optimize indirect tax positions and mitigate tax risks.
• Assist in managing relationships and responses to indirect tax audits initiated by tax authorities.
• Assist with the implementation of relevant indirect tax updates.
• Provide training and guidance to the tax team and relevant stakeholders within Finance, Accounting, Internal Control, and other departments.
• Participate in the review of intercompany and related party reconciliations, facilitating timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Support and monitor audit processes for the assigned area, ensuring timely completion.

KEY RESULT AREAS

• Robust tax compliance and comprehensive reporting.
• Drive VAT return filings
• Enhance tax accounting within Aldar Group

YoE / QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

RELATED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Min of: 6+ years of experience in VAT, mergers and acquisitions, and cross-border tax advisory

YOE IN MANAGERIAL POSITION

• Min of: N/A

FIELD OF EXPERIENCE

• Experience in real estate industry
• Profound knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and accounting standards.

TECHNICAL AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Well versed in ERP Oracle & MS office applications
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective team player with the capacity to manage multiple projects concurrently.

QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Tax or Accounting, in addition to either CA, ADIT, or ATT qualification.