Tax/VAT Manager

Assist with monthly closing and year end financial audit, providing accurate and timely tax information. Perform general ledger (GL) and financial statement analysis to ensure correctness and compliance. Manage long term overdue accounts and resolve tax related discrepancies. Ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and financial procedures. Prepare the year end tax provision and corporate tax returns (e.g., T2, T106, Zakat, Corporate Income Tax). Handle VAT preparation and filing (GST/QST/PST or local VAT returns, depending on jurisdiction). Support transfer pricing reviews and audits when applicable. Assist with government authorities' audits, including Corporate Income Tax, GST/QST/PST, and VAT. Prepare tax analyses and respond to queries from business units across the company. Perform ad hoc reporting and tax-related projects as required.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Zakat, VAT, Corporate Income Tax, and other indirect taxes.
• Experience preparing and filing corporate tax returns and VAT submissions.
• Strong analytical skills in financial statements, GL review, and reconciliations.
• Experience in managing tax audits with government authorities.
• Hands-on experience with custom duties and tax compliance processes.
• Solid understanding of internal controls, risk management, and audit procedures.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting systems.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross functional teams.
• Experience in transfer pricing documentation and audit support.
• Knowledge of environmental handling fees regulations.
• Experience working in multinational companies with HQ reporting requirements.
• Familiarity with CATS or other internal control assessment systems.
• Experience in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).

10+ years of total tax experience, or minimum 4 years of hands on Zakat experience. Professional certifications such as SOCPA, CPA, CMA, ACCA, or a Tax related certification.