Manager: Tax at DP World

Job Function

• Responsible for leading and optimizing the organization's tax position and financial reporting processes. This role combines in-depth technical expertise in tax planning, compliance, and financial reporting with a keen understanding of regulatory frameworks. The Tax and Reporting Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the organization's financial transparency and compliance with tax laws.

Key Performance Areas:

Tax Planning and Compliance:

• Develop and implement comprehensive tax planning strategies to optimize the company's tax position.
• Ensure compliance with local and international tax laws, conducting thorough research and analysis.
• Coordinate and oversee the preparation and filing of accurate and timely tax returns.

Financial Reporting:

• Lead the preparation of financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Implement rigorous financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Utilize advanced accounting software to streamline financial reporting workflows.

Tax Forecasting and Provisioning:

• Develop and execute tax forecasting models to anticipate future tax liabilities.
• Calculate and record income tax provisions in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
• Implement automated tax provisioning systems for efficiency and accuracy.

Transfer Pricing Management:

• Develop and implement transfer pricing policies, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Conduct detailed transfer pricing analyses and documentation to support intercompany transactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align transfer pricing strategies with business operations.

Tax Audits and Dispute Resolution:

• Manage tax audits by tax authorities, ensuring timely and accurate responses to inquiries.
• Implement strategies for dispute resolution, including negotiation and settlement discussions.
• Collaborate with legal counsel as needed to address complex tax-related legal matters.

Tax Credits and Incentives:

• Identify and evaluate tax credit and incentive opportunities to optimize tax positions.
• Conduct in-depth analysis and documentation to support claims for available tax credits.
• Stay abreast of changes in tax legislation to maximize benefits for the organization.

Internal Controls and Compliance:

• Implement and oversee internal controls related to tax and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting requirements and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Conduct regular internal audits to verify compliance with established policies and procedures.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.

Experience and Skills Required:

• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Proven experience in tax management and financial reporting.
• Experience with tax technology tools and systems.
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory frameworks governing taxation and financial reporting
• Proficiency in advanced accounting software and financial modeling.
• In-depth knowledge of local and international tax laws and accounting standards.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.