Tax Manager

Crescent Petroleum


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Sharjah
Contract type: Full time
Job description:

Internal Job Description

Job Title: Group Tax Manager
Major Functions

  • Oversee Crescent Group’s tax reporting and compliance across all jurisdictions.
  • Develop tax strategies, prepare returns, and advise on tax matters to optimize the Group’s tax position.
  • Manage tax audits for Group entities.

Essential Function


Tax Compliance & Reporting

  • Ensure compliance with UAE and Iraq tax laws, including Corporate Tax, Withholding Tax, and VAT.
  • Maintain compliance trackers, review programs, and manage tax audits, assessments, and monthly payments.
  • Collaborate with accounting, finance, and legal teams for tax planning and compliance.

Tax Advisory & Transaction Support

  • Advise on tax implications of business transactions and propose tax-efficient solutions.
  • Support corporate restructuring and provide tax input for bids.

Policy, Process & Risk Management

  • Review and update tax policies and processes; stay informed of legislative changes.
  • Identify tax risks and implement mitigation strategies; ensure robust internal controls.

Tax Accounting & Reporting

  • Ensure accurate accounting of current and deferred taxes in ERP systems.
  • Review withholding tax positions monthly and coordinate group tax reporting with authorities and auditors.

Transfer Pricing & Legal Entity Management

  • Maintain transfer pricing documentation and ensure annual updates.
  • Assist with legal entity consolidation, acquisitions, and restructuring exercises.

VAT Compliance

  • Review accounting records of VAT-registered entities and ensure timely filing of VAT returns.
  • Respond to VAT authority queries and maintain up-to-date knowledge of UAE VAT regulations.

Data Accuracy, Documentation & Confidentiality

  • Identify and rectify data anomalies; maintain organized, retrievable records.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of financial information.

Reporting & Communication

  • Report to Sr. Director of Accounting & Reporting.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and maintain strong working relationships.

Continuous Improvement

  • Maintain professional knowledge through workshops and publications.
  • Pursue professional accounting qualifications and recommend improvements to management.

Qualifications & Experience

  • 8–10 years of relevant taxation experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • Professional certification: CA or ACCA.
  • Knowledge of UAE ESR, VAT, Corporate Tax, and IFRS.
  • Experience in S4/Hana (preferred) and Power BI (advantageous).
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret tax laws and regulations.
External Job Description

Job Title: Group Tax Manager
Major Functions

  • Oversee Crescent Group’s tax reporting and compliance across all jurisdictions.
  • Develop tax strategies, prepare returns, and advise on tax matters to optimize the Group’s tax position.
  • Manage tax audits for Group entities.

Essential Function


Tax Compliance & Reporting

  • Ensure compliance with UAE and Iraq tax laws, including Corporate Tax, Withholding Tax, and VAT.
  • Maintain compliance trackers, review programs, and manage tax audits, assessments, and monthly payments.
  • Collaborate with accounting, finance, and legal teams for tax planning and compliance.

Tax Advisory & Transaction Support

  • Advise on tax implications of business transactions and propose tax-efficient solutions.
  • Support corporate restructuring and provide tax input for bids.

Policy, Process & Risk Management

  • Review and update tax policies and processes; stay informed of legislative changes.
  • Identify tax risks and implement mitigation strategies; ensure robust internal controls.

Tax Accounting & Reporting

  • Ensure accurate accounting of current and deferred taxes in ERP systems.
  • Review withholding tax positions monthly and coordinate group tax reporting with authorities and auditors.

Transfer Pricing & Legal Entity Management

  • Maintain transfer pricing documentation and ensure annual updates.
  • Assist with legal entity consolidation, acquisitions, and restructuring exercises.

VAT Compliance

  • Review accounting records of VAT-registered entities and ensure timely filing of VAT returns.
  • Respond to VAT authority queries and maintain up-to-date knowledge of UAE VAT regulations.

Data Accuracy, Documentation & Confidentiality

  • Identify and rectify data anomalies; maintain organized, retrievable records.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of financial information.

Reporting & Communication

  • Report to Sr. Director of Accounting & Reporting.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and maintain strong working relationships.

Continuous Improvement

  • Maintain professional knowledge through workshops and publications.
  • Pursue professional accounting qualifications and recommend improvements to management.

Qualifications & Experience

  • 8–10 years of relevant taxation experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • Professional certification: CA or ACCA.
  • Knowledge of UAE ESR, VAT, Corporate Tax, and IFRS.
  • Experience in S4/Hana (preferred) and Power BI (advantageous).
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret tax laws and regulations.
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