Corporate Tax -AVP

Job Title: AVP – Corporate Tax (UAE) Experience: 5-7 years post-qualification (CA) Location: Gurgaon

About the Role: Lead and manage the corporate tax department to ensure efficient, compliant, and high-quality tax service delivery across all clients. Drive tax efficiency initiatives, oversee monthly computations, annual compliances, and client engagements within the UAE Corporate Tax framework. Foster a process-driven, client-focused environment while mentoring the team and collaborating with stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and finalize monthly corporate tax computations post-scrutiny prepared by managers and teams. Ensure compliance with UAE Corporate Tax laws, including DTAA provisions and international transaction considerations. Manage Deferred Tax Assets (DTA) and Deferred Tax Liabilities (DTL) calculations. Conduct tax planning and research by: Researching tax issues and new regulations to keep the company informed of potential impacts. Assisting in tax planning strategies to optimize tax liabilities and support business decisions. Monitoring changes in tax laws and advising management on their implications. Analyze key financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement) to identify tax implications related to reporting and compliance. Apply sound accounting principles relevant to tax, including GAAP/IFRS and deferred tax accounting. Coordinate with clients, their finance departments, and internal teams to collect data and ensure timely follow-ups. Prepare, maintain, and enforce SOPs for the tax team. Conduct training sessions for onboarding new clients and educating the team. Provide regular tax updates and reports to CFOs, FCs, and senior management. Lead, mentor, and manage a team of tax professionals to meet deadlines and quality standards. Respond promptly to Federal Tax Authority (FTA) clarifications, notices, and audits. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance compliance efficiency and accuracy. Act as the escalation point for complex tax compliance issues. Drive tax efficiency strategies and ensure optimum tax outcomes for clients. What We’re Looking For: Chartered Accountant (CA) with 5-7 years post-qualification experience in corporate tax compliance. Strong understanding of UAE Corporate Tax, DTAA, and international tax concepts. Expertise in tax planning and research. Solid knowledge of financial statement analysis. Sound grasp of accounting principles related to tax. Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills. Proficient in MS Excel and tax compliance software/tools. Detail-oriented, proactive, and deadline-driven.