Associate Director VAT
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About This Role
MBG Corporate Services
MBG Corporate Services is an international organization supporting clients across Asia, Europe and the Middle East, providing sustainable solutions and strategies that drive business transformation.
Established in 2002 and headquartered in Singapore, we are a 600-strong member team that operates out of Europe, the Middle East and Asia, in our network of 18 global offices spread across 8 countries.
Our experience of nearly two decades has enabled us to serve over 3,000 clients globally.
We are proud to be working with 100 of the Fortune 500 companies across the Middle East, Europe, Japan, China, Singapore and India, as well as several other reputed local family business groups.
With an innovative approach to every project and an unwavering commitment to quality and consistency, we have played an instrumental role in transforming businesses worldwide.
Threshold Competencies
- **VAT Compliance:**
- Manage and ensure accurate and timely preparation, review, and filing of VAT returns.
- Ensure compliance with VAT laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
- **Tax Planning and Strategy:**
- Develop and implement VAT strategies to optimize the company's VAT position, minimize liabilities, and maximize benefits.
- Analyze business transactions for VAT implications and provide guidance on compliance.
- **VAT Audit Support:**
- Coordinate and manage VAT audits, inquiries, and assessments from tax authorities.
- Gather required documentation, prepare responses, and represent the company in discussions with tax authorities.
- **Tax Research and Interpretation:**
- Stay updated with changes in VAT laws, regulations, and rulings.
- Conduct research on complex VAT issues and provide guidance on their implications for the company.
- **Risk Assessment and Mitigation:**
- Identify potential VAT risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Conduct risk assessments to ensure compliance and minimize exposure.
- **Team Leadership and Development:**
- Lead and mentor a team of VAT professionals.
- Provide guidance, training, and performance evaluations to ensure high-quality work and professional growth.
Job Qualifications
- Mandatory experience in UAE VAT consulting
- Proven experience in a managerial or leadership role
- Strong knowledge of UAE VAT laws and regulatory framework
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Ca/Acca/Cpa/ /Cfa
Years of Experience
6–9 years of UAE VAT experience (post-qualification) in a UAE consulting firm, plus 2+ years of indirect tax experience in other countries.
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