Tax Director / VAT Manager

Role overview

Key responsibilities

• Oversee corporate tax, VAT, and other applicable tax compliance; develop strategies to improve tax efficiency and reduce risks.
• Prepare and submit tax returns and VAT filings accurately and on time; monitor changes to tax laws and reporting requirements.
• Review tax calculations, VAT reconciliations, invoices, and supporting documents; coordinate with finance, accounting, auditors, and tax authorities.
• Manage audits, inquiries, assessments, and disputes; identify tax risks and implement controls and corrective actions.
• Monitor tax payments, deadlines, and liabilities; advise management and departments on tax matters.
• Oversee tax planning, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance reporting; maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Assess business transactions for tax implications; supervise tax team members and improve departmental efficiency.
• Prepare tax reports and provide regular updates to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in tax management, VAT compliance, or corporate taxation.
• Strong knowledge of tax laws, VAT regulations, filing procedures, tax reporting, reconciliations, audits, and risk management.
• Good understanding of financial statements and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, accounting software, and tax reporting systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills; able to manage deadlines and work under pressure.
• Able to work independently and collaborate across departments; demonstrates integrity, accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Professional accounting or tax qualifications are advantageous.
• Willingness to stay current with tax regulations and industry developments.