Location – Dubai, United Arab Emirates
As part of our clients International Tax Technology Team, you will join a team of skilled tax and technology professionals focused on standardising and enhancing tax-related data and processes through innovative technology solutions.
Your responsibilities will include improving and optimising client internal processes related to direct taxes, identifying relevant data points in client data sources and aiding in the selection and integration of the most suitable technology solutions, whether through ERP/EPM system enhancements or specialised add-on solutions like Longview or OneSource Tax Provisioning.
You will help design and implement tools and processes specific to BEPS Pillar Two tax needs while collaborating closely with a global network of tax advisory and consulting teams. This role demands a proactive, innovative mindset and a commitment to delivering cutting-edge tax technology solutions to some of the most challenging taxes.
Skills and attributes:
- A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in tax accounting, technology, or finance.
- Proven experience in managing client engagements and leading teams.
- Ability to thrive under demanding deadlines and meet client expectations.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify new opportunities and offerings.
- Deep knowledge of data requirements and associated challenges, with the ability to communicate these effectively to both clients and internal stakeholders.
- Expertise in discussing and implementing solutions using ancillary technology to automate and streamline processes.
- Strong understanding of accounting and direct tax processes.
- Experience with direct tax technology solutions such as Oracle TRCS, Longview, OneSource, OneStream, Orbitax, SAP PaPM, Anaplan, or similar platforms.
- Ability to bridge the gap between IT and tax professionals, simplifying complex issues for clear understanding.
- Skilled in analyzing complex tax issues, identifying risks and opportunities, and developing innovative technology solutions to address them.
- Willingness to continuously learn and adapt to evolving tax regulations and technology trends.
- Collaborative team player who enjoys working with global teams.
- Strong understanding of international tax principles, particularly in relation to BEPS and Pillar 2 regulations, along with knowledge of transfer pricing, country-by-country reporting, and other tax compliance requirements.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles (e.g., IFRS) and tax principles.
- Proficiency in English.
The Team:
- Collaborate with a team of tax and tax technology specialists to automate direct tax operations and implement or develop tailored technology solutions.
- Contribute to business development efforts aimed at growing the team and expanding our service offerings.
- Take on an active, client-facing role to address complex direct tax operational challenges, providing advice on the most suitable technology solutions (ERP, EPM, tax software) or other customized tools.
- Define functional requirements for implementation and design high-level architectural solutions.
- Work closely with the global network to implement technology solutions, including ERP systems, tax reporting software, and consolidation tools.