Associate – Corporate Tax

Job description

**JOB PURPOSE** Play a key role in implementing corporate tax strategies, projects, and ensuring tax compliance within the corporate tax function of Aldar Group. Provide M&A support and expertise from a corporate tax perspective. The role is only for a UAE National. **ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** Collaborate with the AVP – Corporate Tax and wider tax team to execute comprehensive Corporate tax strategies aligned with the group's objectives and regulatory requirements. Assist in the review of the monthly tax provision calculation produced by the system, reconciling it to the ledger. Participate in the end-to-end annual Corporate tax compliance process, ensuring the accurate and timely filing of all tax returns. Conduct detailed reviews of deferred tax calculations for the group, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Lead transfer pricing initiatives, ensuring compliance with international guidelines and recommending strategies to optimize the company's global tax position. Provide tax expertise during mergers, acquisitions, and corporate transactions, including due diligence, structuring, and post-transaction integration. Assist in Country-by-Country Reporting (CBCR), Pillar 2 and Transfer Pricing (TP) initiatives in Direct / Corporate Tax. Support Economic Substance Regulations (ESR) compliance. Offer guidance on cross-border tax matters, including international tax planning, treaty analysis, and preparation of transfer pricing documentation. Stay updated on changes in domestic and international tax laws and regulations, ensuring the organization's tax practices remain compliant and current. Prepare and review tax-related financial reports and disclosures, including tax provision calculations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, external advisors, and tax authorities to address tax-related inquiries, audits, and projects efficiently. **RELATED YEARS OF EXPERIENCE** Min of: 2+ years of experience of experience in Accounting, mergers and acquisitions, and/or consultancy. **FIELD OF EXPERIENCE** Experience in real estate industry knowledge of accounting standards, tax laws and regulations. **TECHNICAL AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS** Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Effective team player with the capacity to manage multiple projects concurrently. **QUALIFICATION** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.