Tax Associate

Job description

About Us With offices in 152 countries and nearly 328,000 professionals, we are one of the world’s leading professional services networks, helping organisations and individuals create lasting value through Assurance, Tax and Advisory services. For over 40 years, we have contributed to the Middle East’s transformation journey, partnering with governments and businesses to deliver sustainable solutions. Today, more than 12,000 of us across Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE are shaping the region’s future. Line of Service Overview Business Enablement Solutions (BES) Business Enablement Solutions (BES) brings together the specialist functions that enable PwC Middle East to operate, grow and deliver on its strategic ambitions. Our teams span People and Talent, Finance, Technology and AI, Risk and Quality, Business Development, Communications and Brand, Leadership Support, Operations, Transformation and Workplace Services. Together, we enable our people to do their best work, strengthen how our business operates and support our client-facing teams to deliver for our clients. As a human-led, tech-powered organisation, we're using data, technology and AI to simplify how we work, drive innovation and support the continued growth and transformation of PwC Middle East. A career in BES gives you the opportunity to be part of that change. Enabling growth. Delivering excellence. Business Unit Overview The Firm Tax team is a part of the PwC Middle East Group’s OneFinance function. The team supports on all levels of the firm’s tax activity and is organized into three (3) subfunctions: Compliance & Audit; Governance & Risk; and Legal & Tax Advisory. This role is intended to support the Compliance & Audit subfunction. How You’ll Contribute As a Tax Associate, you’ll support the Compliance & Audit subfunction in all tax compliance and audit related matters for the region. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Prepare WHT returns for the PwC ME Group entities for review by the Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (subfunction) Lead, ensuring submission deadlines are adhered to. Prepare VAT returns for the PwC ME Group entities for review by the Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (subfunction) Lead, ensuring submission deadlines are adhered to. Prepare corporate income tax returns for the PwC ME Group entities for review by the Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (subfunction) Lead, ensuring submission deadlines are adhered to. Reconcile and validate tax accounts as required (including payroll taxes, customs and excise duties, stamp duty, etc). Deliver internal analysis/reports to Firm Tax Compliance & Audit (subfunction) Lead, flagging key risks, exposures etc., as well as tax opportunities. Works with the wider Firm Tax team and local Tax LoS Specialists to understand tax laws and regulations in various jurisdictions within the Middle East and ensure adherence to compliance tax policies and procedures across the ME Group. Support the line manager in preparing all inputs for tax audit conducted by Firm Tax/Global Team/External Auditors. Support the line manager in preparing all inputs for consolidated for internal reporting to LoS/local teams/other finance teams as appropriate. Be actively involved in business development activities to help identify and solve complex tax challenges. Develop strong working relationships and interface with all stakeholders across the ME Group. What You’ll Bring 1 to 3 years of tax experience. Previous experience with VAT, withholding tax, corporate tax and payroll is required. An understanding of other taxes would be an advantage. Designations & Certifications - Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Law or a related field required. - Certified Tax Accountant, Certified Practicing Accountant or similar Technical Skills would be an advantage. Soft Skills - Understanding of general/international accounting standards and practices. - High level of analytical and quantitative ability required to perform complex financial and transactional tax and accounting functions and ad hoc reporting functions, including proficiency with computer based modelling and analytic techniques. - Ability to adhere to procedures, controls and policies for functional areas of responsibility. - Organization, thoroughness, eye for detail, time management skills and proactivity required. - Strong verbal and written communication skills required to effectively work with professional resources in accounting areas. - Ethical conduct. Language Skills - Bi-lingual English/Arabic. Fluency in written and spoken English & Arabic. How You’ll Make a Difference At PwC Midde East, we expect all our people to embody the skills and behaviours of The PwC Professional framework, helping us deliver on our strategy while growing and developing as leaders at every level. Why You’ll Love Working at PwC At PwC Middle East, you’ll find more than just a job - you’ll build a meaningful career, supported by rewards and benefits that help you thrive. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and programs that promote well-being, balance, and personal growth. You’ll have access to continuous learning, digital upskilling, and a collaborative environment that values innovation, mentorship, and diversity. Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially here. Discover more about Life at PwC Middle East.