Manager - Tax Reporting & Compliance - Global Service Centre

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

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About DP World Global Service Centre

DP World’s Global Service Centre (GSCs) are key enablers of growth delivering standardization, process excellence and expertise, and automation in areas of Finance, Freight Forwarding, Marine Services, Engineering and Human Resources, helping accelerate DP World’s growth and business transformation. As we experience exponential growth, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. Discover your next role here and change what's possible for everyone! As an equal employer that recognizes and values diversity and an inclusive culture, we empower and up-skill our people with opportunities to perform at their best. Join us and be part of an amazing team that is transforming the future of world trade.

Key Role Responsibilities:

• Designation: Manager - Tax Reporting & Compliance - Global Service Centre

• Base Location: Navi Mumbai

• Reporting to: GSC Finance Head – Tax Reporting & Compliance - Global Service Centre -Finance

Key Role Responsibilities:

• Provide supervision of the following activities:
• Preparation of and review VAT returns for Middle east region with strong technical knowledge
• Tax reconciliations performed during preparation of VAT returns
• Customs’ reconciliation reports with the books
• VAT return submission & payments as per the set deadlines
• Work with business in understanding the queries and resolving them with respect to VAT
• Review data for completeness and accuracy; coordinate follow-ups as needed
• Develop control checklists and ensure strong governance including checks on the quality of returns
• Supervise the tax refunds process
• Follow up the tax audit queries with internal & external auditors
• Monitor changes in tax laws/regulations and assess the impact on the organization’s operations
• Support in assessing tax compliance requirements for new projects
• Support audit-related data collection and response preparation
• Contribute to software implementation/migration efforts and process improvement initiatives
• Help tax leaders identify the tax risks and recommend actions
• Drive change through transition of work for Clients from UAE location to global center including setting-up and expansion of tax COE

• Work with local leadership in developing the tax function and provide guidance to finance and non-finance departments regarding tax compliance requirements

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong technical knowledge of tax laws, compliance, and advisory practices
• Analytical mindset with a structured and detail-oriented approach
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English
• Fluency in English
• Open and adaptable attitude, embracing diverse challenges in a supportive and dynamic environment
• Proficient in ERPs – SAP, Oracle, etc
• Preferably 6-10 years’ experience in direct and indirect tax compliances
• Experience of handling Taxation and accounting functions of multiple legal entities

Education & Qualifications:

• Minimum 6-8 years of experience in UAE VAT and Indirect Tax compliance.
• Strong background in UAE VAT and Indirect tax compliance
• Familiarity with tax preparation and tools knowledge is preferred

• CA or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business is desirable

  DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief.