16 Tax Senior jobs in Bahrain
Tax & Legal Services - Tax - Indirect Tax - Manager - Manama
Posted 3 days ago
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Line of Service
Tax
Industry/Sector
Specialism
General Tax Consulting
Management Level
Manager
Job Description & Summary
We are looking for candidates to join our growing Tax Team in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The right candidate(s) will be based in Bahrain but have responsibilities too in KSA’s Eastern Province/Khobar, across the causeway. Specifically we are searching for a tax manager to join our Middle East Indirect Tax Practice – Indirect Taxes for us cover Value Added Tax, Customs Duty, Excise Tax and Real Estate Transaction Tax as well as electronic invoicing. The candidate we need should also have some experience in Bahrain’s new Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax, and be prepared to do work across both Indirect and Direct Taxes.
Role
The role primarily involves advisory, compliance and disputes work in Tax covering not only Bahrain, but also extends across the Middle East (including in particular Indirect Taxes in the Gulf Co-operative Council Region – KSA, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and the UAE). This is an exciting time for those who choose to become Tax specialists in the Middle East - e-Invoicing, VAT, Excise Tax, Customs Duty and RETT is coming to many countries and already implemented in a number.
The manager role requires at least four years of experience in Indirect Tax, working in an in-house finance function, at a tax authority or for a consultancy firm
Tax manager attributes:
Indirect Tax (VAT, Excise Tax, RETT and/or Customs Duty) work experience. Good working knowledge of GCC VAT Framework, KSA VAT, Bahrain VAT or similar Indirect Tax system
- Some experience of Bahrain DMTT work, or Corporate Income Tax/Withholding Tax/Direct Tax projects
- Track record in writing advice, memos, letters and emails on Indirect Tax matters
- Practical experience of application of technical Indirect Tax rules and regulations
- Managerial experience in running a small team, working both in the office and remotely
- Tax authority, general finance, accounting or consulting/accounting firm experience of at least four years
- Experience of appeals, objections and challenges to tax authority positions would be an advantage (but not a must-have) in Bahrain and / or elsewhere.
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Tax, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Corporate Tax Planning, Creativity, Customs Brokerage, Customs Regulations, Customs Tariffs, Customs Valuation, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Indirect Tax, Indirect Tax Controversies, Input Value Added Tax (VAT), Intellectual Curiosity, International Taxation, Learning Agility, Optimism, Professional Courage {+ 17 more}
Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Not Specified
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Yes
Government Clearance Required?
Yes
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Tax & Legal Services - Tax - Indirect Tax - Manager - Manama
Posted 11 days ago
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Tax & Legal Services - Tax - Indirect Tax - Manager - Manama
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OverviewWe are looking for candidates to join our growing Tax Team in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The right candidate(s) will be based in Bahrain but have responsibilities also in KSA’s Eastern Province/Khobar, across the causeway. The role is to join the Middle East Indirect Tax Practice – Indirect Taxes, covering Value Added Tax, Customs Duty, Excise Tax and Real Estate Transaction Tax, as well as electronic invoicing. The candidate should also have some experience in Bahrain’s new Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax and be prepared to work across both Indirect and Direct Taxes.
Responsibilities- Advisory, compliance and disputes work in Tax, covering Bahrain and the wider Middle East (with emphasis on Indirect Taxes in GCC regions – KSA, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, UAE)
- Work on e-Invoicing, VAT, Excise Tax, Customs Duty and RETT; contribute to related Middle East projects
- Support across both Indirect and Direct Taxes as required
- Assist with Bahrain DMTT work and related tax projects where applicable
- Manage and contribute to a small team, coordinating in-office and remote work
- Minimum four years of experience in Indirect Tax, in-house, tax authority, or consultancy
- Experience in Indirect Tax areas: VAT (GCC/KSA/Bahrain or similar), Excise Tax, RETT and/or Customs Duty
- Good working knowledge of GCC VAT Framework or equivalent systems
- Experience with Bahrain DMTT and/or Corporate/Direct Tax projects is a plus
- Ability to write clear advice, memos, and communications on Indirect Tax matters
- Experience with appeals, objections and challenges to tax authority positions is advantageous
Degrees/Field of Study: Not specified in the posting. Certifications: Not specified in the posting.
Additional Information- Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: Yes
- Government Clearance Required: Yes
- Travel Requirements: Not Specified
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Legal
- Industries: Business Consulting and Services
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#J-18808-LjbffrTax & Legal Services - Tax - Indirect Tax - Manager - Manama
Posted 21 days ago
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Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 12,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 370,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.
Line of Service
Tax
Industry/Sector
Specialism
General Tax Consulting
Management Level
Manager
Job Description & Summary
We are looking for candidates to join our growing Tax Team in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The right candidate(s) will be based in Bahrain but have responsibilities too in KSA’s Eastern Province/Khobar, across the causeway. Specifically we are searching for a tax manager to join our Middle East Indirect Tax Practice – Indirect Taxes for us cover Value Added Tax, Customs Duty, Excise Tax and Real Estate Transaction Tax as well as electronic invoicing. The candidate we need should also have some experience in Bahrain’s new Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax, and be prepared to do work across both Indirect and Direct Taxes.
Role
The role primarily involves advisory, compliance and disputes work in Tax covering not only Bahrain, but also extends across the Middle East (including in particular Indirect Taxes in the Gulf Co-operative Council Region – KSA, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and the UAE). This is an exciting time for those who choose to become Tax specialists in the Middle East - e-Invoicing, VAT, Excise Tax, Customs Duty and RETT is coming to many countries and already implemented in a number.
The manager role requires at least four years of experience in Indirect Tax, working in an in-house finance function, at a tax authority or for a consultancy firm
Tax Manager Attributes
Indirect Tax (VAT, Excise Tax, RETT and/or Customs Duty) work experience. Good working knowledge of GCC VAT Framework, KSA VAT, Bahrain VAT or similar Indirect Tax system
- Some experience of Bahrain DMTT work, or Corporate Income Tax/Withholding Tax/Direct Tax projects
- Track record in writing advice, memos, letters and emails on Indirect Tax matters
- Practical experience of application of technical Indirect Tax rules and regulations
- Managerial experience in running a small team, working both in the office and remotely
- Tax authority, general finance, accounting or consulting/accounting firm experience of at least four years
- Experience of appeals, objections and challenges to tax authority positions would be an advantage (but not a must-have) in Bahrain and / or elsewhere.
Degrees/Field Of Study Required
Degrees/Field of Study preferred:
Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Business Tax, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Corporate Tax Planning, Creativity, Customs Brokerage, Customs Regulations, Customs Tariffs, Customs Valuation, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Indirect Tax, Indirect Tax Controversies, Input Value Added Tax (VAT), Intellectual Curiosity, International Taxation, Learning Agility, Optimism, Professional Courage {+ 17 more}
Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Not Specified
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Yes
Government Clearance Required?
Yes
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Tax Manager
Posted 6 days ago
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Responsibility:
- Handle tax compliance related inquiries on daily basis, and provide tax compliance solutions;
- Responsible for daily invoice operation and management, follow up on the implementation of invoicing solution, and optimize the processes of invoice issuance and verification;
- Responsible for tax filing and compliance management of all types of taxes;
- Responsible for handling simple and basic inquires from tax authorities, maintain a smooth communication channel with the in-charge tax bureau;
- Assist in handling tax audits cases initiated by in-charge tax bureau;
- Responsible for daily communication with external advisors;
- Assist in handling tax issues arised from the company's annual finance audit and other finance reporting works;
- Participate in the construction of tax system.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- English proficiency to support daily finance and taxation communication, oral communication and written communication with external firms and other institutions;
- Attributes:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills: To analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues.
- Excellent communication skills: To explain complex tax information clearly and concisely to various stakeholders.
- Attention to detail: Accuracy is critical in tax compliance, so meticulousness is essential.
- Knowledge of tax laws and regulations: A thorough understanding of relevant tax codes is fundamental.
- Proficiency in relevant software and tools: This may include accounting software, tax preparation software, and data analysis tools.
- Experience with tax audits: Some roles require experience in handling or preparing for tax audits.
Senior Tax Accountant
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Senior Tax Accountant
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- Preparing and reviewing complex tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts.
- Developing and implementing effective tax planning strategies to minimize client tax liabilities.
- Providing expert advice on tax implications of business decisions and transactions.
- Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
- Conducting thorough tax research on current legislation and changes impacting clients.
- Responding efficiently and effectively to tax notices and audits from various tax authorities.
- Building and nurturing strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
- Managing multiple client engagements, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines.
- Mentoring and supervising junior accountants and tax preparers.
- Identifying and recommending improvements to tax processes and client services.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field.
- CPA license required or in progress with a clear path to obtaining it.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in tax accounting, preferably in public accounting.
- Extensive knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations.
- Proficiency with tax preparation software (e.g., Lacerte, ProSystem fx) and accounting software.
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client service skills.
- Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple priorities.
- Experience with tax research databases (e.g., CCH, RIA Checkpoint).
Senior Tax Accountant
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Senior Tax Accountant
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Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review complex federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and corporations.
- Provide tax planning and advisory services to clients to optimize their tax positions.
- Conduct thorough tax research on complex issues and provide recommendations.
- Identify and implement strategies to minimize tax liabilities for clients.
- Respond to inquiries from tax authorities and represent clients in audits or other proceedings.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest changes in tax laws and regulations.
- Manage a portfolio of tax clients, ensuring timely and accurate service delivery.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
- Assist in the training and development of junior tax staff.
- Ensure compliance with all professional and ethical standards.
- Utilize tax preparation software and accounting systems effectively.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field. CPA or Enrolled Agent designation preferred.
- Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in tax accounting.
- Proven expertise in tax preparation and planning for various entity types.
- Strong knowledge of current tax laws and regulations.
- Proficiency with tax software (e.g., ProSystem fx Tax, Lacerte) and accounting software.
- Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax matters clearly.
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Client-facing experience and strong interpersonal skills.
Tax Accounting - Senior Consultant - Bahrain
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Our teams leverage transformative technologies to deliver strategy and execution, from tax and regulatory obligations to operations and workforce management, to reduce risk and drive sustainable value. Tax has six sub-service lines which cover a wide range of issues: Business Tax Services, Global Compliance and Reporting, Global Law, Indirect Tax, International Tax and Transaction Services and People Advisory Services.
**The opportunity**
Our GCR tax service line operates as a team of highly experienced tax professionals who focus on delivering efficient and effective resources to companies in the region. Our goal is to improve quality, manage risk, create efficiency and drive value. Our market leading approach combines standard and efficient processes, highly effective tools and an extensive network of local tax and accounting professionals. Our clients benefit from an integrated, consistent, and flexible quality service to address direct and indirect tax compliance, statutory accounting and financial reporting, and tax accounting.
As part of a MENA team, you will be expected to provide high quality tax services to clients across a range of industries. You will also lead a team looking after service delivery, co-ordination, issue resolution, and contract management of large-scale projects where you will need to manage and coordinate the delivery of tax services by EY teams in the region.
**Your key responsibilities**
- You will combine strong technical tax and tax accounting skills with practical commercial, legislative and industry knowledge to be a part of /lead a team in providing tax services. You will be responsible for a team to help manage our clients’ tax compliance and tax reporting needs.
- You will establish, maintain and strengthen valued internal and external relationships and ensure that the services delivered to clients is of the highest quality.
- You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of client engagements, monitor progress and deliverables, put in place the necessary standardized processes, anticipate and identify risks, escalate issues as appropriate and drive performance-improvement solutions. You will also assist the team generating new business opportunities and build client networks for our GCR client base to grow in the region.
- You will create, lead and motivate high performing teams and build a positive learning culture, coaching and counseling junior team members to help them develop. You will assist in managing engagement economics by organizing staffing, tracking fees and communicating issues to project leaders. You will also be responsible for ensuring adherence to our Tax Quality guidelines.
**Skills and attributes for success**
If you are an excellent communicator and detail oriented tax/ tax accounting professional with a strong track record of management experience who is comfortable working across borders with a wide network of people, colleagues and with large amount of financial data, you will be perfect for the role.
**To qualify for the role you must have**
- A bachelor's degree with strong academic credentials in tax and accounting, business, finance, or any related essential fields.
- MBA, Masters or another related advanced degree and/or professional qualifications e.g. CA, CPA, ACCA, CTA, ADIT or equivalent professional qualification.
- A very strong knowledge and over 5 years of experience in domestic and international tax rules/regulations, tax compliance, tax accounting, IAS 12 and deferred taxes - especially around def tax impact on consolidations, goodwill, cross border transactions, disclosures, review an preparation of tax memorandums for provision for taxes including deferred taxes etc. etc., ideally within a large professional services company or similar environment.
- A very strong background in tax accounting and tax auditing, ideally within a large professional services company or similar environment.
- A strong track record of managerial, organizational and project management experience.
**Ideally, you will also have**
- Experience of dealing with multinational clients and ability to work in multi-cultural environment.
- In-depth commercial, legislative and industry knowledge.
**What we look for**
Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player th
Indirect Tax Assistant Manager - Bahrain
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MENA Indirect Tax Assistant Manager
Our globally coordinated tax professionals offer connected services across all tax disciplines to help our clients thrive in an era of rapid change. We combine our exceptional knowledge and experience with the people and technology platforms that make us an ideal partner for all their tax-related needs. In Tax, we equip clients to make better business decisions by bringing insights to the forefront. We help companies understand the tax policies and tax laws of governments around the world to plan and comply accordingly.
MENA Indirect Tax Assistant Manager
Our globally coordinated tax professionals offer connected services across all tax disciplines to help our clients thrive in an era of rapid change. We combine our exceptional knowledge and experience with the people and technology platforms that make us an ideal partner for all their tax-related needs. In Tax, we equip clients to make better business decisions by bringing insights to the forefront. We help companies understand the tax policies and tax laws of governments around the world to plan and comply accordingly.
Our teams leverage transformative technologies to deliver strategy and execution, from tax and regulatory obligations to operations and workforce management, to reduce risk and drive sustainable value. Tax has six sub-service lines which cover a wide range of issues: Business Tax Services, Global Compliance and Reporting, Global Law, Indirect Tax, International Tax and Transaction Services and People Advisory Services.
The opportunity
Joining our Indirect Tax team, you'll be a part of a globally integrated team helping leading organizations to move goods and services around the world more effectively. You'll combine your technical skills and practical experience across industries and geographies to provide tailored advice to clients. This will include identifying risk areas and sustainable planning opportunities for indirect taxes throughout the tax life cycle. You'll advise clients on VAT treatment of new and complex transactions and help resolve classification or other disputes and issues with the authorities. Your proactive, pragmatic and integrated strategies will help our clients achieve their potential in today's global environment.
Your Key Responsibilities
Client responsibilities
You are expected to work effectively as a member of a worldwide network of professional advisors, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress. You must also collaborate with a team of VAT professionals to combine diverse cross-border transaction experience with local tax knowledge across a broad spectrum of industries. Participating and assisting in preparing for meetings with management teams will be part of your role.
You will be assisting in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties. You will also develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel and build strong internal relationships within the VAT practice, Indirect Tax and across other service lines.
Technical responsibilities
You must build a deep understanding of the Customs Law and its practical application across the countries. You are expected to understand and apply the regional Free Trade Agreements and key customs concepts such as valuation, classification and origin. You will be identifying and discussing VAT considerations for clients to be aware of in their outbound investments. Engaging with colleagues in overseas offices to deliver VAT advice in respect of global jurisdictions will be part of your responsibilities. You will also prepare for the potential introduction of VAT in the different countries and to discuss with clients how this may impact them as well as work with internal teams to provide indirect tax expertise for audit and transaction projects.
Skills And Attributes For Success
You must be able to build strong client relationships & excellently communicate in a range of situations in both written and oral English. You should also be able to identify areas of risk, carry out an effective review and know when to refer upwards. You are expected to be a client focused and commercially aware team player with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels. You must also possess project management skills, plan and prioritise work, meet deadlines, monitor own budget. You should also be able to solve problems creatively and pragmatically.
To qualify for the role you must have
- A degree in economics, finance, tax or accounting
- A relevant Masters degree, CPA or ACA/CA/CPA/CMA/SOCPA/Law qualification/CTA or equivalent tax qualification
- At least 4 years of relevant experience as Indirect Tax professional
- Experience working for a Big 4 accounting firm is preferred. However, we will consider candidates with from law firms or with relevant industry experience
- Customs duty advisory experience is preferable, but we will also consider candidates with VAT/GST advisory experience
- Experience working in multicultural teams
- Good verbal/written communication skills
- Strong organizational, project management and analytical skills.
- Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
- Coordination and prioritization skills
- Independent in managing own workload, ability to work under pressure and to keep things moving and to juggle multiple tasks
- Excellent team player
Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.
What We Offer
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:
- Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
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Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.
Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today. Seniority level
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
- Industries Professional Services
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