Finance Manager

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Finance Manager - Corporate TaxReports to:

Head of FinanceDirect Reports:

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Dubai (UAE) with the expectation to travel as necessary to other operating jurisdictions.About J. Awan & PartnersAt

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, we believe in challenging the status quo every day, delivering seamless excellence to our customers across the world. We challenge the status quo by making tailor-made solutions to meet the specific requirements of our client's business interests, delivering our solutions to their needs with effective simplicity. We understand that time is precious and as such our tailor-made solutions are simple to understand, simple to embed and simple to use.

Do you want to join our team?We are a fast-growing GRC consulting and technology organization with a presence in several countries including the UAE, KSA, UK & Ireland, Pakistan, Canada, and Qatar. We provide Regulatory Compliance, AML, Risk Management, Regulatory Finance, Training, Internal Audit, HR & Recruitment, and Technology services to many clients including global, regional, and local financial services institutions, governments, and other industry partners.As part of our global expansion plan, we are now looking for an ambitious and dynamic leader with a strong background in corporate tax to join our UAE team.Job PurposeWe are seeking an outstanding tax professional to deliver top quality client experiences, maintaining the best standard of care in tax services in the Middle East. You will help our clients meet their tax obligations while managing the impact tax has on their business. The role will involve advising clients on their overseas tax affairs, while also helping them navigate recent global tax developments.Duties and Responsibilities1. Corporate Tax AdviceAdvise clients on the planning implications of international projects.Liaise with global tax partners to ensure clients are tax compliant in various jurisdictions.Successful delivery of tax compliance and advisory projects for a broad range of local and international clients across the financial services sector.Work with management in preparing detailed technical advice in relation to various tax issues.Managing and building strong client relationships in both compliance and consulting projects.Delivers high quality tax engagements for Senior Management to review in a timely manner.Actively undertakes business development in conjunction with senior management with existing as well as new/potential clients with a view to generating projects and revenue for the tax practice and for other functions of the Firm.Build relationships both within the firm and externally with clients.Contribute to winning new work through existing and new clients.Ensure that risk processes are always adhered to; consults internally and with the risk team for engagement and/or client processes that deviate from the standard.Participates in developing formal training plans and implementation of the training plan for team members.Communicates regularly with the team on client, people, risk, and practice management aspects and seeks inputs on all key decisions and issues.2. Personal ResponsibilitiesAssist us to ensure that the

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culture and brand are strong, understood and trusted by our colleagues and our clients.Support the business to attract, train and retain the best in market talent for its UAE and global presence.Provide coaching and development support to team members ensuring our people are well equipped, well engaged, and well rewarded for high-performance and loyalty.Skills and ExperienceJ. Awan

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seeks a dynamic leader with prior tax experience who is looking to take their career to the next level within a forward-thinking company with significant growth aspirations. A goal-oriented, high achieving, motivational individual who is passionate about providing high quality tax advice in a multijurisdictional environment. At

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, we believe in providing an environment where you can fully express your unique talents and we deliver unparalleled learning and development opportunities for those who share our vision.Experience (essential to any successful application)You will have at least 10 years of relevant work experience in a similar role within the financial services industry.A professional (tax or accounting) qualification (e.g., ACA, CTA, ADIT, ACCA or equivalent) is preferred.Prior experience in a client-facing role is essential, preferably within the Big 4.Experience in withholding tax process will be preferred.SkillsA highly capable individual who can overcome challenges and adapt to new ways of working to deliver results.Proven ability in building partnerships, collaborating, and influencing clients, team members, and regulators.Outstanding analytical skills.Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively interact at all levels within the firm and with clients and regulators.Highly motivated self-starter with demonstrable ability to work independently and problem solve.Demonstrable organizational and time management skills.Significant will and ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.QualificationsMinimum bachelor's degree from a leading university with concentration preferably in finance, accounting, or economics.Candidates with ACA, CTA, ADIT, ACCA or equivalent.Compensation & BenefitsHighly competitive salary and benefits package for the right individual.Profit share plan.Medical Insurance.Excellent working environment and opportunities for growth.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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