Tax Executive

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"Keep Moving" 永不止步

ANTA was established in 1991, while ANTA Sports Products Limited, a widely recognized global sportswear company, was listed on the Main Board of HKEx in 2007 (Stock Codes: 2020 (HKD counter) and RMB counter)). The mission of the company is to integrate the sports spirit of "Going Beyond Oneself" into everyone's daily life. ANTA Sports principally engages in design, R&D, manufacturing, marketing and sales of professional sports products including footwear, apparel and accessories. Over the years, the company formed three brand groups: Performance Sports Brands, Fashion Sports Brands and Outdoor Sports Brands, empowering everyone who loves sports. By embracing an all-round brand portfolio including ANTA, FILA, DESCENTE, KOLON SPORT and MAIA ACTIVE, etc., ANTA Sports aims to unlock the potential of both the mass and high-end sportswear markets. ANTA Sports is also the largest shareholder of Amer Sports, Inc., a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, including Arc'teryx, Salomon, Wilson, Peak Performance, and Atomic, whose shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: AS).

Job Description – Tax Executive

Position Overview

The Tax Specialist is responsible for comprehensive tax compliance, tax planning, and advisory support across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and other expansion markets. This role ensures full compliance with local tax regulations, supports new country set-ups, and provides tax-efficient solutions to business initiatives including e-commerce operations, marketplace invoicing, and e-invoicing system requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Indirect Tax Compliance (VAT – UAE & Saudi Arabia)

• Prepare, review, and submit VAT returns (FTA & ZATCA) for UAE and KSA.
• Ensure accurate VAT documentation and timely reconciliations.
• Monitor VAT regulation updates and assess business impact.
• Manage VAT audits and provide required documentation.

2. Corporate Income Tax (CIT)

• Handle corporate income tax filings, calculations, documentation, and annual submissions.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Corporate Tax Law and KSA corporate tax rules.
• Support audit queries, tax provisions, and deferred tax calculations.

3. Tax Planning (GCC area)

• Develop tax-efficient strategies for business operations, new market entry, new business models, and restructuring.
• Conduct tax risk assessments and recommend mitigation measures.
• Analyze cross-border transactions, transfer pricing exposure, and regional tax impact.
• Evaluate tax implications of contracts, commercial deals, supply chain flows, and pricing structures.
• Provide tax insights for expansions into new GCC or international markets.

4. TRN Registration & New Entity / New Country Setup

• Lead VAT/Tax Registration (TRN) for:
• Newly incorporated entities
• Newly entered countries or regions
• Multi-establishment / branch registration
• Prepare required documentation, system setups, and coordinate with tax authorities.
• Ensure timely onboarding and activation of TRN certificates in ERP and e-invoicing systems.

5. Daily Tax Advisory & Support

· Provide timely tax consultation to internal departments, offering guidance on:

• UAE & KSA tax regulations, compliance obligations, and regulatory updates
• Tax planning for new business models, market expansion, restructuring, and cross-border transactions
• Review and issuance of Amazon and other marketplace tax invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance
• VAT treatments for promotions, discounts, intercompany transactions, imports/exports, logistics flows, and operational changes

· Support the initial setup, testing, and continuous compliance of the UAE e-Invoicing System (Phase 1 and Phase 2).

· Provide tax input on commercial contracts, pricing models, and procurement decisions to ensure tax-efficient outcomes.

· Respond to tax-related queries from finance, operations, commercial, supply chain, and other business teams in a timely manner.

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Additional Requirement:
Assist in developing and implementing finance-related SOPs, internal control processes, and compliance documentation to support strong financial governance.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• Mandarin speaking is a plus
• Professional qualification preferred (e.g., CTA, CPA, ACCA).
• 2-4 years of tax experience, ideally in UAE/KSA tax environment.
• Strong knowledge of UAE VAT, KSA VAT, UAE Corporate Tax, and related regulations.
• Experience with e-invoicing systems and marketplace platforms (e.g., Amazon) is an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to interpret tax laws.
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/ZOHO preferred).
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-border environment.