Tax and Legal Services - Tax - ITS Technology - Manager - Dubai

Job Description

& SummaryA career within International Tax Services will provide you with the opportunity to help PwC address their cross border tax needs both locally and globally by managing their global tax rates, finding areas of cost reduction, and responding to inquiries from regulatory authorities. Youll gain a global perspective and an awareness of tax issues stemming from changes to evolving business structures and geographic expansions. Our International Tax Services Generalist - Practice Support team advises PwC Client Services team advises clients on tax laws and reporting, legislation and planning strategies based on the geography and jurisdiction. Youll be assisting our team with local tax laws, reporting requirements, statutory filings, corporate strategy, transfer pricing and indirect tax and other international taxation needs.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.As a Manager, youll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

• Develop new skills outside of comfort zone.
• Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.
• Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.
• Analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.
• Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.
• Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firms/clients expectations.
• Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.
• Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.
• Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.
• Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.
• Uphold the firms code of ethics and business conduct.

Job overview:As part of the Tax Transformation and Technology, you will join a team of skilled tax and technology professionals focused on standardizing and enhancing tax-related data and processes through innovative technology solutions. Your responsibilities will include improving and optimizing client internal processes related to direct taxes, identifying relevant data points in client data sources and aiding in the selection and integration of the most suitable technology solutions, whether through ERP system enhancements or specialized add-ons like Longview or OneSource Tax Provisioning. You will help design and implement tools and processes specific to BEPS Pillar Two tax needs while collaborating closely with our global network of tax advisory and consulting teams. This role demands a proactive, innovative mindset and a commitment to delivering cutting-edge tax technology solutions to some of the most challenging tax Tax Technology Senior Associate profile About you:

• Minimum 2 years or relevant working experience either in accounting or technology and finance.
• You have a good understanding of accounting and overall direct tax processes.
• Knowledge of the data requirements and the associated challenges, and be able to articulate this to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Discuss the different solutions and how to use ancillary technology to automate/streamline the process.
• Experience with direct tax technology implementation is a bonus: Oracle TRCS, Longview, OneSource, OneStream, Orbitax, SAP PaPm, Anaplan or similar solutions.
• You are able to bridge the gap between IT and Tax professionals tackling complex issues in a simple and understandable way.
• Ability to analyze complex tax issues, identify potential risks and opportunities, and develop innovative tax technology solutions to address them.
• Given the evolving nature of tax regulations and technology trends, the candidate should demonstrate a willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new tools and methodologies.
• You are a team player who loves collaborating with people from around the world.
• You are fluent in English.

Tax Technology Manager profile About you:

• Minimum 6 years or relevant working experience either in tax accounting or technology and finance.
• You have a proven track record of managing engagements and teams.
• You are able to work under demanding deadlines and client expectations.
• You have the entrepreneurial spirit and you are able to identify new opportunities and offerings.
• Knowledge of the data requirements and the associated challenges, and be able to articulate this to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Discuss the different solutions and how to use ancillary technology to automate/streamline the process.
• You have a good understanding of accounting and overall direct tax processes.
• Experience with direct tax technology implementation is a bonus: Oracle TRCS, Longview, OneSource, OneStream, Orbitax, SAP PaPm, Anaplan or similar solutions.
• You are able to bridge the gap between IT and Tax professionals tackling complex issues in a simple and understandable way.
• Ability to analyze complex tax issues, identify potential risks and opportunities, and develop innovative tax technology solutions to address them.
• Given the evolving nature of tax regulations and technology trends, the candidate should demonstrate a willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new tools and methodologies.
• You are a team player who loves collaborating with people from around the world.
• Strong understanding of international taxation principles, particularly in the context of BEPS and Pillar 2 regulations. Knowledge of transfer pricing, country-by-country reporting, and other tax compliance requirements is essential.
• Good understanding of accounting (e.g. IFRS).
• You are fluent in English.

Desired:

• A professional qualification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CA (Chartered Accountant), or CTA (Chartered Tax Adviser).
• Strong understanding of international taxation principles, particularly in the context of BEPS and Pillar 2 regulations. Knowledge of transfer pricing, country-by-country reporting, and other tax compliance requirements.
• Previous experience in tax technology implementation projects, tax process automation, or tax advisory services focusing on technology solutions would be advantageous.
• Programming skills, particularly in languages commonly used in data analysis such as Python, R, or SQL. Ability to manipulate and analyze large datasets to extract meaningful insights for tax reporting and compliance purposes.
• Good understanding of accounting (IFRS)

Annex:About the team:

• You will work with a team of tax and tax technology specialists that automate direct tax operations and implement or develop technology solutions.
• You will be part of business development activities to grow our team and offerings.
• You will have an active client facing role to tackle complex direct tax operation issues and advice on which technology is most suited (ERP, Tax software) or other tailor-made solutions.
• You will provide both functional requirements for implementation but also design high-level architecture solutions.
• You will work alongside the PwC network and collaborate to implement technology solutions such as ERP implementation, tax reporting softwares or consolidation tools.

Education Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications Required SkillsOptional SkillsDesired Languages Travel RequirementsAvailable for Work Visa SponsorshipGovernment Clearance Required

Keyskills :
Anaplan python Erp Sql accounting ifrs onesource Transfer Pricing Indirect Tax Taxation Reporting

About Company

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 8,000 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 328,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.