Manager, Accounting & Tax

Role Overview

Manager, Accounting & Tax at ADNOC, a global energy maritime logistics leader and the dedicated logistics arm for ADNOC Group. The role is based within the organization.

Company Overview

ADNOC is a global energy maritime logistics leader with a world-class asset base. The company serves as the dedicated and vital logistics arm for ADNOC Group, providing mission-critical and highly specialized services across ADNOC's entire value chain. The organization provides market-leading, cost-competitive maritime and logistics solutions to over 100 global customers and ships to more than 50 countries worldwide. The company is committed to delivering world-class, innovative, and efficient solutions while prioritizing safety and setting the highest standards in shipping and maritime operations, with a focus on pioneering new frontiers in sustainability.

Role Purpose

Manage tax compliance and strategy across the organization, overseeing all aspects of tax compliance, reporting, and planning.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Filing

• Ensure accurate and timely filing of all required tax returns, including income tax, sales tax, and other applicable taxes.
• Prepare and review corporation tax calculations and returns.
• Prepare and review VAT calculations and returns.
• Maintain accurate and organized tax records and documentation to support tax filings and compliance.

Transfer Pricing & Intercompany Transactions

• Review Transfer Pricing procedures, business processes, and intercompany transactions in line with local Transfer Pricing Regulations, OECD guidelines, and the Group's existing Transfer Pricing Policy to ensure Transfer Pricing compliance.
• Advise businesses on Transfer Pricing matters.
• Ensure correct and timely filing of all Transfer Pricing Documentation, including TP Master Files, TP Local Files, and Intercompany transaction Reporting.

Tax Strategy & Optimization

• Develop and implement tax strategies to optimize the company's tax position, including minimizing tax liabilities and maximizing available tax benefits.
• Review the Group Structure and advise on tax optimization.
• Identify and assess tax risks and opportunities, keeping the company informed of potential tax implications of business decisions.

Regulatory & Reporting Obligations

• Prepare Country-by-Country Reporting (CbCR) documents and file with Tax Authorities.
• Prepare and review financial statements to ensure compliance with accounting and tax standards, making necessary adjustments as needed.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in tax laws and regulations, conducting research to interpret their impact on the organization.

Tax Audit & Government Relations

• Manage tax audits, inquiries, and examinations by government authorities, providing required documentation and support.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and mentor a team of tax professionals, assigning tasks, reviewing work, and providing guidance on tax matters.
• Work closely with other departments, such as finance, legal, and operations, to ensure tax considerations are integrated into business strategies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Professional qualification such as CA, ACCA, or CPA, or a Master's degree in Law.
• Minimum 3–4 years of experience working as a Tax Manager in a Big 4 firm or multinational corporation.
• Minimum 7 years of experience dealing with Corporate Income Tax, Transfer Pricing, and VAT in the GCC or Europe, with a proven track record of managing tax compliance and planning.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of tax laws, regulations, and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in tax software and financial reporting tools.