Deputy Manager Taxation and Audit

Overview

Job Description – Tax Assistant Manager
Position: Tax Assistant Manager

Location: Karachi

Department: Taxation

Reports to: Tax Manager

Job Summary:
The Tax Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting in tax compliance, planning, and reporting to ensure the company meets all legal tax obligations. This role ensures tax efficiency while minimizing risks.

Key Responsibilities:
– Assist in preparing and filing tax returns (corporate tax, VAT, GST, etc.).

– Ensure compliance with local, state, and international tax regulations.

– Conduct tax research and provide advisory support on tax matters.

– Support tax audits and liaise with tax authorities.

– Maintain tax records and ensure timely tax payments.

– Identify opportunities for tax optimization and efficiency.

– Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their impact.

– Work closely with finance and legal teams for tax planning.

Qualifications & Skills:
– Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

– Professional certification(CA,ACCA) preferred.

– 2-3 years of experience in taxation or finance.

– Strong knowledge of tax laws and regulations.

– Proficiency in tax software and financial reporting tools.

– Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to _______________

 

Managing tax compliance, conducting internal audits, preparing tax returns, analyzing financial data for tax implications, staying updated on tax regulations,

 

ensuring accurate and timely tax filings while maintaining compliance with relevant tax laws and standards.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Tax Compliance:

·         Prepare and file income tax returns, sales tax returns, and other relevant tax forms according to deadlines.

·         Conduct thorough tax calculations and reconciliations to ensure accuracy.

·         Monitor tax payments and manage tax liabilities.

·         Review and analyze tax regulations to identify potential tax saving opportunities.

·         Liaise with tax authorities on audit queries and compliance issues.

 

 

Tax Planning and Compliance:

– Assist in preparing and filing tax returns (corporate tax, VAT, GST, etc.)

– Ensure compliance with local, state, and international tax regulations

– Conduct tax research and provide advisory support on tax matters

– Support tax audits and liaise with tax authorities

– Maintain tax records and ensure timely tax payments

– Identify opportunities for tax optimization and efficiency

– Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their impact
– Work closely with finance and legal teams for tax planning

 

Urgently Required “Assistant Manager (Taxation & Audit)”

One of reputed Trading Company required a “Assistant Manager (Taxation & Audit)” is responsible for assisting in Tax Compliance, Planning, and reporting to ensure the company meets all legal Tax obligations.

This role ensures Tax efficiency while minimizing risks. Managing tax compliance, conducting internal audits, preparing tax returns, analyzing financial data for tax implications, staying updated on tax regulations.

ensuring accurate and timely tax filings while maintaining compliance with relevant tax laws and standards.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Tax Compliance:

– Prepare and file income tax returns, sales tax returns, and other relevant tax forms
according to deadlines.

– Conduct thorough tax calculations and reconciliations to ensure accuracy.

– Monitor tax payments and manage tax liabilities.

– Review and analyze tax regulations to identify potential tax saving opportunities.

– Liaise with tax authorities on audit queries and compliance issues.

Tax Planning and Compliance:

– Assist in preparing and filing tax returns (corporate tax, VAT, GST, etc.)

– Ensure compliance with local, state, and international tax regulations

– Conduct tax research and provide advisory support on tax matters

– Support tax audits and liaise with tax authorities

– Maintain tax records and ensure timely tax payments

– Identify opportunities for tax optimization and efficiency

– Monitor changes in tax laws and assess their impact
– Work closely with finance and legal teams for Tax planning

Internal Audit:

·         Execute internal audits to assess financial controls and compliance with company policies and regulations.

·         Identify potential risks and areas for improvement within internal controls.

·         Prepare audit reports detailing findings and recommendations.

·         Follow up on audit action items to ensure corrective measures are implemented

Tax Planning and Advisory:

·         Assist in developing tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities.

·         Provide tax advice to different departments within the organization on complex transactions and business decisions.

·         Conduct tax research on new regulations and case laws to identify potential tax implications.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

·         Gather and analyze financial data to prepare tax calculations and reports.

·         Utilize data analytics tools to identify trends and potential tax risks.

·         Generate comprehensive tax reports for management review.

Team Management:

·         Supervise and mentor junior tax and audit staff, providing guidance on technical aspects and compliance procedures.

·         Delegate tasks effectively and ensure team efficiency.

·         Provide training and development opportunities for team members.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

 

Professional accounting certification (CA, ACCA, CPA) preferred.

– 3-5 years of experience in Taxation or Finance.
– Strong understanding of tax laws and regulations, including income tax, sales tax,
and other relevant indirect taxes.
– Experience with tax software and accounting systems
– Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
– Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
– Excellent analytical and communication skills.

 

 

 

Ques # 01: How do you stay updated with the latest tax regulations and changes ?

Ques # 02:   Can you describe a complex tax issue or problem you encountered in your previous
role and how you resolved it?

 

Ques # 03: How do you ensure accuracy and attention to detail in your tax preparation work?

6. Can you explain your approach to managing multiple tax projects and deadlines simultaneously?

7. How do you handle client communication and ensure a high level of client satisfaction in your tax work?

8. Have you ever identified opportunities for tax savings or optimizations for your clients? If yes, please provide an example.

9. How do you prioritize confidentiality and data security in handling sensitive tax information?

10. Can you describe a time when you had to work collaboratively with a team to complete a tax project successfully?

11. How do you handle situations where there are conflicting interpretations or uncertainties in tax laws or regulations?

12. Can you explain your process for conducting tax research when faced with unfamiliar or complex tax issues?

13. How do you approach continuous professional development to enhance your tax knowledge and skills?

14. Can you share any experience you have in dealing with tax audits or inquiries from tax authorities?

15. What do you find most rewarding about working as a Tax Assistant, and what motivates you to excel in this field?