Lead Tax Specialist

Description

We are one of the leading companies in the field of managing residential complexes, business centers, shopping malls, and other real estate assets. We are looking for a Lead Tax Specialist who will independently manage our company's tax accounting and reporting processes, ensuring the correct and timely fulfillment of tax obligations.

This role will be responsible for establishing and maintaining the tax accounting system, preparing relevant declarations and reports, managing relationships with tax authorities, and mitigating tax risks.

To succeed in this position, the ability to apply tax legislation to practical operations, independently manage processes from start to finish, and take responsibility for the results is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Establishment and Management of Tax Accounting

• Establish a tax accounting system in line with the company's operational specifics, prepare tax registers, and ensure the accuracy of accounting.
• Ensure the correct classification of transactions for tax purposes and their substantiation with relevant documents.
• Reconcile tax accounting data with accounting records, investigate discrepancies, and ensure appropriate adjustments are made.
• Ensure the completeness, traceability, and systematic storage of documents and information supporting tax calculations.

Tax Reporting and Fulfillment of Obligations

• Independently prepare all tax declarations and reports applicable to the company's operations and submit them within the established deadlines.
• Correctly calculate tax liabilities, verifying the completeness and accuracy of calculations.
• Manage the tax reporting and payment calendar, overseeing the timely execution of payments.
• Regularly reconcile accounts with tax authorities, investigate and take measures to resolve discrepancies such as debts, overpayments, etc.

Relations with Tax Authorities and Audit Monitoring

• Manage correspondence with tax authorities, preparing substantiated responses to incoming inquiries and notifications.
• Investigate discrepancies identified during desk audits, providing explanations and supporting documents in a timely manner.
• Accompany tax audits, coordinating the preparation of required information and documents.
• Analyze audit results, substantiate the company's tax position, and monitor the implementation of necessary measures.

Tax Risk Management and Process Improvement

• Evaluate the tax implications of current and planned transactions, identify potential risks, and develop proposals for their mitigation.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation, assess their impact on the company's operations, and apply them to accounting processes.
• Advise finance, accounting, and other departments on the tax aspects of transactions.
• Strengthen internal control over tax processes, implementing improvements to reduce manual labor and the risk of errors.
• Provide clear and substantiated information to management regarding tax obligations, risks, and pending issues.

Requirements

• Higher education in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or other relevant fields.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the tax field.
• In-depth knowledge of the tax legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the ability to apply this knowledge to practical operations.
• Practical experience in independently managing the company's tax accounting, preparing declarations and reports, and fulfilling tax obligations.
• Experience in preparing tax registers, reconciling accounts, and analyzing accounting data.
• Experience in managing correspondence with tax authorities, investigating desk audit discrepancies, and accompanying tax audits.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and 1C software, ability to use electronic tax services.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to effectively manage priorities and deadlines, make independent decisions, and take responsibility for work outcomes.
• Professional communication, ability to present a substantiated position, and effective collaboration skills with various departments.

Job Type - Full-time

Benefits

• Opportunity to independently manage tax accounting and reporting processes at FMG, a leading company in the real estate sector.
• Opportunity to directly contribute to establishing the tax accounting system, strengthening internal controls, and improving processes.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the tax aspects of various business transactions.
• Opportunities for professional development and support in obtaining relevant certifications.
• Competitive salary and bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.

Interested candidates can apply by clicking the link under the Apply button.