✨ AI Summary
The Tax Accountant will be responsible for preparing and submitting various tax filings (VAT, WHT, Payroll) and ensuring compliance with Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA) regulations, including e-invoicing. This role involves organizing documentation for audits, reconciling tax balances, and providing tax advisory services to senior management based on changes in Egyptian tax legislation. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related commerce field, with 2-5+ years of experience in corporate tax or public accounting. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication in Arabic and English are essential. Proficiency in MS Excel, familiarity with accounting software, and ETA portal experience are required.
Requirements
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related commerce field.Experience: Typically 2 to 5+ years of experience in corporate tax or within the tax department of a public accounting/consulting firm.Local Tax Knowledge: Solid understanding of Egyptian Income Tax Law, VAT frameworks, and social insurance regulations.Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Oracle, SAP), and ETA portal experience.Soft Skills: Strong analytical capabilities, high attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication in Arabic and English.Certifications: Professional qualifications like CPA, CMA, or ACCA are highly preferred for senior roles.
Description
Core Job ResponsibilitiesTax Filings & Declarations: Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns, including VAT, Withholding Tax (WHT), and Payroll Taxes.ETA Compliance: Actively use the Egyptian Tax Authority's e-invoicing and e-receipt portal to process and track transactions. Audits & Inspections: Organize financial documentation, prepare working papers, and act as a liaison during tax inspections and audits by authoritiesReconciliations: Review invoices, reconcile tax balances, and ensure accurate tax treatments for expenses and revenues.Advisory: Track changes in Egyptian tax legislation and recommend tax-saving strategies to senior management