Tax and Compliance Officer

About Culligan Middle EastCulligan Middle East is a leading water solutions provider serving customers across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and the wider GCC region. We specialize in drinking water, water treatment systems, industrial and process water solutions, HORECA water applications, water treatment chemicals, and after-sales service support.With a diverse workforce and a strong customer base spanning residential, commercial, industrial, and hospitality sectors, we are committed to delivering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality water solutions that improve lives and support business success. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on customer satisfaction, operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement.At Culligan Middle East, we offer opportunities to grow, learn, and make a meaningful impact while contributing to a purpose-driven organization dedicated to providing better water for our customers and communities.About the RolePosition - Tax and compliance officerResponsibilitiesTax CompliancePrepare, review, and submit VAT returns across GCC jurisdictions.Prepare, review, and submit WHT returns across GCC (If applicable) jurisdictions.Reporting Contract with Tax authorities if applicable.Ensure compliance with UAE Corporate Tax and other GCC tax regulations.Monitor and implement changes in tax laws affecting business operations.Review tax calculations, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.Handle tax registrations, amendments, and de-registrations with tax authorities.Ensure timely payment of taxes and statutory dues.Corporate Tax & Transfer PricingPrepare Corporate Tax Computations and supporting schedules.Support transfer pricing documentation and reporting requirements.Assist in tax planning initiatives while ensuring legal compliance.Review intercompany transactions from a tax and compliance perspective.Monitor tax risk exposures and recommend corrective actions.Coordinate with Group Tax, Finance, and external advisors on Pillar Two reporting requirements.Assist in gathering, validating, and maintaining data required for GloBE (Global Anti-Base Erosion) calculations.Support preparation of Effective Tax Rate (ETR) analyses and Pillar Two impact assessments.Audit & Risk ManagementSupport internal and external audits related to taxation and compliance.Assess compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies.Conduct periodic compliance reviews and identify gaps.Prepare reports for management on compliance status and tax exposure.Implement corrective action plans arising from audit findings.Documentation & ReportingMaintain accurate records of tax filings, assessments, and correspondence.Prepare monthly tax and compliance status reports.Develop dashboards to track compliance deadlines and obligations.Ensure document retention in accordance with local regulations.Stakeholder ManagementPartner with Finance, Legal, Procurement, HR, and Operations teams.Provide tax guidance on contracts, business transactions, and new projects.Support management in strategic decision-making from a tax perspective.QualificationsExperience3 to 7 years of experience in taxation, compliance, or finance.Experience within GCC jurisdictions is mandatory.Required SkillsStrong understanding of:GCC VAT RegulationsUAE Corporate TaxTransfer PricingUBO RegulationsRegulatory ReportingPillar 2Technical SkillsStrong knowledge of GCC tax legislation.Experience with ERP systemsAdvanced Excel skills.Understanding of audit and internal control frameworks.