Manager – Taxation will be responsible for managing and overseeing all taxation matters of the organization, including Tax planning, compliance, filings, advisory, handling audits and coordination with provincial and federal tax authorities (i.e., SRB, PRA & FBR). The role ensures accurate and timely submission of all tax-related returns and supports tax planning initiatives while ensuring adherence to statutory regulations. In addition, will also be responsible to support recording of payment and receipts into the ERP.

 

Main responsibilities include:

·        Prepare, review, and file monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns, including Income Tax, Sales Tax, Withholding Tax, and Provincial Taxes.

·        Oversee accurate deduction and deposit of withholding taxes on payments to vendors, contractors and payroll

·        Manage issuance of withholding certificates to vendors.

·        Manage exemption certificate of vendors for monitoring purposes.

·        Monitor and ensure compliance with tax exemptions applicable to NPOs

·        Advise management on tax implications of grants, donations, projects, contracts etc.

·        Liaison with tax advisor for timely receiving of exemptions.

·        Keep abreast of changes/ updates in tax laws, SROs, and circulars and advise management accordingly.

·        Handle tax audits, assessments, and notices from FBR and provincial tax authorities.

·        Prepare replies, documentation, and attend hearings as required.

·        Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping for audits.

·        Support statutory audits by providing required tax data and reconciliations.

·        Develop and implement internal controls related to taxation

·        Prepare and support recording of payment and receipts into the ERP.

·        Any other tasks, as assigned by the line manager.

• Strong analytical and tax technical skills.
• Excellent command over MS Excel and ERP systems.
• Good communication and drafting skills for dealing with authorities.
• Ability to handle deadlines and work under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ethical, professional, and confidentiality-focused

Self-driven and able to work with minimum supervision

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field.
• Preferred: ACCA / CA Part Qualified / ICMA / CPA or equivalent

• 5-8 years of relevant experience in taxation (corporate sector or reputable tax firm). Preference will be given to experience of tax firm or tax department of big 4 audit firms
• Strong knowledge of Income Tax Ordinance 2001, Sales Tax Act 1990, Provincial Tax Laws.