Senior Specialist - Indirect Tax

About the role

The Senior Specialist – Indirect Tax will lead the execution, data management and compliance delivery for indirect taxes across APMM entities in the MEA and West Central Asia region. You will ensure accurate, timely filing and reporting in a data‑driven, digitised environment while supporting audit readiness and continuous process improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review indirect tax returns and supporting workpapers to meet all jurisdictional filing deadlines.
• Collect, process, analyse and reconcile data related to indirect tax payments and filings.
• Maintain evidence for tax positions and support future audits.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives for tax processes, controls and data quality.
• Monitor workflow, timelines and aging balances for indirect tax compliance.
• Support audit requirements for assigned jurisdictions and entities.
• Contribute to finance transformation projects and tax‑related initiatives.
• Research international indirect tax law and assist with tax planning, accounting and compliance.
• Prepare reports, reconciliations and respond to information requests from management, tax authorities and auditors.

Required profile

• Qualified Chartered Accountant, or Bachelor’s/MBA in Accounting, Taxation or related field.
• 4‑8 years post‑qualification experience in indirect tax compliance, data provision for international tax, and process improvement.
• Experience in shared services centres, large MNCs or Indian companies, preferably within a Big 4 environment.
• Proven ability to work with finance, advisory, service providers, auditors and tax authorities.

Required skills