Tax Officer

• Preparing and reviewing corporate income tax returns, VAT filings, and other tax-related submissions for client entities.

• Assisting with tax computations, deferred tax calculations, and tax provisions required for statutory financial reporting.

• Ensuring timely compliance with local tax deadlines and filing requirements.

• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of tax legislation, case law, and regulatory developments, and advising clients and internal teams on the potential impact of changes.

• Supporting the onboarding of new clients from a tax perspective, including assistance with KYC/AML requirements, tax registrations, and initial compliance checks.

• Responding to client vat and tax queries in a timely and professional manner, ensuring clear communication and practical guidance.

• Liaising with tax authorities on queries, audits, and assessments.

• Supporting the Head of Tax in preparing responses to regulatory inspections or requests.

• Contributing to process improvements and knowledge-sharing within the tax team.

• Assisting in drafting and maintaining internal tax policies, checklists, and working papers to support consistency and efficiency within the tax function.

• Staying informed of changes in Maltese corporate tax law, VAT rules, and international tax developments (e.g., OECD BEPS, CRS, FATCA, Pillar 2).

• Participating in ongoing training, CPD, and professional development activities to enhance technical knowledge and skills.

• Sharing updates, insights, and best practices with colleagues to support team development and collective expertise.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Taxation, Law, or related discipline (part-qualified professionals or individuals pursuing ACCA, ADIT, or equivalent qualifications are encouraged to apply).

• Prior experience in tax compliance, accounting, or a related role within a professional services or financial services environment is considered an asset.

• Knowledge of Maltese corporate tax, VAT legislation, and international tax frameworks.

• Familiarity with transfer pricing and economic substance requirements is an advantage.

• Strong technical and analytical skills with attention to detail in tax computations and compliance.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly.

• Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple deadlines.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.

• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with accounting or tax software/tools.

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