Head of Tax at Misr Technology Services

Cairo, Cairo, Egypt -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tax Leadership, Tax Compliance, Tax Authority Liaison, Tax Audits, Advisory, Risk Management, Tax Reporting, Documentation, Process Improvement, Excel, Accounting Systems, Communication, Decision-Making, Integrity, Accuracy, Pressure Management

Industry

Information Services

Description

Job Summary: The Head of Tax is responsible for leading and overseeing the company’s overall tax function, ensuring full compliance with Egyptian tax laws and regulations. The role includes supervising tax filings, managing relationships with the Egyptian Tax Authority, leading tax audits, and providing strategic and operational tax guidance to senior management. Strong prior experience in a Tax Firm is highly preferred. Key Responsibilities: Tax Leadership & Oversight Lead and oversee all tax-related activities of the company. Ensure the company’s tax position is compliant, accurate, and aligned with local regulations. Act as the tax subject-matter expert for management and internal stakeholders. Tax Compliance & Filing Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of all tax returns, including: Corporate Income Tax Value Added Tax (VAT) Withholding Tax Payroll Taxes Ensure all filings are completed accurately and submitted within statutory deadlines. Monitor changes in Egyptian tax laws and assess their impact on the company. Tax Authority & Audits Serve as the primary liaison with the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA). Lead tax audits, inspections, and examinations. Review audit findings, manage negotiations, and prepare responses and objections when required. Follow up on tax settlements, appeals, and disputes. Advisory & Risk Management Review contracts, agreements, and major transactions to ensure proper tax treatment. Provide tax advice to senior management on business decisions and operational matters. Identify tax risks and exposures and recommend practical mitigation actions. Reporting & Documentation Ensure proper maintenance of tax records, documentation, and correspondence. Review and present periodic tax reports to management. Ensure all tax files are well-organized and audit-ready. Process Improvement Improve tax processes, controls, and internal procedures. Coordinate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate tax data and reporting. Support automation and system improvements related to tax reporting (ERP is a plus). Qualifications & Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance). 7+ years of overall tax experience, including strong hands-on exposure. Previous experience in a tax firm is highly preferred. Proven experience dealing directly with the Egyptian Tax Authority and tax audits. Strong knowledge of Egyptian tax laws and practical application. Good command of Excel and accounting systems (ERP knowledge is an advantage). Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills. High level of accuracy, integrity, and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

The Head of Tax is responsible for leading the company's tax function, ensuring compliance with Egyptian tax laws, and managing relationships with the Egyptian Tax Authority. Key tasks include overseeing tax filings, leading audits, and providing strategic tax guidance to senior management.