Committed Tax Leader with extensive experience helping businesses to achieve tax efficiency targets. Provided rigorous reporting, analysis and feedback to aid taxation strategies. Managed relationships professionally and proactively to maximize client loyalty. tax preparation for all types of entities. Expert in managing paperwork for tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations and write-ups. Quick to build rapport with clients leading to long-term business relationships. Focused on completing accurate tax support work in fast-paced and dynamic environments. Looking to apply advanced taxation knowledge to support individual and business needs in a challenging new position .
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Tax Leader
Arabian Drilling Company
Al Khobar
11.2020 - Current
Handling VAT monthly reconciliations with GL's for output and input VAT
Working in creating a clear tax vision for the Board
Reviewing Tax declaration, VAT returns and Withholding tax returns forms on regular basis for various tax needs
Conducted reviews of internal tax documentation, reducing errors related to missed tax benefits.
Handling tax\zakat inspection with ZATCA which saved about 10M SAR for 3 years.
Acted as point of contact for tax-related queries, disseminating expert knowledge to clients.
Worked to prepare high-quality draft corporation tax computations adhering to government regulations.
Undertook technical research supporting tax advisory projects.
Monitored and anticipated tax legislation changes, adapting accounting processes to suit.
Stayed up-to-date on current tax legislation and proposed developments.
Created tax reports and transaction step plans aligned to business goals.
Prepared annual and monthly tax returns and tax compliance documents.
Tax Specialist
Arabian Drilling Company
11.2019 - 10.2020
Handling monthly tax calculation for tax return predictions monthly and annual withholding tax return review and preparation Monthly VAT returns review and preparation
Managed tax submissions and made sure all information complied with regulations
Maintained thorough and current understanding of applicable tax laws
Prepared Tax declaration, VAT returns and Withholding tax returns forms on regular basis for various tax needs
Collected and submitted required tax payments
Worked with individuals, trusts and companies to manage tax compliance and reporting needs
Conducted reviews of internal tax documentation, reducing errors related to missed tax benefits
Reviewed available data and compared against tax code to determine exemptions, deductions, and potential liabilities
Marinating 2 tax files in one company ( ADC and Of sat)
Senior Tax Consultant
Ernst & Young
06.2015 - 10.2019
Responded promptly to official tax notices requiring clarifications and additional
submissions
Reviewed financial reports to correctly ascertain taxation and statement
requirements
Computed tax depreciation rates on business assets like technology and vehicles
Prepared accurate quarterly and yearly tax filings for businesses such as Oil and
Gas
Identified regulations and incorporated changes to comply with new
requirements
Classified assets correctly to properly account for depreciation on routine filings
Taught junior staff how to prepare statements, resolve discrepancies and
maximize efficiency
Conducted reviews of internal tax documentation, reducing errors related to
missed tax benefits
Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local levels
Facilitated communication between clients and tax authorities
Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation
in secured areas
Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities
Reviewed client's tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for
additional tax credits or deductions
Reconciled tax accounts to prevent discrepancies and maintain readiness for
expected tax liabilities
Consulted with representatives of regulatory agencies to complete accurate filings
and uphold strict compliance
Managed more than 30 clients
Senior Tax Consultant
Mazars Mustafa Shawki
Cairo
03.2015 - 05.2015
Controlled all general ledger accounts subject to tax inspection...ate analysis and
supporting documentation
Attended tax inspections on behalf of clients
Controlled all general ledger accounts subject to tax inspection
Issued final declaration for all dues and payment from tax authorities
Apply and be aware of all laws and updates regarding all various tax issues
Collect and keep all tax files and master data for clients
Provide clients with any kind of tax advice
Advised clients with appropriate tax provisions ( Due diligence )
Prepared final payroll declaration sheet for tax inspection
Experience in dealing with several departments in tax authorities
Managed more than 10 clients
Senior Tax Consultant
MEC Middle East For Consultations
Cairo
01.2013 - 02.2015
Forecast tax issues and outline favorable plans to minimize taxes after identifying
existing and potential tax issues such as tax loss utilization, scientific research
and experimental development Facilitate business operations by preparing tax
plans for acquisition, divestiture, merger, expansion, and realignment of
company operations Perform tax due diligence reviews for mergers and
acquisitions of companies and bottling to ensure adequacy of indemnity clauses
and hold back from purchase price Consider various tax issues of corporation
carrying on business in other jurisdictions Preparing Tax Return according to
new tax law
Planned for tax inspections by preparing and providing appropriate analysis and
supporting documentation
Attended tax inspections on behalf of clients
Preparing withholding tax reports and forms to match accruals quarterly in
financial statements
Controlled all general ledger accounts subject to tax inspection
Issue final declaration for all dues and payment from tax authorities
Apply and be aware of all laws and updates regarding all various tax issues
Controlled all payments for all kind of taxes
Provided clients with any kind of tax advice
Advice clients with appropriate tax provisions (Due diligence)
Preparing final payroll declaration sheet for tax inspection
Experience in dealing with several departments in tax authorities
Managed more than 10 clients
Tax Accountant
Schneider Electric
Cairo
05.2012 - 12.2012
Preparing withholding tax reports and forms to match accruals quarterly in
financial statements
Prepare and analyze sales tax returns according to sales tax laws
Planned for tax inspections by preparing and providing appropriate analysis and
supporting documentation
Prepared stamp tax forms;
Audited client financial records to determine tax liability
Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy
Examined accounts and records and computed tax returns according to
prescribed rates, laws and regulations.
Tax Consultant
MEC Middle East For Consultations
Cairo
06.2007 - 12.2011
Prepared final payroll declaration sheet for tax inspection
Planned for tax inspections by preparing and providing appropriate analysis and
supporting documentation
Attended tax inspections on behalf of clients
Managed about 2 clients
Education
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting
Cairo University
05.2007
Foundation degree - Taxation of Business Entities I: Corporations
Member of the Egyptian Tax Society (ETS) Member of the Egyptian Society for Public
Finance and Taxes (ESPFT)
Additional Information
Supervised team of 3 staff members for a sales tax refund of 4m EGP.
Documented and resolved corporate tax issue which led to 15m EGP saving for
the client.
Documented and resolved WHT issue which led to 3.5m SAR savings for the
client.
Documented and resolved corporate tax issue which led to 9m EGP tax savings
from the field audit result.
Conducted field inspection for 9 years the total savings is 8M SAR.
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
Accomplishments
Documented and resolved [Income tax\Zakat inspection] which led to [10M SAR savings].
Documented and resolved [VAT inspection] which led to [6M EGP savings].
Documented and resolved many [Income tax inspections] which led to [20M EGP savings].
Documented and resolved [WHT inspections] which led to [2M SAR savings].
Achieved [IPO listing] through effectively helping with [completing due diligence for 4 years].
Certification
Licensed [CA] - [May 2011]
[Income tax\zakat] Training - [2016]
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Timeline
Diploma - Rethinking International Tax Law
University of Leiden
06.2021 - 09.2021
Foundation degree - Taxation of Business Entities I: Corporations