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    Tax Acceleration Centre – Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceTaxSpecialismGeneral Tax ConsultingManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in our Tax Acceleration Centre is the natural extension of PwC’s leading class global delivery capabilities. We provide premium, cost effective, high quality services that support process quality and delivery capability in support for client engagements.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

    As an Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.- Share and collaborate effectively with others.- Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.- Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.- Follow risk management and compliance procedures.- Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.- Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner – verbally and in the materials produce.- Build and maintain an internal and external network.- Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Payroll Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – FinanceManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryThe Financial Controls team is tasked with maximizing return on financial assets by establishing, implementing and auditing financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems. The team reports directly into the ME Finance Director and thus has oversight over all finance functions. The team play an important role in working with country Finance and shared service centre leaders in driving operational improvements, and supporting resolution and investigation into day to day issues arising in the finance practice. Acts as an SME on complex accounting treatments, and reviews completeness of transaction information entered into all ledgers / journals. The Manager facilitates this by ensuring that policies, procedures and controls appropriately manage any finance risk to the firm.Financial – Responsible for the accurate calculation of individuals payroll and expenses – Supervise preparations and documentation of payroll checks, payroll taxes and employee benefit payments, as well as appropriate deductions. – Determine payroll liabilities by calculating employee federal and state income and social security taxes and employer’s social security, unemployment, and workers compensation payments as appropriate – Pay approved expense claims and add to payroll run – Deduct any inappropriate spend notified from payroll – Manage the Payroll team in the processing of payroll activities ensuring financial accuracy liaising with – Country leadership / finance as required approval for approvals Customer – Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data – Ensure that all employees are paid in a timely and accurate fashion – Respond to employee queries on payroll or expense payments – Communicate any changes in payroll to employees – Provide staff with confidence by ensuring confidentiality of payroll process Work closely with OneFinance SSC expense processing team Internal Process – Evaluate current systems, and recommend and develop operating efficiency improvements – Monitor and ensure proper documentation of employee benefit payments Prepare reports illustrating payroll expenditures, including such items as tax payments and benefit plan disbursements – Review local country process in centralising payroll to ensure process efficiency Learning & Growth – Contribute to an environment of teamwork within the Finance function – Responsible for the continuing professional development of self and junior team members – Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships

    Education – Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field – Minimum College education with focus in Finance, Accounting Language – Fluency in written and spoken English, proficiency in Arabic would be an advantage Specific Experience – 5+ years of experience in a payroll function, 2+ years in a senior role – Demonstrated experience within payroll function – Experience leading payroll process for a large organization Technical Skills – Good Microsoft – Excel skills – Excellent level of accuracy to a high level of detail – Excellent understanding of payroll processes – Understanding of social security payments and taxes within the ME region – In depth understanding of payroll, benefits, and reimbursement processing procedures – Understanding of general accounting standards and practices Soft Skills – Ability to influence senior management and to maintain a strong working relationship with managers across the organization – Good organisation and office management skills to ensure coverage of workload – Organization, thoroughness, eye for detail, time management skills and proactivity needed – Strong verbal and written communication skills – Skilled in maintaining client relationships – Good liaison skills, with the ability to maintain geographical relationships – Good people management skills – Good decision making skills – Strong customer service skills – Strong work ethic – Ethical Conduct

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Consulting, Finance & Accounting – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAdvisorySpecialismAdvisory – OtherManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryYou will be working within the Finance & Accounting Consulting team, which provides advisory services focused on the CFO agenda. The team works across a broad range of industries and delivers projects throughout the Middle East region. The work we typically undertake includes: – Accounting Advisory – IPSAS  – Budgeting  – Systems Design  (GFMIS, ERP, Solutions) – Costing and Revenue Diversification – Data analytics and visualization  As a competency, you will support multiple Industry Verticals. However, we expect you to bring expertise in Government and Public Sector, Financial Sector, or Oil and Gas. – Proactively lead the practice by setting strategy, drive the development of new business in the market, and provide technical advice across disciplines – Responsible for providing Accounting Advices; IPSAS cash to accrual conversion, IFRS Accounting Advices.  – Responsible for Budgeting activities including budget reform, ceiling, preparation, execution and monitoring. – Responsible for Costing, spending review, cost optimisation and Revenue Enhancement & Diversification – Building strong networks within the firm to spot and capitalize on opportunities to get involved in projects that others are leading across a number of different business units and sectors – Identifying and discussing key issues with our clients to identify potential opportunities – Responsible for a majority of day to day client communications – Responsibility to shape and deliver various projects that exceed the expectations of our clients and our own assignment quality criteria – Manage and deliver large projects by developing the project team, assessing engagement risks throughout, driving conclusions, and reviewing / challenging the output produced by the team – Responsibility for management of engagement financials – Helping to grow and develop our team through hands on training and coaching

    Qualifications/Educational background – Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting  or Technology – Masters or MBA  – Finance and/or Technology (preferable) – CPA, CMA, ACCA, or any other related professional certificate   Years of Experience – 5-8 years of experience in a similar industry / role within professional services/external consulting Based in and willing to live/relocate into Doha is a MUST- Fluent communication in Arabic and English is mandatory – Experience in conducting Finance & Accounting assessments and opportunity funneling for pilots – Experience in designing operating models, governance and communication frameworks within Finance Function – Good understanding of change management and coaching needs to adopt in client environments million – Passionate, team player and fast learn

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Core Assurance Senior Manager (Non FS) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Non Financial Services Audit practice, within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well known brands and many have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the level of manual testing ensuring you’ll focus on the most valuable areas of client service and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients’ information.Our team helps organisations navigate regulatory complexity while strengthening trust and transparency in their business. While many of the rules of business have changed, the fundamentals haven’t. You’ll work alongside senior members of the client’s management team in planning the audit process from beginning to end, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and fair presentation of our client’s information.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

    As a Senior Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinion from all, including quieter members of the team.- Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations.- Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels.- Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail.- Anticipate stakeholder needs, and develop and discuss potential solutions, even before the stakeholder realises they are required.- Contribute technical knowledge in area of specialism.- Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.- Navigate the complexities of cross-border and/or diverse teams and engagements.- Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Tax Advisory Services – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceTaxSpecialismInternational Tax ServicesManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career within International Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help multinational companies address their cross border tax needs both locally and globally by managing their global tax rates, finding areas of cost reduction, and responding to inquiries from regulatory authorities. You’ll gain a global perspective and an awareness of tax issues stemming from changes to evolving business structures and geographic expansions. More specifically you will help our clients in Lebanon meet and manage their tax obligations in the countries where they are present across unique but ever changing tax specialties. You’ll advise clients on their local and overseas tax affairs, while acting as a strategic consultant related to business analysis, managing indirect taxes, dispute resolution, and global enterprise tax solutions. Our team advises our clients on tax laws and reporting, legislation and planning strategies based on their geography and jurisdiction. You’ll be helping our clients with local tax laws, reporting requirements, statutory filings, corporate strategy, transfer pricing and indirect tax and other international taxation needs.You will be involved in inbound tax matters as well as M&A transactions, relocation of companies/holding locations and company formations. A detailed description of the type of work is as follows: – Work on advisory engagements, provide reports and guidance on the set-up, tax structuring and planning for new projects, – Understand, advise and give recommendations on both local tax legislations and international tax,  – Ability to interpret tax treaties, analyse tax efficiency and overall group tax reporting effectiveness,.  – To Manage a portfolio of clients, handling and dealing with their tax requirements, updates and compliance related matters for inbound taxpayers, – Build up relationships with regulators, ability to negotiate disputes with adequate tax background and treatment for both local and international tax interpretation as well as accounting standards; and – Develop business opportunities and coach and guide team members on projects, assignments and client handling.

    Requirements:- Thorough knowledge of M&A practices, including, consulting multinational corporations, privately held companies and partnerships with respect to the tax aspects of planning, structuring and executing transactions of all sizes; analyzing proposed transactions for unusual tax risks or undetermined tax benefits; and advising clients on tax-efficient restructurings, divestitures, spin-offs, due diligence and strategy formulation.  – At least 7 years of relevant work experience is required. – Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting or Finance is required. Certificate in International Taxation, Master of Science in Taxation, or Master of Law degree in Taxation is preferred.  – Experience in identifying and addressing client needs, as well as building, maintaining, and utilizing networks of client relationships.  – Considerable experience as a team leader.  – Good business writing and digital skills.  – Strong analytical skills and commercial awareness.  – Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.  Essential skills: – Writing, reporting and presentation skills are essential, as well as management, coordination, coaching and business development skills.  Desirable skills:- Entrepreneurial skills, cross selling and business development.

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Associate / Senior Associate (Saudi National) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    TLS – International Tax Services – Associate / Senior Associate – Riyadh(Saudi Nationals)Line of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismInternational Tax ServicesManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within International Tax Services will provide you with the opportunity to help PwC address their cross border tax needs both locally and globally by managing their global tax rates, finding areas of cost reduction, and responding to inquiries from regulatory authorities. You’ll gain a global perspective and an awareness of tax issues stemming from changes to evolving business structures and geographic expansions.Our International Tax Services Generalist – Practice Support team advises PwC on tax laws and reporting, legislation and planning strategies based on the geography and jurisdiction. You’ll be assisting our team with local tax laws, reporting requirements, statutory filings, corporate strategy, transfer pricing and indirect tax and other international taxation needs.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

    As an Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:- Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.- Share and collaborate effectively with others.- Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.- Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.- Follow risk management and compliance procedures.- Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.- Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner – verbally and in the materials produce.- Build and maintain an internal and external network.- Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Office Management – Executive Assistant – Associate (Evergreen) | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Office Management – Executive Assistant – Associate (Evergreen) – JordanLine of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismIFS – Internal Firm Services – OtherManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryTo provide support and administrative assistance for defined routine administrative workstreams to groups of internal clients within the firm, on a virtual basis from a remote location.Financial- Expenses and Timesheets- Coordinate and prepare monthly expenses claims and fortnightly timesheet submissions for executives if required and own expenses and timesheets by due dates using the firm’s systemCustomer- Travel Bookings- Organise business travel and accommodation bookings for executives- Maximise cost reduction opportunities through timely and appropriate travel choices- Liaise with travel approvals team to follow up on approvals- Organise visas and taxi bookings as required- Meetings, conference calls and Webex- Organise and coordinate logistics for both internal and external meetings (boardroom bookings and refreshments)- Prepare and send out the call information to all concerned parties- Organise conference calls as needed and maintain call record for accounts purposesClient relationships- Develop good working relationships with executives via phone and email communicationInternal ProcessPartner and Executive general admin- Develop understanding of PwC standards and formats- Prepare documents when required i.e. presentations, proposals, letters- Ensure all documentation is filed in a systematic manner- Assist fellow EAs when required and work collaboratively with team membersLearning and Growth- Exercise confidentiality, discretion and personal sensitivity in all aspects of the role- Comply with PwC policies and procedures in all aspects of the role- Build network of strong working relationships both internally and externally- Act as a key resource and liaison to other functional areas of the business, building cross-functional relationships as needed

    Knowledge, skills, and abilitiesEducation- Bachelor’s DegreeOverall Experience- 3+ years experience in an administrative roleLanguage- Proficiency in spoken and written English, Arabic is an advantageSpecific Skills- Experience with a professional services firm preferredKnowledge and Skills- Demonstrate strong organisational skills, regularly act on own initiative, highlighting issues and suggesting possible solutions- Good spoken and written communication skills- Good listening skills and ability to take instructions and direction from Partners and Directors who are based in a different location and to work independently with minimal guidance- Exercise confidentiality, discretion and personal sensitivity in all aspects of role at all times- Good interpersonal skills- Must possess a professional telephone manner- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, on a virtual basis and with an often traveling partner/executive- Demonstrated team player and dedication to provide high level of service- Must possess a warm, friendly and professional demeanor- Knowledge of administrative systems and processes- Proficiency in Google including G suiteTravel Requirements0%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?NoGovernment Clearance Required?No

    At PwC Middle East, we’ve set out an ambitious purpose and strive to live it everyday: to solve important problems and build trust in society.

    We’re a community of solvers that come together in unexpected ways to build trust and create sustained outcomes. We solve important problems, support one another as we grow, develop and build fulfilling careers.

    PwC provides industry-focused services for public and private clients across Assurance and Audit, Deals, Consulting, Tax and Legal. We draw on our development legacy that brings together the collective experience of over 7,000 people in our region with offices across 12 countries to solve for tomorrow.

    We’re striving to consistently deliver innovative work that builds trust and delivers sustained outcomes. And we’re proud of the strength that comes from all our different backgrounds and experiences and we value everyone’s uniqueness. We thrive in uncertainty, operate with integrity and leverage the diverse perspectives of our teams.

    If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer. More

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    Senior Coordinator, MOC | Ooredoo Group

    Employment:

    Full Time

    The Company: Fast Telco Subsidiary of Ooredoo Kuwait Role Purpose: Key Role in handling and Processing MOC Fiber Activation and Deactivation and Trouble Tickets. Updating and Maintaining record of all activities. Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities: – Process daily requests of Fiber requests to MOC TND. – Follow up on site survey with MOC TND and contractors. – Follow up work order issuing from TND and provide frequent updates. – Coordinate with MOC contractors on site survey results and civil work calculations. – Keep a track of all fiber transaction and update MOC secretary. – Follow up on Assigned TT and escalate to MOC TND. – Follow up with MOC TND team and contractors on all Fiber assigned TTs. – Update the concerned team with any port changes to update system records & configuration – Completing system activities for termination requests and free up resources. – Report any system issue found & follow up with the concerned teams till the issue is resolved. – Receiving, scanning & sending service acceptance forms to Finance. – Maintaining all the records of fiber and ODF tags.

    Qualifications/Requirements: – High school or Diploma – Bachelor Degree is highly preferred Other Information: – Experience in MS programs – Bilingual (Arabic /English). – Documentation and filing. – Knowledge of Kuwaiti MOC system and procedure Note: you will be required to attach the following: – Resume / cv

    We are a leading international communications company delivering mobile, fixed, broadband internet, and corporate managed services tailored to the needs of consumers and businesses across markets in the Middle East, North Africa and Southeast Asia. As a community-focused company, we are guided by our vision of enriching peoples lives and our belief that we can stimulate human growth by leveraging communications to help people achieve their full potential.

    Formerly known as Qtel Group, we have a customer base of 92.9 million and reported revenues of USD 9.3 billion in 2012. More