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    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Indirect Tax (FS) – Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Tax & Legal Services – Tax – Indirect Tax (FS) – Manager – DubaiLine of ServiceTaxIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismVAT/GSTManagement LevelManagerJob Description & SummaryA career in our Indirect Tax practice, within Tax services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients meet and manage their tax obligations 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 helps our clients optimise cash flow and reduce risk by managing challenges related to indirect taxes. You’ll support our clients with all aspects of indirect taxation related to global, regional and domestic projects as well as comprehensive restructuring and reporting value added tax projects.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 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:- The experience should include Banks (this is a must), insurance companies and asset managers – advisory as well as compliance, preferably GCC experience. – Develop new skills outside of comfort zone.- Act to resolve issues which prevent the team working effectively.- Coach others, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development.- Analyse complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.- Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations.- Address sub-standard work or work that does not meet firm’s/client’s expectations.- Use data and insights to inform conclusions and support decision-making.- Develop a point of view on key global trends, and how they impact clients.- Manage a variety of viewpoints to build consensus and create positive outcomes for all parties.- Simplify complex messages, highlighting and summarising key points.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    Travel RequirementsNot SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?Yes

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Public Relations Officer (UAE National) | Efficio

    Employment:

    Full Time

    We are looking for a bright, proactive and resourceful individual who enjoys working independently and making things happen. This is a very exciting time to join Efficio as we are set for further expansion and growth. This role requires a well-rounded professional interested in growing with the firm. You will have some work experience in a PRO role, ideally within professional or financial services. You will be comfortable working on your own initiative and be adaptable and flexible regarding the varied work and opportunities involved.Key Responsibilities:• Visa Applications/ renewals• Obtain new employment visas / work permits for all expatriate employees and their dependants• Monitor expiry dates of visas and renew as and when needed• Facilitate obtaining and renewal of expatriate’s passports for employees and dependants• Cancel visas for employees and dependants as relevant• Liaise with UAE Immigration department in obtaining business entry visas for global business visitors• Act as point of contact with our medical insurance broker to ensure correct insurances are in place• Provide expert advice to business and employees on all visa formalities and all other government related proceduresCompany Documentation• Liaise with the UAE government to renew Efficio’s trade license through submission of legal documents, securing approvals to various state / local agencies and judicial department in minimum time frames• Administer company and joint venture companies’ licenses and tax remittances with various UAEgovernment authorities e.g. Economic Department, Municipality, Chamber of Commerce, Ministry of Finance & Industries etc.• Ensure we are compliant with all deadlines and prevent any unnecessary fines or penalties General• Facilitate complex medical / police procedures on event of death of any employee or next to kin• Stay up to date with the ever-changing government rules and regulations and keep management team updated on relevant updates • When the need arises, represent the company at different offices like Airport, Embassies, Police Station, Ministries/Municipalities and other government departments• Accountable in maintaining accurate records for all above services• Flexibility in supporting with urgent/emergency work duties in after hours when necessary

    • At least 5 years of experience as a PRO and thorough knowledge of the PRO processes to enable you to plan upcoming work in an efficient and orderly manner• Good relations and well connected with governmental entities• Exceptional networking and interpersonal skills• Fluent Arabic speaker• Good English skills which is required for translation from English to Arabic or vice versa (reading, writing, and speaking)• Excellent coordination, communication, and administration skills• Valid driving licence• IT literate, proficiency with MS Office required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills• Ability to identify issues and proactively come up with solutions• Strong multicultural awareness and willing to be part of an international team

    Efficio is the world’s largest procurement consultancy operating across ten offices in Europe, North America and the Middle East.

    We help organizations reduce costs, improve internal processes and upskill their procurement teams so that they can realize cost savings faster. We aim to ensure savings are measurable and sustainable – delivering greater value for your business over the longer term. Our procurement consultants help procurement functions to become twice as effective, enabling them to deliver more with their own teams and become high-value generating functions for their businesses.

    Our key differentiator is eFlow, a proprietary procurement technology and knowledge platform built and deployed by practitioners. eFlow automates data insight generation, supports savings delivery, facilitates strong supplier partnerships and manages supply chain risk by enabling our clients to leverage a wealth of procurement intelligence and best practice on demand. More

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    Assurance – Business Controls & Risk – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceAssuranceSpecialismAssuranceManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career within Internal Audit services, will provide you with an opportunity to gain an understanding of an organisation’s objectives, regulatory and risk management environment, and the diverse needs of their critical stakeholders. We focus on helping organisations look deeper and see further considering areas like culture and behaviours to help improve and embed controls. In short, we seek to address the right risks and ultimately add value to their organisation.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 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:- Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.- Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.- Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.- Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.- Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.- Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.- Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.- Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.- Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.- Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Consulting – Government Accounting and Reporting – Senior Manager | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Consulting – Government Accounting and Reporting – Senior Manager (Riyadh)Line of ServiceAdvisoryIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismFinanceManagement LevelSenior ManagerJob Description & SummaryPwC Global OverviewAt PwC, we measure success by our ability to create the value that our clients and our people are looking for. Our reputation lies in building lasting relationships with our clients and a focus on delivering value in all we do. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 208,000 people who are committed to delivering world-class capabilities and quality in assurance, consulting, advisory, tax and strategy services. PwC Middle East OverviewEstablished in the region for over 40 years, PwC Middle East employs over 4,000 people across 12 countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and the United Arab Emirates. Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of local business environments across the Middle East region. Our tailored solutions help our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market, and beyond.Business Unit OverviewDue to the growth of our government reporting consulting team, we currently have an opportunity for an ambitious and highly motivated Senior Manager with a proven track record of high-quality delivery of client projects, strong technical knowledge and a commercially rounded mindset, and an ability to work in a demanding project and transformation environment. We would like to hear from Senior Managers with experience of working on transformation projects around accrual accounting conversion under the International Public Sector Accounting Standards (“IPSAS”) framework and ability to support optimising the balance sheets of government entities converting from cash basis of accounting to accrual under privatization mandates.Responsibilities:As a Senior manager – You will be expected to contribute to building and continuous refreshing of the long-term vision and strategy to continue growing the business. You will also take ownership in business development activities and shall start pursuing opportunities and leading their delivery;  – You will be expected to lead team members driving excellence, meet with the team strategy and required KPIs, and be active on business development and thought leaderships about specific accounting matters. – You will be required to possess strong project management skills (PMP) as the delivery role requires senior client and stakeholder management, project budgeting and finance management, coaching and resource management on high profile clients. A key part of delivery will be the creation, review and delivery of complex client deliverables which will include executive level reporting through to detailed design documentation.  – You will be expected to keep on developing your personal skills  taking a keen interest in trends in digital delivery and technology and the impact on the cash to accrual conversion exercises with the government clients so you can help shape their thinking and our success in the market – You will be expected to manage a global mindset and ability to connect with other colleagues across the consulting line of services and other Line of services within PwC, so we can bring to our clients high value multidisciplinary solutions  – You will be expected to design, structure and tailor potential solutions to our government taking into account the public finance framework requirements, IMF requirements and the existing finance laws within the government to ensure our recommendations add value to our clients.  – You will be expected to stay on top of the existing IPSAS and IFRS standards, and the relevant exposure drafts that could result in shaping the structure of the government to optimise the value of those standards managing the government. – You will be expected to lead, coach, train and mentor junior staff, and support their growth and drawing their career path 

    Requirements: – The candidate will be achievement oriented with the ability to be flexible and adaptive on a daily basis. They will be able to work independently and as part of a team with a fast pace and a high energy that will translate into a high-quality output. – Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant subject areas such as Public Administration, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, etc. MBA is a plus. – Mandatory qualifications: The following qualification(s) are mandatory for the candidate to perform the role -CPA, ACA, ACCA (or equivalent). – Preferable qualifications: The following qualification(s) are preferable and beneficial for the candidate to perform the role: PMP, PFM and IPSAS related certificates, digital certificates is a plus. – Years of Experience : 8 + years of relevant experience in IPSAS, IFRS, cash to accrual conversion, preferably within a professional services environment. Background in Audit and dealing with financial statements and accounting standards is key – In-depth understanding of public finance management and government accounting and reporting – Strong interest and passion for developing people and working collaboratively. – Excellent organisational skills, having the ability to prioritise workload whilst being resilient and being able to cope well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. – Proven soft skills in the following-Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. – Language Skills: Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Arabic speaking is mandatory, fluency in English is preferred. – The ability and willingness to work in KSA. Travel RequirementsUp to 60%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?YesGovernment Clearance Required?No

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Immigration Projects Manager | The Wheel of Fate

    Employment:

    Full Time

    1. Lead and manage the sales team to develop immigration business, complete team goals, and enhance team collaboration.2. According to the requirements of immigration policy, analyze and evaluate the client’s background, and design immigration and overseas investment plans tailored.3.Cooperate in formulating and participating in immigration market promotion activities, tap and accumulate customer resources through multiple channels.4.Provide customers with investment immigration consulting services in various countries, explain investment policies and related requirements. 5.Analyze the background of customers according to immigration policy requirements Evaluation, tailor-designed immigration and overseas investment plans. 6.Responsible for the daily management of the department and the management, guidance, training and evaluation of department employees qualifications. 7.Recognize the corporate culture, be honest and trustworthy, have a sense of professionalism and responsibility.

    Qualifications Required: 1. Bachelor degree or above, more than 3 years of work experience;2. Excellent expression skills, good communication, focus on sharing and collaboration;3. Strong learning ability, able to withstand strong work pressure.4. For high-end services and consulting Industry interested.5. Mandarin Speaker preferred for the job role, however are still open for other biligual or trilingual language experts.

    The Wheel of Fate was established in 2021 in DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre), which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the WOF Holding Group. Its global headquarters is set up on the 114th floor of Burj Khalifa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and there are a number of branches around the world.

    The Wheel of Fate is an international large-scale comprehensive enterprise group, taking equity investment as the core, relying on asset operation for development, taking asset management as capital advantage , and focusing on production, financing and investment for development. It is mainly engaged in real estate, finance, jewelry, trade, catering, clubs, car rental, and other industries. “Create Innovative Enterprise” has become the development mission of the company, and it strives to build a comprehensive industrial financial group. More

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    General Manager for Immigration Consultancy Company | The Wheel of Fate

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Job Responsibilities & Duties: 1.Responsible for the daily management of the immigration company center, can effectively decompose business goals, and lead the team to complete the business signing tasks.2.Ability to give feedback on the immigration market information in a timely manner, and make effective handling and guidance. 3.According to VIP Customize immigration plans, receive face-to-face interviews with VIP customers, and VIP customers sign contracts, promote customers’ second order completion and referrals. 4.Real-time supervision and supervision of the performance of each consultant, and effective guidance and solutions shall be given. 5 , Review the contract signed by each consultant and other information, strictly abide by and implement the company’s mechanism. 5.Connect the work of various related departments, and give effective suggestions and opinions. 6.Familiarity and able various projects and overseas related knowledge. 7.Assist in handling everything All client-related matters related to the advisory department.8.Do a good job of feedback on market customer information.9.Provide reasonable suggestions and opinions on work job requirements.

    Required Qualifications:1. Bachelor degree or above, work experience more than 6 years.2. More than 4 years in investment immigration industry or related industry market channels Work first. 3. Have an overall view and have a very accurate sensitivity to the business and the market;4. Have the resources of immigrant clients from countries such as the United States/Canada/Turkey/Europe. 5. Have certain speech skills and skills. 6. Good at learning, communication, strong adaptability, responsible for work, proactive and sensitive.7. Mandarin Speaker preferred for the job role, however are still open for other biligual or trilingual language experts.

    The Wheel of Fate was established in 2021 in DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre), which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the WOF Holding Group. Its global headquarters is set up on the 114th floor of Burj Khalifa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and there are a number of branches around the world.

    The Wheel of Fate is an international large-scale comprehensive enterprise group, taking equity investment as the core, relying on asset operation for development, taking asset management as capital advantage , and focusing on production, financing and investment for development. It is mainly engaged in real estate, finance, jewelry, trade, catering, clubs, car rental, and other industries. “Create Innovative Enterprise” has become the development mission of the company, and it strives to build a comprehensive industrial financial group. More

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    HC Operations – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelSenior Associate

    Job Description & Summary• Dedicated support point of contact for all Human Capital issues in the offices or SSC. • Mainly handling offboarding & FS calculations. • Proactively identify issues and ensure HC service delivery directly or indirectly through the relevant HR contact.• Act as a reference for enquiries about HR Administration policies & procedures for all employees, and escalating issues or enquiries not served in current policies to specialised teams • Liaise with the central HR team in effective implementation of all HR systems and procedures • Work towards being a high quality internal service provider and to ensure that all HR business support requirements on the ground Process • Support implementation of HR policies for the offices • Report HR activities and data on a regular basis, including benefits information, census data, and loss ratio information to support in decision making • Assist whenever needed, the Recruitment and career development managers by securing logistics required for training, On boarding, recruitment • Coordinate with relevant HR contacts to ensure timely and effective HR service delivery • Suggest improvements to processes

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.

    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.

    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.

    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.

    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.

    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Accountant | HR Plus Consultancy

    Employment:

    Full Time

    Position: AccountantSalary Range: KD 400-550Nationality: Arab NationalLocation: Kuwait

    Visa Type: 18/22, TransferableDuty: 8 hours/day – 6 days/week”Hiring will be only from inside Kuwait with candidates having valid Kuwait transferable visa”

    We are a Kuwaiti based HR consultancy firm that provides Human Resources consultancy services along with local & overseas recruiting services within food & beverage, hospitality, construction, automotive, and other industries. More