Principal Tax Specialist

Parsons

Job Title
Principal Tax Specialist Parsons Corporation Dubai, UAE
Job Description
Principal Tax Specialist Parsons Corporation Dubai, UAE

Position Overview
Principal Tax Specialist role in Dubai leading regional tax compliance, planning, and reporting activities for Parsons Corporation across the GCC. This role acts as the primary tax contact for the region, ensuring full compliance with local and international tax regulations while supporting business strategy and financial governance.

Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Accounting
Function: Tax Accounting
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

* Lead regional tax compliance, planning, and reporting activities across multiple GCC jurisdictions
* Manage value added tax, withholding tax, and corporate tax filings for regional entities
* Assess and manage transfer pricing implications for intercompany transactions
* Lead corporate tax provision calculations under local accounting standards and U.S. GAAP
* Coordinate and manage tax audits, ensuring timely resolution of tax matters
* Prepare and maintain tax documentation, policies, and internal procedures
* Monitor changes in direct and indirect tax legislation and assess business impact
* Identify and mitigate tax risks across the region
* Act as the primary tax advisor for internal stakeholders and regional leadership
* Coordinate closely with corporate tax, finance, and accounting teams
* Support ad hoc audit and accounting-related initiatives as required

Ideal Profile

* Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce
* ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification is mandatory
* Minimum seven years of relevant tax experience, preferably with a multinational organization or tax advisory firm
* Strong experience handling direct and indirect taxes within the GCC region
* Proven ability to operate as a regional tax lead and advisor

Skills Set

* In-depth knowledge of corporate tax, VAT, WHT, DMTT, and transfer pricing in the GCC
* Strong understanding of accounting principles and tax compliance frameworks
* Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills preferred
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment abilities
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines

Why Join Us

* Regional leadership role with significant responsibility and visibility
* Opportunity to work within a global engineering and project management organization
* Exposure to complex, multi-jurisdictional tax environments
* Long-term career growth and professional development