Tax Officer

Job Description

Company Introduction

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and review corporate income tax returns, VAT filings, and other tax-related submissions for client entities;
• Assist with tax computations, deferred tax calculations, and provisions required for statutory financial reporting;
• Ensure timely compliance with local tax deadlines and filing obligations;
• Support documentation and compliance for transfer pricing and economic substance requirements;
• Assist in preparing tax packs, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for statutory audits;
• Monitor statutory tax deadlines and maintain a compliance calendar to prevent penalties;
• Keep up to date with tax legislation, case law, and regulatory developments, advising clients and internal teams on potential impacts;
• Prepare reports, memos, and presentations to communicate tax issues clearly and effectively to clients and management;
• Support onboarding of new clients from a tax perspective, including KYC/AML checks, tax registrations, and initial compliance assessments;
• Respond to client VAT and tax queries professionally, providing clear guidance and practical solutions;
• Collaborate closely with accounting and other internal teams to deliver integrated and practical client solutions;
• Liaise with tax authorities regarding queries, audits, and assessments;
• Assist the Head of Tax in responding to regulatory inspections or requests;
• Provide consistent support to senior tax team members in delivering high-quality client services;
• Contribute to process improvements, knowledge sharing, and the maintenance of internal tax policies, checklists, and working papers;
• Assist with any additional tasks as requested by management;
• Stay informed on changes in Maltese corporate tax law, VAT regulations, and international tax developments (e.g., OECD BEPS, CRS, FATCA, Pillar 2);
• Participate in ongoing training, CPD programs, and professional development to enhance technical expertise;
• Pursue or continue professional qualifications relevant to the role;
• Share insights, updates, and best practices with colleagues to support team development;
• Attend seminars, webinars, and workshops to stay current with emerging tax trends and regulatory updates.

Experience

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Taxation, Law, or a related field. Part-qualified professionals or candidates pursuing ACCA, ADIT, or equivalent qualifications will be also considered;
• In possession of an MIT award in Taxation will be considered an advantage;
• Previous experience in tax compliance, accounting, or a similar role within professional services or financial services;
• Solid knowledge of Maltese corporate tax, VAT regulations, and international tax frameworks;
• Familiarity with transfer pricing and economic substance requirements is desirable;
• Proficient in MS Office and experienced with accounting or tax software/tools.

Personal Skills

• Strong technical and analytical skills, with meticulous attention to detail in tax computations and compliance;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to present complex information clearly;
• Proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines;
• Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team;
• Strong interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.