Hybrid Global Tax Manager

at Wahed

• Job title: Global Tax Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Professional Certificate
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Mumbai, India

About the role

• Global Tax Manager responsible for direct and indirect tax compliance across multiple countries at Wahed, a fintech company aiming for ethical financial solutions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee direct and indirect tax compliance across the US, UK, UAE, and Malaysia and other countries where the business expands in the future.
• Ensure timely filing of corporate income tax returns, indirect tax (VAT) returns, and other statutory submissions.
• Review tax computations, returns, and supporting documentation prepared by local consultants before submission.
• Monitor changes in local tax laws and assess their impact on the business.
• Manage relationships with external tax consultants in each operating jurisdiction.
• Ensure deliverables from advisors are accurate, complete, and submitted within statutory deadlines.
• Standardize reporting and documentation processes across countries.
• Facilitate communication between internal finance teams and external tax advisors.
• Ensure proper accounting and reporting of corporate income tax, deferred tax, and transfer pricing where applicable.
• Oversee VAT/GST/Sales Tax compliance, including reconciliations and audit readiness.
• Support implementation and compliance with UAE Corporate Tax and VAT regulations.
• Assist in managing tax registrations, de-registrations, and regulatory filings as the company expands.
• Establish and maintain internal controls around tax processes.
• Identify potential tax exposures and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Support internal and external audits related to tax matters.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
• Provide tax guidance to internal stakeholders on cross-border transactions and new business initiatives.
• Assist with transfer pricing documentation and intercompany arrangements.
• Support tax-efficient structuring for new markets or products.

Requirements

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification (mandatory).
• 2–3 years of post-qualification experience in tax, preferably with exposure to multinational operations.
• Strong knowledge of direct and indirect tax frameworks (Corporate Tax, VAT/GST).
• Experience coordinating with external tax advisors across multiple jurisdictions.
• Familiarity with UK tax systems is highly desirable.
• Experience in startup or high-growth environments is a plus.