CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, a growing provider of Trust and Corporate Services to a diverse portfolio of clients, we are seeking to recruit a Tax Specialist (DAC6) to join their team based in Nicosia. As a Tax Specialist, you will primarily be responsible for assisting clients with tax advisory services and rulings, as well as reviewing financial statements and tax computations, assessing potential tax risks and exposures for a portfolio of international clients. An academic background in Accounting, Finance, Economics or similar is desirable, and full members of a recognised accounting body are encouraged to apply. The ADIT qualification is desirable, and proven experience and knowledge of the DAC6 EU Directive is essential. Fluency in both Greek and English is a must, and you will need to possess approximately 5+ years of previous experience in a relevant tax advisory role, gained working for a Professional Services firm. A highly competitive remuneration package is on offer, based on skills and experience.

Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Drafting of Tax Rulings of International clients, in challenging areas of Cyprus tax laws.
• Preparation of Tax advisory memos on the application of the Cyprus tax laws on cross-border transactions, Cyprus anti-avoidance tax rules (i.e. CFC rules, Exit taxation) and IP regimes.
• Review of financial statements and agreements for the purposes of mandatory exchange of information on reportable cross-border arrangements directive (DAC6 Directive).
• Review of financial statements and tax computations of international clients and assessment of potential tax risks and exposures.
• Assistance with examinations by the Cyprus Tax Department and preparation of letters to defend the tax position of international clients.

Key Skills/Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree, in Economics, Accounting, Finance, Business or another relevant field is highly desirable.
• Membership of a Professional Accounting Body (ACA/ACCA/CPA) will be considered an advantage.
• Holders of the ADIT qualification are encouraged to apply.
• Approximately 5+ years of tax advisory experience in a professional services firm is a must.
• Knowledge of the DAC6 EU directive is essential.  
• Excellent command of the Greek and English languages, both verbal and written.
• Excellent computer literacy, including proficiency with MS Office.
• Ability and willingness to learn and keep up-to-date on relevant tax matters, directives and rulings.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to jobs@careerfinders.com.cy quoting the reference number CAR7528. Please note that due to the high volumes of applications received only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. By sending us your CV you are giving CareerFinders your consent to be contacted for this and any other suitable vacancies that we believe match your skills and experience. To view our privacy policy, please click www.careerfinders.com.cy/privacy-policy.