CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, an expanding provider of Audit, Accounting & Tax related services to both local and international clients, we are seeking to recruit a Tax Associate to join their growing team based in Nicosia. Working alongside the Tax Supervisor & Tax Manager, the successful applicant will handle a variety of tax related tasks, including preparing and reviewing tax memorandums for companies and individuals as well as assisting in the preparation and filing of personal and corporate income tax returns. You will ideally hold an academic background relating to Accounting, Finance, Law or a related field and candidates working towards the ACA/ACCA qualification are encouraged to apply. Our client is seeking an applicant with approximately 2+ years of relevant experience working for an Audit firm in a tax focused role. Fluency in both Greek & English is required and any knowledge of Russian will be considered an advantage.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist Tax Manager/Tax Supervisor in the provision of advisory and consultation services to clients on direct tax issues.
• Prepare and review tax memorandums for companies and individuals as assigned by the Tax Manager/Tax Supervisor.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of personal and corporate income tax returns.
• Research tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance with current and future developments in local and international tax legislation/practice.
• Participate in meetings with clients and assist the Tax Manager/Tax Supervisor in the gathering of information and data.
• Complete tax assignments in a wide variety of industries, with a main focus on technology and fast-paced growth sectors.
• Work with other departments and business units within the organization to address tax-related matters.
• Prepare and/or assist with letters/reports/advanced tax rulings of opinion in relation to Taxation matters that will need to be submitted to the clients and/or to the Cyprus Tax Department.
• Assist in the preparation of transfer pricing documentation, benchmarking studies, and local file reports to support clients’ transfer pricing positions.
• Assist Tax Manager/Tax Supervisor in advising clients on transfer pricing matters, including the development of transfer pricing policies and documentation.
• Work along with the tax manager/tax supervisor to ensure compliance with current and future transfer pricing developments in the domestic and international transfer pricing framework.
• Assist in the execution of various business development initiatives (e.g. preparation of newsletters, proposals, and presentations)
• Stay up to date with all developments in the field of taxation.
• Contribute to a strong client relationship through positive interactions with client personnel.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Tax Manager.

Key Skills/Experience:

• Holder of a university degree (BSc/BA) with a background in Law, Accounting, Finance, Economics or other related fields.
• Approximately 2+ years of related experience in an audit firm, tax practice or related role.
• Exposure in a transfer pricing role will be considered an advantage.
• Professionalism, dependability, integrity, and trustworthiness.
• Maintain good relations with other members of staff and clients.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and also individually.
• Strong analytical skills with great attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong work ethic and be motivated to continuously learn and improve skills.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in both Greek and English language.
• Knowledge of Russian or other foreign languages is considered an advantage.
• IT literate.

Key Benefits:

• An attractive and competitive remuneration package in accordance with qualifications and practicable experience.
• Bonus based on performance.
• Expenses towards ACCA/ACA qualification are fully covered by the firm.
• Six days paid study leave in regard to the first attempt at examinations of ACCA/ACA qualifications.
• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Training events that will help both your personal and professional development.

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