Egypt, Sudan, Levant & Cairo Hub Tax Accountant

About Unilever
With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

What Will Be Your Responsibilities

• Prepare corporate tax audits’ requirements and actively participate in the tax inspection event;
in addition, follow up on the inspection work at all stages with the tax authority for all group companies.
• Effective control over direct tax GLs and preparation of GL reconciliation.
• Maintaining and updating tax-related Master data
• Identify tax issues to find suitable solutions.
• Foreign WHT review /submission /payment.
• Develop all needed reports to be submitted to the direct manager in a timely manner.
• Responsible for PO creation and GR.
• Archive and document collection supervision.
• Prepare the necessary paperwork for tax payments and returns.
• Follow up on the latest updates to tax laws and regulations and ensure effective implementation to save the company from any risks.
• Respond to any inquiries related to taxes and their calculations from colleagues and any stakeholders.
• Visit the tax authorities when needed.
• Apply a range of capabilities to deliver quality and value for the tax department and stakeholders.

What You Need to Succeed
Key Skills and Experiences

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, economics or a related field
• Years of tax experience: 2 to 4

• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Word, and Excel including use of pivot tables
• Ability to build strong networks and relationships with internal and external parties.
• Flexible, enjoying a frequently changing environment with a positive attitude and desire to constantly improve.
• Strong time management, organisational and multi-tasking skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Very good communication skills

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.