Senior Associate (Tax) / Supervisor

ob Title : Senior Associate (Tax) / Supervisor

Department : Taxation & Regulatory Compliance (FBR, PRA, SECP, LCC, Customs etc.)

Location : Lahore, Pakistan

Reports to : Tax Manager / Partner

Experience Required : Minimum 1 1.5 years in tax compliance & advisory (CA firm or corporate tax department)

Duration / Commitment : Minimum 2 years

Qualification : CA Inter, ACCA (part-qualified / affiliate), ICMA (part-qualified), or Graduate / Masters in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

Employment Type : Full-time, On-site

Salary : Market competitive, commensurate with experience

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Associate Tax to join our Tax Department. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge and practical experience in Income Tax, Sales Tax, FBR compliance, PRA filings, and SECP regulatory requirements . The role involves managing tax compliance assignments, preparing statutory filings, assisting in client advisory, and ensuring all deadlines are met with accuracy and professionalism .

Key Responsibilities

Preparation and filing of Income Tax Returns (individuals, AOPs, companies)

Drafting and filing Wealth Statements and reconciliations

Managing tax notices, audits, and responding to FBR queries

Preparing withholding tax statements (monthly / annual) and ensuring compliance with Income Tax Ordinance, 2001

Preparing and e-filing monthly Sales Tax Returns for FBR and PRA

Handling input / output tax reconciliations and adjustments

Managing sales tax registration and de-registration processes

Advising clients on sales tax implications and procedural compliance

Filing annual and periodic returns through SECP e-services

Preparing statutory forms (company incorporation, change in directors, share capital changes)

Maintaining compliance with Companies Act, 2017 and related regulations

Liaising with clients for gathering documentation and clarifying queries

Advising clients on tax planning within legal frameworks

Coordinating with government authorities to resolve compliance matters

Supervising junior associates in routine tax work

Ensuring timely completion of assignments and maintaining compliance calendars

Assisting in developing internal checklists, SOPs, and training materials

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Knowledge

Strong understanding of Income Tax Ordinance, 2001, Sales Tax Act, 1990, Punjab Sales Tax on Services Act, 2012, and Companies Act, 2017

Familiarity with tax and regulatory portals (IRIS, PRA, SECP e-services)

Working knowledge of relevant SROs, circulars, and tax case law

Professional Skills

Excellent drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in filings

Good command over MS Excel, Word, and accounting / tax software

Interpersonal Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to handle multiple assignments and meet tight deadlines

Client-focused approach with a proactive attitude