Tax Officer

Job Summary

The Tax Officer provides day-to-day support in the delivery of tax compliance and advisory
services to client entities. The role involves preparing and reviewing tax returns, VAT filings, and
related submissions, assisting with tax computations, and ensuring compliance with both local
and international tax obligations. Working closely with the Head of Tax, accounting colleagues,
and client representatives, the Tax Officer contributes to accurate reporting, regulatory
compliance, and clear communication of tax issues.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Preparing and reviewing corporate income tax returns, VAT filings, and other tax-related
  submissions for client entities.
• Assisting with tax computations, deferred tax calculations, and tax provisions required for
  statutory financial reporting.
• Ensuring timely compliance with local tax deadlines and filing requirements.
• Supporting the documentation and compliance process for transfer pricing and
  economic substance requirements.
• Assisting with the preparation of tax packs, reconciliations, and supporting
  documentation for statutory audits.
• Monitoring statutory tax deadlines and maintaining a tax compliance calendar to ensure
  timely filings and prevent penalties.

Advisory & Client Support

• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of tax legislation, case law, and regulatory
  developments, and advising clients and internal teams on the potential impact of
  changes.
• Assisting in the preparation of reports, memos, and presentations to communicate tax
  issues clearly and effectively to clients and management.
• Supporting the onboarding of new clients from a tax perspective, including assistance
  with KYC/AML requirements, tax registrations, and initial compliance checks.
• Responding to client vat and tax queries in a timely and professional manner, ensuring
• clear communication and practical guidance.
• Working closely with the accounting team and other departments to deliver integrated
  and practical solutions to clients.

Regulatory & Authority Liaison

Liaising with tax authorities on queries, audits, and assessments.

Supporting the Head of Tax in preparing responses to regulatory inspections or requests.

Team & Organisational Support

• Providing consistent support to the Head of Tax and other senior team members in
  delivering high-quality client services.
• Contributing to process improvements and knowledge-sharing within the tax team.
• Assisting in drafting and maintaining internal tax policies, checklists, and working papers
  to support consistency and efficiency within the tax function.
• Assisting with any other matters as may be requested from time to time by management.
  

Continuous Professional Development & Industry Awareness

• Staying informed of changes in Maltese corporate tax law, VAT rules, and international tax
  developments (e.g., OECD BEPS, CRS, FATCA, Pillar 2).
• Participating in ongoing training, CPD, and professional development activities to
  enhance technical knowledge and skills.
• Actively pursuing or continuing professional qualifications.
• Sharing updates, insights, and best practices with colleagues to support team
  development and collective expertise.
• Attending relevant seminars, webinars, or workshops to broaden understanding of
  emerging tax trends and regulatory updates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Taxation, Law, or related discipline (part-qualified
• professionals or individuals pursuing ACCA, ADIT, or equivalent qualifications.
• MIT award in Taxation
• Prior experience in tax compliance, accounting, or a related role within a professional
  services or financial services environment.
• Knowledge of Maltese corporate tax, VAT legislation, and international tax frameworks.
• Familiarity with transfer pricing and economic substance requirements is an advantage.

Skills Required

• Strong technical and analytical skills with attention to detail in tax computations and
• compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information
  clearly.
• Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with accounting or tax software/tools.

Role Expectations

• Delivering timely and accurate tax compliance and reporting services to clients.
• Ensuring adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements, including corporate tax,
  VAT, and international tax obligations.
• Maintaining professional and constructive relationships with clients, tax authorities, and
  internal teams.
• Demonstrating integrity, confidentiality, and professional judgment in handling client
  matters.
• Contributing to a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and knowledge
  sharing within the Tax Department.