A leading professional services firm in Cyprus is seeking to recruit a Tax Assistant Manager to join its Tax Department in Nicosia. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of clients, oversee tax engagements and provide technical tax advice, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation and professional standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax professional with strong client management and team leadership skills to take on greater responsibility within a professional services environment.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Execution and completion of tax assignments across various industries.
- Provide tax advisory services, identify potential tax risks and recommend appropriate tax planning and mitigation strategies.
- Monitor changes in Cyprus tax legislation, EU directives and international tax developments, communicating relevant updates to clients and colleagues.
- Review tax computations, returns, reports and other deliverables before submission for final review.
- Plan engagements, allocate resources, monitor budgets and ensure assignments are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
- Maintain strong client relationships, respond to technical queries and attend client meetings.
- Manage client accounts, including billing, fee analysis and collections.
- Supervise, train, mentor and develop team members, providing constructive feedback and supporting their professional growth.
- Participate in recruitment, performance reviews and internal training initiatives.
- Collaborate with other departments to deliver integrated client solutions and identify opportunities to cross-sell services.
- Contribute to business development activities, client presentations and networking events.
- Undertake occasional travel within Cyprus and abroad for client meetings and business development activities.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Relevant academic and professional qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or a related field.
- Proven experience in taxation within an accounting, audit or professional services firm.
- Strong knowledge of Cyprus tax legislation, particularly direct taxation, with the ability to interpret and apply complex tax regulations.
- Experience managing client portfolios and overseeing multiple tax engagements.
- Previous experience supervising, reviewing and developing the work of junior team members.
- Good understanding of international tax matters and the ability to research foreign tax systems and EU directives.
- Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent communication, report-writing and presentation skills.
- A proactive, client-focused approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues and clients at all levels.
- Excellent command of Greek and English, both written and spoken.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
- €32,500 – €41,600 Gross Per Annum.
- Salary will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and skills. The advertised salary range is indicative, any offer will reflect the successful candidate’s suitability.
- Flexible working hours.
- A collaborative and supportive working environment.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
- 21 days of annual leave.
- Provident fund.
- Medical scheme.
- Free parking.
- Breakfast and all-day snacks.
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to Ross Pitman, ross@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call +357 25 342 736 for further information.
