Senior Tax Specialist

Senior Tax Specialist

At Maersk, we have a vision larger than the ocean: to be a true integrator of container logistics connecting and simplifying our customers’ supply chain. We count on our people to make it happen. Besides focusing on creating value for our customers and the business, a key priority for us is to drive personal and professional development for our people to prepare for further career progression. We value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job.

The Senior Tax Specialist will support the execution of tax compliance, governance and tax operations in Egypt, ensuring compliance with local regulations, Maersk policies, internal controls and agreed SLAs. The role will collaborate with Finance, Commercial, Operations, Procurement, customers, vendors, tax consultants and other Maersk entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support tax compliance activities and implementation of Egyptian tax requirements.
• Monitor tax updates and coordinate with external tax consultants.
• Manage tax documentation, including WHT certificates/receipts, tax records and supporting documents.
• Follow up with customers and vendors on required tax documentation and resolve tax-related discrepancies.
• Support tax reconciliations, reporting, data analysis and finance-related operational activities.
• Maintain accurate customer and vendor tax information and records.
• Ensure timely execution of activities in line with SLAs, internal controls, and governance requirements.
• Proactively identify and resolve tax and compliance issues.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and other Maersk entities on tax and collection-related matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or related field.
• Relevant tax experience, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Good knowledge of Egyptian tax regulations and compliance processes.
• Experience with WHT and tax documentation preferred.
• SAP knowledge is an advantage.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and deliver within deadlines.
• Strong ownership, accountability and commitment to compliance and controls.

We Offer 

This is an exciting career opportunity in an international, challenging business setting known for diversity and high paced environment. You will get to focus on creating valuable relations with current and new customers and work with highly professional teams in an environment where you will be valued, recognized and well rewarded. You will work with amazing and diverse colleagues with a deep sense of commitment to live Our Values and together, go all the way for our customers, society and for each other.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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