Senior Manager - Tax & Financial Controls

Career Opportunities: Senior Manager - Tax & Financial Controls (7740)

Requisition ID 7740 - Posted 07/01/2026 - CB Plaza (L000L007)

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About Commercial Bank of Qatar:

Commercial Bank, founded in 1975 and headquartered in Doha, plays a vital role in Qatar's economic development by offering a range of personal, business, government, international and investment services.

We believe in empowering our employees, providing them with opportunities for growth and professional development.

By Joining us, you'll be part of a workplace culture that fosters innovation, supports work-life balance, and encourages you to reach your full potential.

Join us in shaping the future of banking!

Job Summary

The Senior Manager Tax & Financial Controls operates under the supervision of the Head of Financial Controls and is responsible for Tax Compliance, Internal Controls on Financial Reporting (ICOFR), Cost Control Tower management, co-ordination with external / internal auditors and tax authorities.

Key Accountabilities

Tax controls and management:

• Ensure that monthly Withholding Tax statements are correctly prepared and submitted to Tax Office in a timely manner

• Review the Withholding Tax deduction process and recommend changes if any

• Work with the Project Management team on the VAT implementation and:

• Implement controls to ensure accurate calculation and reporting of VAT

• Ensure that VAT statements are correctly prepared and submitted to the Tax Office in a timely manner

• Preparation of Corporate yearly tax returns for CB and Qatar subsidiaries - liaison with Tax advisors and translating their recommendations and changes into processes

• Complete the CBCR filling in coordination with external advisors

• Complete Transfer Pricing Master / Secondary file filing in coordination with external advisors for the Bank and with Alternatif Bank and their tax advisors for their filing requirements

• Provide tax advice and solutions on CBQ entities and new structures being set up as part of the CBQ Group

• Responsible for managing the Group's information on the General Tax Authority (GTA) / QFC tax portals

• Represent the bank on Tax forums managed by Big 4 and Tax authorities

• Calculation of tax provisions for the quarterly/annual financials

• Preparation of OECD Pillar 2 returns for CB and Qatar subsidiaries.

Financial Control (ICOFR):

• Implement controls around the consolidation process and the financial statements close process
• QFMA - ICOFR Lead for bank wide reviews of Process and entity-level controls - bank wide scope
• QFMA- ICOFR review and update of scope and testing.
• The ICOFR review includes testing and documentation of results as per industry standards for external auditor reviews and regulatory inspections as applicable.
• Liaison for External Audit on ICOFR and IT controls

Accounting & Reporting Controls:

• Act as backup for the Manager GL controls & Projects
• Preparation of Cash flow statement, IFRS 16 note, Staff Costs, IFRS 9-ECL note for stand-alone CB and Consolidated CB Financial Statements
• Co-ordinate with Alternatif Bank on the above notes and perform a review for consolidation.

Cost Control Tower (CCT):

• Lead the CCT working committee, EXCO and GCEO approval process
• Co-ordinate with Businesses/other teams on structuring memos, providing relevant and accurate information, this includes understanding the nature of requests, budgetary and Bank's procurement requirements
• Prepare a dashboard with memo summaries for the EXCO and GCEO approval

Collate information / statistics on all cases put to CCT and business for the bi-annual CCT performance review

Requirements:

Qualifications:

Qualified Accountant: CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or Master's degree in accounting & finance

Required Experience:

• 8 - 10 years' relevant experience in Finance in the banking sector
• This is a senior technical role and involves working independently with minimum supervision
• Leadership skills - managing a team of direct reports
• Specialised knowledge and experience in Tax implementation and compliance, ICOFR Controls, Cost control and Project Management etc.
• Hands-on experience in Accounting and Banking
• English language proficiency - Oral and written.
• Proficiency in MS Office - Word, Excel & PowerPoint Presentations.
• Interpersonal skills - Able to interact with other functions in the department.
• Analytical and logical thinking - Able to demonstrate a strong reasoning capability.
• Pro-active with strong work ethic - Understand clear outcomes within general role objective.
• Teamwork - Able to work effectively within own team and with other stakeholders.

Why Commercial Bank?

• Best Digital Bank in the Middle East 2024 by World Finance and Best Mobile Banking App in the Middle East 2024 by Global Finance.
• An Innovation-Driven, Digital-First Environment where employees work with the latest tools and technologies to redefine banking
• Opportunities for Global Partnerships & International Exposure, connecting employees with global networks and perspectives.
• A focus on Employee Well-being & Work-Life Balance, ensuring a healthy and supportive environment for all team members
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits that ensure our employees are rewarded for their dedication and performance
• A strong Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, fostering a culture that values every individual's unique perspective.

At Commercial Bank, we don't just offer careers, We shape futures by pioneering digital transformation in Qatar's banking sector, blending digital-first approach to redefine banking through innovative solutions.

Disclaimer:

We appreciate your interest in joining CBQ! Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for further steps in the hiring process. This job posting is for informational purposes only, and CBQ reserves the right to modify, withdraw, or close it at any time without notice.

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About Commercial Bank of Qatar:

Commercial Bank, founded in 1975 and headquartered in Doha, plays a vital role in Qatar's economic development by offering a range of personal, business, government, international and investment services.

We believe in empowering our employees, providing them with opportunities for growth and professional development.

By Joining us, you'll be part of a workplace culture that fosters innovation, supports work-life balance, and encourages you to reach your full potential.

Join us in shaping the future of banking!

Job Summary

The Senior Manager Tax & Financial Controls operates under the supervision of the Head of Financial Controls and is responsible for Tax Compliance, Internal Controls on Financial Reporting (ICOFR), Cost Control Tower management, co-ordination with external / internal auditors and tax authorities.

Key Accountabilities

Tax controls and management:

• Ensure that monthly Withholding Tax statements are correctly prepared and submitted to Tax Office in a timely manner

• Review the Withholding Tax deduction process and recommend changes if any

• Work with the Project Management team on the VAT implementation and:

• Implement controls to ensure accurate calculation and reporting of VAT

• Ensure that VAT statements are correctly prepared and submitted to the Tax Office in a timely manner

• Preparation of Corporate yearly tax returns for CB and Qatar subsidiaries - liaison with Tax advisors and translating their recommendations and changes into processes

• Complete the CBCR filling in coordination with external advisors

• Complete Transfer Pricing Master / Secondary file filing in coordination with external advisors for the Bank and with Alternatif Bank and their tax advisors for their filing requirements

• Provide tax advice and solutions on CBQ entities and new structures being set up as part of the CBQ Group

• Responsible for managing the Group's information on the General Tax Authority (GTA) / QFC tax portals

• Represent the bank on Tax forums managed by Big 4 and Tax authorities

• Calculation of tax provisions for the quarterly/annual financials

• Preparation of OECD Pillar 2 returns for CB and Qatar subsidiaries.

Financial Control (ICOFR):

• Implement controls around the consolidation process and the financial statements close process
• QFMA - ICOFR Lead for bank wide reviews of Process and entity-level controls - bank wide scope
• QFMA- ICOFR review and update of scope and testing.
• The ICOFR review includes testing and documentation of results as per industry standards for external auditor reviews and regulatory inspections as applicable.
• Liaison for External Audit on ICOFR and IT controls

Accounting & Reporting Controls:

• Act as backup for the Manager GL controls & Projects
• Preparation of Cash flow statement, IFRS 16 note, Staff Costs, IFRS 9-ECL note for stand-alone CB and Consolidated CB Financial Statements
• Co-ordinate with Alternatif Bank on the above notes and perform a review for consolidation.

Cost Control Tower (CCT):

• Lead the CCT working committee, EXCO and GCEO approval process
• Co-ordinate with Businesses/other teams on structuring memos, providing relevant and accurate information, this includes understanding the nature of requests, budgetary and Bank's procurement requirements
• Prepare a dashboard with memo summaries for the EXCO and GCEO approval

Collate information / statistics on all cases put to CCT and business for the bi-annual CCT performance review

Requirements:

Qualifications:

Qualified Accountant: CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or Master's degree in accounting & finance

Required Experience:

• 8 - 10 years' relevant experience in Finance in the banking sector
• This is a senior technical role and involves working independently with minimum supervision
• Leadership skills - managing a team of direct reports
• Specialised knowledge and experience in Tax implementation and compliance, ICOFR Controls, Cost control and Project Management etc.
• Hands-on experience in Accounting and Banking
• English language proficiency - Oral and written.
• Proficiency in MS Office - Word, Excel & PowerPoint Presentations.
• Interpersonal skills - Able to interact with other functions in the department.
• Analytical and logical thinking - Able to demonstrate a strong reasoning capability.
• Pro-active with strong work ethic - Understand clear outcomes within general role objective.
• Teamwork - Able to work effectively within own team and with other stakeholders.

Why Commercial Bank?

• Best Digital Bank in the Middle East 2024 by World Finance and Best Mobile Banking App in the Middle East 2024 by Global Finance.
• An Innovation-Driven, Digital-First Environment where employees work with the latest tools and technologies to redefine banking
• Opportunities for Global Partnerships & International Exposure, connecting employees with global networks and perspectives.
• A focus on Employee Well-being & Work-Life Balance, ensuring a healthy and supportive environment for all team members
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits that ensure our employees are rewarded for their dedication and performance
• A strong Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, fostering a culture that values every individual's unique perspective.

At Commercial Bank, we don't just offer careers, We shape futures by pioneering digital transformation in Qatar's banking sector, blending digital-first approach to redefine banking through innovative solutions.

Disclaimer:

We appreciate your interest in joining CBQ! Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted for further steps in the hiring process. This job posting is for informational purposes only, and CBQ reserves the right to modify, withdraw, or close it at any time without notice.