Tax & Legal Services - Indirect Tax - Senior Associate

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Associate / Senior Associate to join our Bahrain Indirect Tax practice. The successful candidate will support clients across a broad range of VAT advisory and compliance engagements, helping them navigate Bahrain VAT requirements and wider GCC indirect tax developments.

• Support the delivery of VAT advisory and compliance engagements for clients across a variety of industries.
• Advise clients on the application of Bahrain VAT Law, Executive Regulations, and N  guidance.
• Review and prepare VAT returns, reconciliations, supporting schedules, and compliance documentation.
• Assist clients in identifying, assessing, and managing indirect tax risks while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Support VAT health checks, indirect tax reviews, due diligence engagements, and tax risk assessments.
• Assist clients during tax audits, assessments, enquiries, and dispute resolution processes with the National Bureau for Revenue.
• Conduct technical research and prepare high‑quality reports, memoranda, presentations, and client deliverables.
• Monitor legislative developments and assess the impact of VAT and broader indirect tax changes on client operations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and high‑quality service delivery.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Tax, Legal, Deals, Consulting, and Technology teams to deliver integrated solutions to clients.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with PwC quality standards, risk management policies, and professional requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Tax, Law or a related discipline and/or a relevant professional qualification such as ACCA, ACA, CPA, CTA, ADIT, or an equivalent certification.
• Approximately 2–6 years of relevant experience in VAT, indirect tax, accounting, or professional services, commensurate with the Associate or Senior Associate level.
• Strong understanding of Bahrain VAT legislation, Executive Regulations, and practical VAT compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of GCC VAT frameworks and regional indirect tax developments is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to assess complex technical issues and develop practical recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic language.
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other business productivity tools.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn, develop technical expertise, and contribute to the growth of the practice.