Tax Compliance Specialist – Islamabad

About the role

Riphah International University is seeking a detail‑oriented Tax Compliance Specialist to join its Finance team in Islamabad. The role focuses on preparing, filing, and reconciling various tax returns while ensuring full compliance with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and file Income Tax, Sales Tax/GST, and Withholding Tax returns using the FBR IRIS portal.
• Collect and review financial data (sales, purchases, payroll) to compute taxable income.
• Reconcile tax payable vs. tax paid, input vs. output tax, and maintain tax schedules.
• Track tax due dates, generate payment slips, and coordinate timely payments with treasury.
• Manage FBR notices, audits, and correspondence to maintain compliance.
• Support internal stakeholders on tax implications and assist finance managers with budgeting and forecasting.
• Maintain audit‑ready tax records, certificates, and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure correct tax entries and alignment of financial reporting.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or MBA in Finance / M.Com.
• 2–3 years of hands‑on experience in taxation, preferably in Pakistan.
• Strong knowledge of the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001 and FBR regulations.

Required skills

• Tax return preparation (Income Tax, Sales Tax/GST, Withholding Tax).
• Use of FBR IRIS portal for e‑filing.
• Tax reconciliation and reporting.
• Maintaining accurate tax documentation.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a reputable university environment.
• Professional development in tax compliance and finance.