Tax Manager

Job Title: Tax Manager

Location: Dubai, UAE

Employment Type: Full-time

Important Note: Candidates must be currently located in the UAE, as face-to-face interviews are mandatory for this position.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced Tax Manager with strong expertise in UAE taxation & experience in External Audit to join our professional team. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of UAE tax laws, compliance requirements, and audit practices, IFRS, and will play a key role in advising clients, managing tax engagements, and ensuring full regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

· Provide expert advisory services on UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, and other applicable taxes

· Manage and review VAT and Corporate Tax registrations, filings, and returns

· Handle FTA audits, assessments, objections, and clarifications

· Advise clients on tax planning, tax structuring, and compliance strategies

· Ensure compliance with UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) requirements and deadlines

· Prepare and review tax computation workings and supporting documentation

· Strategically liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective coordination.

· Demonstrate expertise in managing control actions, IFRS standards, and external audit engagements.

Required Skills & Experience:

· Minimum 7-10 years of proven experience in taxation and external auditing in the UAE

· Strong hands-on experience in:

o UAE VAT Law and Executive Regulations

o UAE Corporate Tax Law

o FTA audit handling and compliance

· Solid understanding of UAE commercial laws and regulatory frameworks

· Experience in tax advisory and external audit

· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills

· Strong client communication and stakeholder management abilities

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

· Professional certifications such as CA, CPA, UAE Corporate Tax Diploma are highly preferred

· UAE experience is mandatory

· Arabic Language speaker is highly preferred