Finance Manager Accounting And Tax Advisory

Lion Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Diverse UAE and international clients

Professional advisory environment

Job summary

Lion Group in Dubai seeks a Finance Manager – Accounting & Tax Advisory to lead complex UAE tax, VAT and financial reporting engagements for a diverse client base.

The ideal candidate is a CA through ICAI with 3+ years post-qualification, strong IFRS, transfer pricing knowledge and proven team leadership. You will manage multiple client portfolios and drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA through ICAI (mandatory).
• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience in accounting/tax advisory or professional services.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax, UAE VAT and Transfer Pricing.

Responsibilities

• Manage UAE Corporate Tax compliance, including calculations, return prep, filing and advisory.
• Prepare and review Transfer Pricing documentation (benchmarking, Master/Local Files).
• Oversee UAE VAT returns and advisory on VAT registration/deregistration and treatment.
• Oversee accounting/bookkeeping and IFRS-compliant financial reporting for multiple clients.
• Lead and develop junior team members and manage client relationships with deadlines.

Skills

UAE Corporate Tax

VAT

Transfer Pricing

IFRS

Financial reporting

Accounting compliance

Excel

English communication

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) through ICAI

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title: Finance Manager – Accounting & Tax Advisory

Location: Dubai, UAE

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Accounting, Tax & Financial Advisory

Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA) – Mandatory

About The Role

We are a Dubai-based accounting and tax advisory firm seeking a highly competent, detail-oriented and experienced Finance Manager.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Indian Chartered Accountant (CA) through the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), with strong technical expertise in UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, Transfer Pricing, financial reporting and accounting compliance.

This is a hands-on management position requiring excellent analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, strong technical knowledge and the ability to manage multiple client engagements while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Tax & Transfer Pricing

• Manage UAE Corporate Tax compliance, including tax calculations, return preparation, filing and advisory.
• Prepare and review Transfer Pricing documentation, including benchmarking studies, functional analyses, Master Files and Local Files, where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Transfer Pricing regulations, related-party transaction requirements and the arm’s length principle.
• Advise clients on Corporate Tax implications, exemptions, reliefs and tax-efficient business structures.
• Stay updated on UAE tax legislation and Federal Tax Authority (FTA) requirements.

VAT Compliance & Advisory

• Oversee preparation, review and submission of UAE VAT returns.
• Advise clients on VAT registration, deregistration, compliance and transaction treatment.
• Review VAT reconciliations and identify potential tax exposures.
• Support clients with FTA enquiries, tax assessments and audits.

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Oversee accounting and bookkeeping services for multiple clients.
• Review financial statements, management accounts and financial reports in accordance with IFRS.
• Ensure accuracy of general ledgers, reconciliations, financial records and supporting documentation.
• Identify accounting discrepancies, financial risks and areas requiring corrective action.
• Support clients with financial planning, budgeting and management reporting.

Team Management & Client Relationships

• Supervise, review and guide accountants and junior team members.
• Manage multiple client portfolios and ensure deadlines are consistently met.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients on accounting, tax and financial matters.
• Review all deliverables to ensure technical accuracy, completeness and compliance.
• Improve internal processes, reporting standards and quality control procedures.

Mandatory Requirements

• Indian Chartered Accountant (CA) qualified through the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) – mandatory.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience, ideally within a small or mid-sized accounting, tax advisory or professional services firm.
• Strong working knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax, UAE VAT and Transfer Pricing regulations.
• Demonstrable hands-on experience in Transfer Pricing documentation, related-party transactions and compliance.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to independently review complex accounting and tax matters.
• Strong written and spoken English communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage teams, client relationships and multiple deadlines.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience working in a UAE accounting or tax consultancy. Experience with the UAE Federal Tax Authority and EmaraTax platform.
• Experience advising multinational companies, free zone entities and corporate groups.
• Experience in a small or mid-sized accounting or tax advisory firm.
• Experience preparing and reviewing Transfer Pricing benchmarking reports.
• Strong understanding of international tax principles and OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• We are looking for someone who is:
• Extremely detail-oriented, with the ability to spot inaccuracies, inconsistencies and potential compliance risks.
• Technically strong and confident in accounting and taxation.
• Proactive, organised and capable of working independently.
• Comfortable taking ownership of client engagements from start to finish.
• Professional, reliable and committed to producing high-quality work.
• Capable of managing and developing a team while maintaining accountability.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of UAE and international clients.
• A professional advisory environment.
• Long-term career development and leadership opportunities.