Qualified Tax Consultant - Tax and Accountancy Services

Welltax Consultants; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tax consultancy firm in Dubai is seeking a professional to manage Corporate Tax and VAT advisory projects. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience in accountancy or tax practice along with a bachelor's degree in a related field. Responsibilities include advising clients, drafting compliance reports, and liaising with tax authorities. Fluency in English is essential, with additional languages such as Italian, Spanish, or Arabic being desirable. A registered Tax Agent with the FTA is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in accountancy or tax practice with multi-jurisdictional presence.
• Registered Tax Agent with FTA for CT and VAT required.
• Strong understanding of UAE tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage Corporate Tax (CT), VAT and Transfer Pricing projects.
• Draft tax memorandums and compliance reports.
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients.

Skills

Accounting principles

English proficiency

Client communication

Tax compliance

Attention to detail

Education

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

Relevant qualification (ACCA, ACA, CTA, ADIT or ATT)

Tools

MS Excel

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage Corporate Tax (CT), VAT and Transfer Pricing advisory and compliance projects in the UAE and globally, acting as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Draft tax memorandums, letters, compliance reports, and Private Clarifications requests.
• Provide expert advice on UAE CT & VAT issues, including registration, deregistration, and amendments.
• Apply OECD Transfer Pricing principles in client advisory work.
• Support senior managers in preparing proposals for clients and creating other related materials.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of VAT returns and statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with IFRS and other regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with external regulators and provide information required for auditors' reports.
• Prepare and review CT returns and disclosures accurately and on time.
• Act as a point of contact for tax authorities, dealing with new queries and ensuring that any FTA inquiries are managed promptly and effectively.
• Stay updated on UAE Corporate tax and VAT regulations and legislative changes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in accountancy or tax practice or related environment having multi‑jurisdictional presence.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master's degree is a plus).
• A relevant qualification (ACCA, ACA, CTA, ADIT or ATT) is required.
• Registered Tax Agent with the FTA for CT and VAT is required.
• Solid knowledge of international accounting and tax principles, laws, and regulations.
• Accurate and detailed oriented, confident and team player.
• Able to deal with client enquiries in a timely and precise manner.
• Flexible and able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in MS Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks and Xero).
• Strong understanding of the UAE market, local business practices, and regulations.
• Fluency in English.
• Knowledge of Italian, Spanish and/or Arabic is highly desirable.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the UAE and occasionally internationally.