Tax Accountant

Tiger Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Group in UAE seeks a Tax / VAT Accountant to support UAE VAT compliance activities, focusing on documentation, return preparation, review, and submission to the FTA. You will ensure records are accurate and aligned with UAE regulations.

The role requires reviewing VAT invoices and schedules, preparing returns, and coordinating with Finance to meet filing deadlines. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ERP proficiency are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 2–4 years of UAE VAT experience in tax accounting.
• Experience with UAE VAT return preparation and filing.

Responsibilities

• Review VAT invoices, credit notes, and supporting records.
• Prepare VAT returns and submit them to the FTA.
• Ensure correct VAT treatment, tax codes, and rates.
• Reconcile VAT accounts and investigate variances.
• Maintain VAT documentation and audit trails.
• Assist with UAE FTA audits and inquiries.
• Monitor VAT filing deadlines.

Skills

VAT compliance

Attention to detail

Documentation review

Analytical skills

Communication & coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Excel

Job description

Job Title

Tax / VAT Accountant

Job Details

• Department: Finance & Accounting


• Location: UAE


• Employment Type: Full-time


• Reports To: Finance Manager / Chief Accountant

Job Purpose

The Tax / VAT Accountant will be responsible for supporting the company’s UAE tax compliance activities, with a primary focus on VAT documentation, return preparation, review, and submission. The role will ensure that financial records and supporting documents are accurate, complete, and compliant with UAE tax requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and verify VAT-related invoices, credit notes, debit notes, purchase and sales documents, and other supporting records.


• Prepare and organize all required documents and schedules for VAT return preparation and submission.


• Review transactions to ensure the correct VAT treatment, tax codes, and applicable rates are applied.


• Reconcile VAT accounts with the accounting records and investigate discrepancies.


• Prepare VAT workings and supporting schedules for review and submission.


• Ensure timely preparation and filing of VAT returns with the UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA).


• Maintain proper and organized tax records and supporting documentation in accordance with UAE requirements.


• Review tax invoices to ensure they meet the required VAT documentation requirements.


• Coordinate with Finance, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and other departments to obtain missing or required tax documents.


• Assist with FTA queries, VAT clarification requests, and tax-related correspondence.


• Support the preparation of documents required for FTA audits, VAT inspections, and tax reviews.


• Monitor VAT filing deadlines and ensure compliance with applicable tax obligations.


• Identify potential VAT compliance issues and elevate discrepancies or risks to management.


• Stay updated on relevant UAE VAT and tax regulations and communicate applicable changes to the Finance team.


• Perform other tax and accounting duties as assigned by management.

UAE Tax Compliance

• Handle day-to-day UAE VAT compliance activities.


• Review tax documentation and supporting evidence before VAT filing.


• Ensure transactions are properly classified for VAT purposes.


• Assist in maintaining accurate VAT records and reconciliations.


• Support management and external tax consultants, where applicable, during tax reviews and audits.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of UAE VAT regulations and FTA requirements.


• Good understanding of VAT accounting and tax documentation.


• Strong attention to detail and document-review skills.


• Good reconciliation and analytical skills.


• Ability to identify discrepancies and compliance issues.


• Strong Excel and accounting system skills.


• Good communication and coordination skills.


• Ability to meet strict tax filing deadlines.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• 2–4 years of relevant UAE experience in Tax / VAT Accounting.


• Practical experience in UAE VAT return preparation and filing.


• Experience reviewing VAT invoices, supporting documents, and tax records.


• Experience dealing with or supporting FTA requirements, queries, or audits is preferred.


• Experience with ERP/accounting systems is preferred.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely and accurate VAT return preparation and submission.


• Accuracy of VAT calculations and reconciliations.


• Completeness and accuracy of supporting tax documentation.


• Compliance with UAE VAT and FTA requirements.


• Timely resolution of VAT discrepancies and documentation gaps.


• Proper maintenance of tax records and supporting documents.