Tax & Compliance Assistant Manager

Element Search; Sharjah; On-site; AED 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Search seeks an experienced Tax & Compliance Assistant Manager in the UAE to lead corporate tax, VAT, and customs compliance across multiple entities.

You will strengthen financial reporting, internal controls, and governance while ensuring audit readiness and regulatory transparency in a dynamic business environment.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of experience in tax, audit, or corporate finance

Responsibilities

• Lead UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, and customs compliance across entities
• Manage accounting processes aligned with IFRS and UAE regulations
• Strengthen internal controls and audit readiness
• Coordinate with tax advisors and regulators on updates
• Act as liaison between finance teams, auditors, and regulators

Skills

Tax compliance

IFRS knowledge

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Governance

Education

ACCA / CFA / equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Role Objective

TheTax & Compliance Assistant Manager will lead and manage compliance across UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, and Customs regulations, while strengthening financial reporting standards, internal controls, and governance across multiple entities.

This role is critical in ensuring regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and financial transparency in a dynamic and growing business environment.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Tax & VAT Compliance

• Lead end-to-end UAE Corporate Tax (CT) compliance, including return preparation, reconciliation, and filing
• Assess tax positions, exemptions, and Designated Free Zone eligibility
• Ensure proper documentation of qualifying income and compliance requirements
• Coordinate with tax advisors to ensure alignment with FTA regulations and updates

Customs Compliance

• Oversee customs documentation, duty calculations, and import/export declarations
• Ensure adherence to UAE customs laws and free zone regulations
• Collaborate with logistics and procurement teams to ensure smooth clearances

Accounting & Regulatory Reporting

• Drive alignment of accounting processes with IFRS and UAE regulatory standards
• Strengthen internal controls, audit readiness, and compliance frameworks
• Support preparation of monthly MIS reports focusing on tax exposure and compliance metrics

Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key liaison between finance teams, auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities
• Ensure consistent communication of compliance requirements across entities
• Support leadership in embedding strong governance and compliance culture

Ideal Candidate Profile

Qualifications - C

A, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent qualification

Experience

• 4–7 years of experience in tax, audit, or corporate finance
• Strong hands-on experience in UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, and compliance frameworks

Technical Skills

• Solid knowledge of:
  • UAE Corporate Tax regulations (qualifying income, exemptions, tax groups)
  • FTA VAT compliance and filing processes
  • Customs compliance procedures
  • IFRS and group consolidation principles
• Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP systems, and tax/reporting tools

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Strong organizational and time management skills