Tax Manager

Bolster Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 280,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolster Group is seeking a Tax Manager to lead UAE tax work, advising on Corporate Tax and VAT, reviewing returns, and structuring cross-border holdings in a compliant manner. You will collaborate with structuring, accounting and compliance teams.

The role focuses on regulatory compliance, transfer pricing, and keeping templates updated as UAE tax rules evolve. You will train the accounting team and communicate tax notes clearly to clients and partners.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant or tax professional (ACCA, CPA, CA, CTA or equivalent).
• At least five years of tax experience, including UAE Corporate Tax and VAT.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax law, VAT law and FTA procedures.
• Experience with free zone entities and international group structures.
• Based in the UAE or willing to relocate.
• Clear writing and the ability to explain tax rules simply.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on UAE Corporate Tax and VAT, including registrations and reliefs.
• Review corporate tax computations and returns for filing.
• Review VAT registrations and VAT treatment of complex transactions.
• Manage correspondence with the FTA and handle tax audits.
• Support transfer pricing and related-party transactions.
• Assist with holding and group structure designs and tax risk reviews.
• Prepare concise tax notes for clients and partners.
• Train the accounting team on UAE tax topics.
• Monitor changes in UAE tax law and update processes.

Skills

Tax advisory

UAE Corporate Tax

VAT knowledge

Communication

Education

ACCA/CPA/CA/CTA

Tools

EmaraTax portal

Job description

We are looking for a Tax Manager to lead our UAE tax work. You will advise clients on UAE Corporate Tax and VAT, review returns prepared by the accounting team and help structure cross-border holdings in a compliant way. You will work closely with our structuring, accounting and compliance teams.

Key responsibilities

• Advise clients on UAE Corporate Tax at the standard 9% rate, including registration, qualifying free zone person status, small business relief, exempt income and tax groups.
• Review Corporate Tax computations and returns prepared by the accounting team before filing.
• Review VAT registrations, returns and the VAT treatment of complex transactions.
• Manage correspondence with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), including clarifications, voluntary disclosures and tax audits.
• Support transfer pricing work: related-party transactions, arm's length basics and disclosure forms.
• Help design and review holding and group structures with the structuring team, with a clear view of tax risks.
• Write short, clear tax notes for clients and partners.
• Train and support the accounting team on UAE tax topics.
• Follow changes in UAE tax law and update our processes and templates.

Requirements

• Qualified accountant or tax professional (ACCA, CPA, CA, CTA or equivalent).
• At least five years of tax experience, including UAE Corporate Tax and VAT, in a Big Four firm, mid-size tax practice or corporate service provider.
• Strong, hands-on knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax law, VAT law and FTA procedures, including the EmaraTax portal.
• Basic knowledge of transfer pricing principles.
• Experience with free zone entities and international group structures.
• Clear writing and the ability to explain tax rules in simple words.
• Based in the UAE or ready to relocate.

Nice to have

• Registered tax agent with the FTA.
• Knowledge of Economic Substance Regulations and Pillar Two rules.
• Exposure to tax in Hong Kong, mainland China or Switzerland.
• Experience with double tax treaties.

Languages

Fluent English is required. Arabic, French or another language is a plus.