Tax Manager

Audit Valencia; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Audit Valencia in the UAE seeks a seasoned Tax Manager to lead tax advisory and external audit engagements. You will oversee UAE Corporate Tax, VAT compliance, and FTA interactions, ensuring timely filings and accurate tax computations.

The role requires 7–10 years of UAE taxation and audit experience, with strong knowledge of VAT law, corporate tax, and regulatory requirements. Arabic language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CA/CPA or UAE Corporate Tax Diploma preferred.
• UAE experience mandatory.
• Arabic language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advisory services on UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, and other applicable taxes.
• Manage VAT and Corporate Tax registrations, filings, and returns.
• Handle FTA audits, assessments, objections, and clarifications.
• Advise clients on tax planning, tax structuring, and compliance strategies.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) requirements and deadlines.
• Prepare and review tax computation workings and supporting documentation.
• Strategically liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective coordination.
• Demonstrate expertise in managing control actions, IFRS standards, and external audit engagements.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CA/CPA or UAE Corporate Tax Diploma

Job description

Job Title: Tax Manager

Location: Dubai, UAE

Employment Type: Full-time

Important Note: Candidates must be currently located in the UAE, as face-to-face interviews are mandatory for this position.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced Tax Manager with strong expertise in UAE taxation & experience in External Audit to join our professional team. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of UAE tax laws, compliance requirements, and audit practices, IFRS, and will play a key role in advising clients, managing tax engagements, and ensuring full regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert advisory services on UAE Corporate Tax, VAT, and other applicable taxes
• Manage and review VAT and Corporate Tax registrations, filings, and returns
• Handle FTA audits, assessments, objections, and clarifications
• Advise clients on tax planning, tax structuring, and compliance strategies
• Ensure compliance with UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) requirements and deadlines
• Prepare and review tax computation workings and supporting documentation
• Strategically liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective coordination.
• Demonstrate expertise in managing control actions, IFRS standards, and external audit engagements.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 7-10 years of proven experience in taxation and external auditing in the UAE
• Strong hands-on experience in:
  • UAE VAT Law and Executive Regulations
  • UAE Corporate Tax Law
  • FTA audit handling and compliance
• Solid understanding of UAE commercial laws and regulatory frameworks
• Experience in tax advisory and external audit
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills
• Strong client communication and stakeholder management abilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Professional certifications such as CA, CPA, UAE Corporate Tax Diploma are highly preferred
• UAE experience is mandatory
• Arabic Language speaker is highly preferred