Senior Associate - Tax Compliance

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Senior Associate - Tax Compliance

Experienced hire

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Location: Sharjah, UAE (Client Office)

Experience: 5-8 years

Employment Type: Full-time

Preference will be given to candidates who have shown consistency and long-term engagement in their previous employment, with an average tenure of three years or more per role.

Urgent Requirement - Immediate Joining

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of this position is to support the tax compliance processes of client entities by preparing and reviewing tax returns, ensuring timely submission of filings and payments, and maintaining accurate and complete tax records. The role further involves handling tax registrations and de-registrations, as well as coordinating updates of client information with the Federal Tax Authority. Additional responsibilities include reconciling tax accounts, assisting with internal tax reporting requirements, and supporting audit processes. This position plays a critical role in ensuring full compliance with UAE tax regulations and in delivering reliable data to support tax reporting and business decision-making for client entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze accounting transactions by collecting, verifying, and organizing relevant documentation (e.g., bank statements, sales invoices, purchase bills, employee expenses, and corporate documents) for client entities.
• Assist in compiling and analyzing accounting data for the preparation of tax returns (e.g. VAT, Excise Tax, Corporate Tax) and fulfilling other tax and regulatory reporting obligations.
• Support the team in maintaining tax and accounting compliance for client entities through accurate and timely data entry, documentation, and reconciliation of tax accounts.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of tax registration, de-registration, and updates of client information with the Federal Tax Authority or other relevant authorities.
• Help track project deliverables, timelines, and documentation in coordination with the engagement team to ensure adherence to internal and client deadlines.
• Ensure timely completion of assigned tasks and escalate delays or challenges to the reporting team leader as needed.
• Participate in internal review meetings with Managers or senior team members to discuss findings, issues, or required clarifications, as applicable.
• Stay abreast of applicable changes in UAE tax and accounting regulations, and apply updates to assigned tasks as needed.
• Contribute to improving team efficiency by adhering to standard processes and providing feedback for process improvement.
• May be assigned to work on-site at the client’s premises on an outsourced basis in the UAE, subject to engagement requirements and client needs.

Working Environment, Contacts and Decision Making

Working Environment:

• Join a diverse, multinational team passionate about delivering excellence and innovation in our industry.
• Cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset, driving innovation and growth.
• Rapidly adapt to and integrate new technology tools to enhance our competitive edge and operational efficiency.
• Benefit from the latest technology and software tools necessary for your role, including company laptops, cloud-based collaboration platforms, and specialized software. Comprehensive IT support and training are provided to ensure your success.
• Leverage extensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and support for professional certifications to grow professionally.
• An approach centered on adding value to our clients.
• Flexibility to adjust working hours based on the needs of the project, subject to pre-agreement with the supervisor. This flexibility aims to ensure both the efficient progress of projects and the work-life balance of our team members.

Contacts:

• Internal: All Departments
• External: Clients, Auditors, Federal Tax Authority (FTA), Banks (if applicable), Government Portals / Authorities

Job / Person Specifications

Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Professional accountancy qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA, or any equivalent certification.
• Additional qualification in taxation (e.g., Post Graduate Diploma in Taxation, CTA, ATT) will be considered an added advantage.
• Candidates must have completed or be willing to complete (within 6 to 8 months of joining), FTA-accredited tax training programs.
• Background in tax compliance, payroll processing, or financial reporting within a professional services environment; preference will be given to candidates with experience at Top 5 global accounting or auditing firms.
• Solid understanding of IFRS and other relevant accounting standards, with the ability to apply these in practical client scenarios.
• Working knowledge of UAE tax regulations; familiarity with EU tax frameworks or the tax regime of the candidate’s home jurisdiction is also valued.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Power BI, with the ability to analyze, interpret, and present financial and tax data effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are essential; proficiency in Arabic is a plus.

Competencies:

Analytical Thinking, Regulatory Knowledge, Time Management, Communication Skills, Problem Solving

Experience:

• 5 to 8 years of experience in tax accounting or compliance, preferably within the UAE or GCC region, ideally within consulting firms or in-house finance/tax departments.

• Demonstrated hands-on experience preparing and filing VAT and Corporate Tax returns, including proficiency with the UAE FTA portal or other tax authority portals.

• Proven ability in dealing with tax reconciliations, using MS Excel and, where applicable, available AI tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

• Working knowledge of UAE FTA tax regulations (VAT, Corporate Tax, Excise Tax); in the absence of UAE experience, familiarity with other jurisdictional tax frameworks and ability to quickly adapt to UAE requirements is essential.

• Exposure to ERP and tax software tools, with strong MS Office skills-especially Excel-for data analysis, reconciliation, and reporting purposes.

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Be part of an organisation that cares about your development and provides the opportunities for you to excel in your career now, for tomorrow.

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