27 Tax Accounting jobs in the United Arab Emirates

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Industry/Sector

Specialism

Management Level

Job Description & Summary

Growing as a strategic advisor you leverage your influence expertise and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy you apply sound judgment recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity ask thoughtful questions and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing diverse and inclusive teams and your commitment to excellence contributes to the success of our Firm.

Examples of the skills knowledge and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Craft and convey clear impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
• Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
• Validate outcomes with clients share alternative perspectives and act on client feedback.
• Direct the team through complexity demonstrating composure through ambiguous challenging and uncertain situations.
• Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
• Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
• Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
• Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firms code of conduct and independence requirements.

Education (if blank degree and/or field of study not specified)

Certifications (if blank certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Desired Languages (If blank desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

Government Clearance Required

Job Posting End Date

Required Experience:

Senior Manager

Description

Job Description & Summary

Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
• Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
• Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
• Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
• Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
• Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
• Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
• Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Government Clearance Required?

Job Posting End Date

Role Summary
This is a hands-on advisory role that combines financial planning, compliance, and client relationship management to deliver seamless service and strategic guidance. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in accounting principles, UAE tax laws, and regulatory frameworks, along with a client-first mindset and a collaborative working style.
Your Key Responsibilities
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, offering expert advice on accounting and tax matters with clarity and confidence.
• Build long-term, trusted relationships by providing timely insights and addressing evolving client needs.
• Coordinate with external partners (legal, investment, tax) to ensure unified communication and strategy execution.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and analysis including budgets, forecasts, balance sheets, and cash flow reviews.
• Guide clients through bespoke financial planning strategies to support long-term objectives and investment decisions.
• Oversee the financial administration of personal and family wealth portfolios.
• Manage all aspects of tax compliance including UAE VAT and Corporate Tax registration, filings, and documentation.
• Maintain governance records such as minutes, resolutions, and compliance registers.
• Liaise with auditors and ensure all regulatory requirements are consistently met.
• Organize and lead client meetings, prepare agendas, document discussions, and ensure effective follow-up.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records and ensure all documentation is current and accessible.
• Work closely with cross-functional colleagues to enhance service delivery and share technical knowledge.
• Identify and implement process improvements, contributing to the development of internal SOPs and best practices.
• Develop and uphold frameworks to manage regulatory and reputational risk, particularly in relation to AML and data protection.
• Ensure all practices are in full compliance with local laws and international standards.

Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration; advanced degrees or certifications (CA, ACCA, CPA, STEP) are a strong plus
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in tax and accounting, ideally with exposure to family offices or UHNW clients
• Deep understanding of UAE tax regulations and corporate structures
• Prior experience working in the UAE or GCC region is preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in managing high-touch client relationships

Skills & Attributes
• Analytical thinker with a sharp eye for detail and accuracy
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial matters into client-friendly language
• High integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial information
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho), CRMs, and Microsoft Office tools
• Organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple projects under tight deadlines

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Role Summary
This is a hands-on advisory role that combines financial planning, compliance, and client relationship management to deliver seamless service and strategic guidance. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in accounting principles, UAE tax laws, and regulatory frameworks, along with a client-first mindset and a collaborative working style.
Your Key Responsibilities
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, offering expert advice on accounting and tax matters with clarity and confidence.
• Build long-term, trusted relationships by providing timely insights and addressing evolving client needs.
• Coordinate with external partners (legal, investment, tax) to ensure unified communication and strategy execution.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and analysis including budgets, forecasts, balance sheets, and cash flow reviews.
• Guide clients through bespoke financial planning strategies to support long-term objectives and investment decisions.
• Oversee the financial administration of personal and family wealth portfolios.
• Manage all aspects of tax compliance including UAE VAT and Corporate Tax registration, filings, and documentation.
• Maintain governance records such as minutes, resolutions, and compliance registers.
• Liaise with auditors and ensure all regulatory requirements are consistently met.
• Organize and lead client meetings, prepare agendas, document discussions, and ensure effective follow-up.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records and ensure all documentation is current and accessible.
• Work closely with cross-functional colleagues to enhance service delivery and share technical knowledge.
• Identify and implement process improvements, contributing to the development of internal SOPs and best practices.
• Develop and uphold frameworks to manage regulatory and reputational risk, particularly in relation to AML and data protection.
• Ensure all practices are in full compliance with local laws and international standards.

Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration; advanced degrees or certifications (CA, ACCA, CPA, STEP) are a strong plus
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in tax and accounting, ideally with exposure to family offices or UHNW clients
• Deep understanding of UAE tax regulations and corporate structures
• Prior experience working in the UAE or GCC region is preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in managing high-touch client relationships

Skills & Attributes
• Analytical thinker with a sharp eye for detail and accuracy
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial matters into client-friendly language
• High integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial information
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Zoho), CRMs, and Microsoft Office tools
• Organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple projects under tight deadlines

Upload your resume and our tool will compare it to the requirements for this job like recruiters do.

It has come to our attention that clients and candidates are being contacted by individuals fraudulently posing as Antal representatives. If you receive a suspicious message (by email or WhatsApp), please do not click on any links or attachments. We never ask for credit card or bank details to purchase materials, and we do not charge fees to jobseekers.

Line of Service

Industry/Sector

Specialism

Management Level

Job Description & Summary

Growing as a strategic advisor you leverage your influence expertise and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy you apply sound judgment recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity ask thoughtful questions and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing diverse and inclusive teams and your commitment to excellence contributes to the success of our Firm.

Examples of the skills knowledge and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Craft and convey clear impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
• Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
• Validate outcomes with clients share alternative perspectives and act on client feedback.
• Direct the team through complexity demonstrating composure through ambiguous challenging and uncertain situations.
• Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
• Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
• Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
• Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firms code of conduct and independence requirements.

Education (if blank degree and/or field of study not specified)

Certifications (if blank certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Desired Languages (If blank desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

Government Clearance Required

Job Posting End Date

Required Experience:

Senior Manager

Description

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in tax services focus on providing advice and guidance to clients on tax planning, compliance, and strategy. These individuals help businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimise their tax positions.

In tax consulting and advising at PwC, you will focus on offering consulting and advisory services to clients on various tax matters. You will provide advice and guidance on tax planning, compliance, and strategy, helping businesses optimise their tax positions and navigate complex tax regulations.

Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
• Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
• Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
• Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
• Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
• Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
• Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
• Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS), Business Tax, Business Tax Returns, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Controlled Foreign Companies (Taxes), Corporate Tax Planning, Creativity, Document Management, Domestic Restructuring (Taxes), Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Accounting, Financial Advising, Financial Planning, Financial Risk Management, Inclusion, Income Tax Provisions, Influence, Information Gathering {+ 46 more}

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

September 30, 2025

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

• Understanding of UAE Tax (VAT & Corporate Tax) regulations
• Ability to interact with client & guide / assist them with respect to their CT & VAT compliances
• Ability to undertake CT / VAT registrations, amendments as well as filing of required returns
• Handle all statutory compliances of clients like VAT, Corporate Tax, UBO Declaration & any other corporate statutory compliances applicable from time to time.
• Knowledge of tax laws in particular UAE VAT, Corporate Tax & Other Corporate Regulations
• Understanding of DTAA is required.
• Understanding of international tax, DTAA, BEPS, CRS and TIEA will be an added advantage.
• Good report writing skill
• Minimum 4 years of experience in tax compliance or related roles in UAE
• Qualification – Chartered Accountant

Employment Type

Full Time

Company Industry

• Accounting & Auditing

Department / Functional Area

• Accounts
• Taxation
• Audit
• Company Secretary

Keywords

• Tax Compliance Officer
• Tax Manager
• Head Of Tax

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Kothari Auditors and Accountants - a professionally managed accounting, auditing, management and financial consulting firm, was established in October 1992. The company is registered with the Ministry of Economy, Dubai Department of Economic Development, Sharjah Economic Development Department and other local authorities to operate in the emirates of Dubai and Sharjah. The firm excels in offering accounting, audit services that includes statutory, internal and management audit and a host of financial consultancy services. It offers professional guidance that leverages formalities needed to set up businesses in the industrial, trade or services sector either offshore, local, or in any of the free zones in the UAE.

Tony Saldanha - HR Officer

Bank Street, Dubai UAE Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Job Title: Tax Compliance Specialist

A career opportunity has arisen for a seasoned Tax Compliance Specialist to join our team. We are seeking an individual with expertise in GCC tax regulations, strategic tax planning, and compliance management.

We offer a dynamic work environment that fosters growth and development. As a Tax Compliance Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate filing of all tax returns, including VAT, corporate income tax, and other applicable taxes.

You will stay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations to maintain full compliance. Your analytical skills and ability to navigate complex financial landscapes will be essential in this role.

Your key responsibilities will include: