58 Tax Compliance jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are looking for Accounting and Taxation Advisor / Consultant to join our client handling team at Choose UAE.

This pivotal role serves as the primary contact for both our internal team's queries and our clients, offering expert advice and support in a range of financial disciplines.

Tax Expertise as Advisory: Advise on VAT registration and compliance by interpreting local UAE rules and regulations, focusing on strategic consultation to optimize tax positions rather than direct filing.

The Tax Manager will be responsible for managing the tax compliance, planning, and reporting. This role requires an in-depth understanding of UAE tax laws and regulations, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively in Arabic and English.

Key pre-requisites:

• Have an active advisory role in the company having to deal with the initial client requirements and handling the sales cycle.
• More than 2 years of experience in an accounting firm handling clients for book-keeping, VAT, and Corporate Tax
• Background in Finance and client handling
• Should be immediately available to start (without notice period)

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all aspects of tax compliance, including VAT, corporate tax, and other applicable taxes.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of tax returns and payments in accordance with FTA regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax laws and regulations in the UAE and other relevant jurisdictions.
• Conduct regular tax audits and prepare necessary documentation for FTA audits.
• Develop and implement effective tax strategies to minimize tax liabilities and enhance tax efficiency.
• Provide expert tax advice to senior management and other departments within the organization.
• Liaise with the FTA and other regulatory bodies on tax-related matters.
• Prepare and review tax provisions, forecasts, and budgets.
• Manage and mentor junior tax staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Collaborate with external tax advisors and auditors to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and advise on their impact on the business.
• Ensure robust internal controls are in place for all tax-related processes.
• Corporate Tax Advisory: Utilize expertise to guide clients through corporate tax registration and compliance, leveraging knowledge of the local legal framework for strategic advice rather than direct tax services.

We Value

• The ability to multitask effectively

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED5, AED6,500.00 per month

Experience:

• consulting: 1 year (Required)

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:

A career in Transfer Pricing services will provide you with the opportunity to help clients develop compliant tax efficient structures that advance their business goals. You will focus on all aspects of documentation planning, dispute resolution, and advance pricing agreements.

• Use feedback and reflection to develop self-awareness, personal strengths, and address development areas.
• Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and bring order to unstructured problems.
• Extract insights from current industry or sector trends using a broad range of tools and techniques.
• Review work for quality, accuracy, and relevance.
• Know when to use tools available for a given situation and explain the reasons for this choice.
• Seek opportunities that give exposure to different situations, environments, and perspectives.
• Communicate effectively in a structured way when influencing and connecting with others.
• Become aware of your surroundings and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

We are responsible for all aspects of intercompany pricing arrangements between related business entities including transfers of intellectual property, tangible goods, services, loans, and other financing transactions.

We are looking for a Senior Associate who can work as part of a team of problem solvers helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution.

Location: SAIF Zone, Sharjah

• Key Responsibilities:
• Manage corporate tax compliance for the organization and its subsidiaries, including periodic return preparation, reconciliation, and filing.
• Conduct internal assessments to determine tax positions, exemptions, and eligibility under the Designated Free Zone regime.
• Coordinate with tax advisors to ensure ongoing compliance with Federal Tax Authority guidelines.
• Oversee customs documentation, duty calculations, import/export declarations, and related audits for goods movement.
• Ensure compliance with SAIF Zone and UAE Federal customs laws, especially in relation to free zone transfers and re-exports.

• Qualifications:
• CA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent financial qualification.
  
• Experience:
• 3-5 years of relevant experience, ideally in auditing, tax advisory, or corporate finance, with exposure to UAE regulations.
• Prior experience in managing corporate tax, VAT, or financial reporting standards is essential.
• Technical Competencies:
• Working knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax regulations (including qualifying income, tax group provisions, and exemptions)
• FTA VAT rules and filing processes
• Customs compliance procedures
• IFRS and group consolidation principles
• Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP/accounting systems, and tax portals

Tax Compliance Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Tax Compliance Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing and preparing tax returns, ensuring compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to the success of our organization.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in tax compliance.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent certification.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for professional growth and development.

Our team is dedicated to providing excellent service to our clients, and we are looking for someone who shares our commitment to quality and excellence.

Job Overview

The Group Tax Manager is a pivotal role that oversees the day-to-day tax compliance activities for the organization. Ensuring adherence to tax regulations and supporting business operations are key responsibilities of this position.

Your Responsibilities

• Compliance
• Manage tax affairs, including tax compliance processes and related tasks.
• Prepare and review corporate tax filings.
• Support OECD Pillar 2 Tax filings, including data collection and alignment with portfolio companies on local Pillar 2 compliance.
• Own and prepare transfer pricing documentation, including master files, local files, country-by-country reporting, and Pillar 2 compliance obligations.
• Assist in VAT return filings, including e-invoicing projects across jurisdictions.
• Maintain and execute the tax control framework.
• Support quarter-end closing activities, including tax provisions and forecasts.
• Advisory
• Support implementation of new tax regulations.
• Contribute to operational transfer pricing initiatives.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors and liaise with tax authorities as needed.
• Assist in pursuing refunds, credits, and incentives in new markets or locations.
• Collaborate with corporate accounting, legal, FP&A, and local tax and finance teams.
• Stay informed of new tax legislation and regulations.
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Requirements

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in tax, economics, or accounting.
• Membership from CTA, IFA, NOB, or similar is preferred.
• Minimum five years' experience in a Big Four tax firm or in-house with an international organization.
• Experience working with top management and managing relationships with external bodies such as tax authorities and service providers.

Your Proficiencies

• Strong finance and tax knowledge, IT skills with SAP, Oracle, Cognos, MS Office.
• Focus on compliance and project ownership.
• Analytical skills, attention to detail, strategic thinking, problem-solving.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Interpersonal skills to build stakeholder relationships.
• Leadership skills to motivate and manage virtual teams.
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About Airalo

Alo! Airalo is the world’s first eSIM store that helps people connect in over 200+ countries and regions across the globe. We are building the next digital service that revolutionizes the telecom industry. We are a travel-tech company and an equal-opportunity environment that values and executes diversity, inclusion, and equity. Our team is spread across 50+ countries and six continents. What glues us together is our commitment to changing the way you connect.

About you

We hope that you care deeply about the quality of your work, the intrinsic worth of tasks, and the success of your team. You are self-disciplined and do not require micromanagement in terms of your skillset and work ethic. You do your best to flourish as an individual every day while working hard to foster a collaborative team environment. You believe in the importance of being — and staying — authentic, honest, positive, and kind. You are a good interlocutor with clear and concise communication. You are able to manage multiple projects, have an analytical mind, pay keen attention to detail, and love to get your hands dirty. You are cognizant, tolerant, and welcoming of vulnerabilities and cultural differences.

About the Role

Position: Full-time / Employee

Location:Remote-first

Benefits:Health Insurance, work-from-anywhere stipend, annual wellness & learning credits, annual all-expenses-paid company retreat in a gorgeous destination & other benefits

This role is at the centre of Airalo’s global operational scalability. You will be responsible for developing and enforcing a tax and regulatory compliance framework that keeps pace with our hypergrowth. As Head of Tax & Compliance, you will ensure that Airalo meets all direct and indirect tax obligations across 100+ jurisdictions while advising the business on tax-efficient structures and future-proofing our international operations for public market readiness.

• Build a globally consistent and locally compliant tax structure across >100 active markets, managing complex digital tax requirements
• Oversee end-to-end indirect tax processes including VAT/GST registrations, filings, reconciliations, and audits
• Develop and implement robust transfer pricing documentation and intercompany transaction flows; work closely with legal and finance
• Identify and mitigate tax risks such as permanent establishment exposure, withholding tax gaps, and cross-border payment compliance
• Engage with third-party tax consultants, local authorities, and internal stakeholders to align on tax obligations and risk appetite
• Monitor evolving global tax regulations and drive internal alignment on required adjustments
• Establish internal tax policies, compliance calendars, and a reporting dashboard for global tax status and exposure
• Support finance and legal teams during funding, acquisitions, and legal entity restructuring with appropriate tax advice and filings

• Expertise in indirect tax (VAT, GST, DST) across emerging and developed markets, especially digital commerce
• Deep knowledge of transfer pricing frameworks and experience preparing TP documentation and local files
• Strong command of global economic substance rules
• Familiarity with automated tax reporting platforms (Avalara, Vertex) and building compliance dashboards
• Risk-focused, yet solution-oriented in balancing business enablement and regulatory obligations
• Ability to engage with tax authorities, legal teams, and external advisors across geographies

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the link

We sincerely thank all applicants in advance for submitting their interest in this opportunity. Airalo is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equity & inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations upon request for individuals with disabilities throughout our job interview process.

Overview

Fundamental Hospitality is looking to hire an experienced Audit and Tax Compliance to join our Finance team at the Head Office in Dubai.

• Proven experience in tax compliance and audit within audit firms, preferably within one of the Big Four;

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification preferred;

• Strong knowledge of UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations;

• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities;

• Fluent in English, both written & spoken;

• Currently based in the UAE or willing to relocate;

Established in 2011, Fundamental Hospitality is a UAE born company that unifies the regions leading lifestyle concepts. As an international ecosystem of hospitality brands, the group develops elevated, home-grown concepts that showcase the quality and innovation of the region, whilst exporting them to key cosmopolitan cities around the world. Fundamental Hospitality delivers lifestyle brands reimagined, where a creative approach to concept development leads to a dynamic experience in each and every venue. The group has played a fundamental role in the expansion of brands from the UAE to the world, where we understand the essential elements needed to execute experience driven lifestyle concepts on an international scale. The collection of brands within the portfolio include globally acclaimed concepts Gaia, Shanghai Me, Alaya, La Maison Ani, Piatti and Izu Burger, as well as international franchises, Scalini Dubai, Scalini Riyadh, Cipriani Dubai, and Cipriani Dolci UAE. Fundamental Hospitality owns and operates venues across the Middle East and Europe, with ongoing expansion of the group’s concepts into the GCC, Europe, UK, and USA. Dubai will further see the launch of new home grown concepts as Fundamental Hospitality continues to cement itself as the leading innovator in the hospitality industry.

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Job Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Tax Compliance Specialist to drive accurate tax compliance and audit within UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations.

• This role requires strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities to analyze and resolve complex tax-related issues.
• Maintaining excellent knowledge of UAE tax laws and regulations is crucial for ensuring compliance and minimizing risk.

About Our Organization

We are a leading hospitality group with a portfolio of lifestyle brands across the Middle East and Europe. We focus on innovation and experience-driven concepts, continuing to expand globally.