37 Tax Opportunity jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Job Role: SAP FICO Tax Consultant

Location: Dubai (Onsite)

Type: 6 months extendable

Role Requirement:

• Lead end-to-end implementation of SAP FI/CO, TRM, and VAT modules, including configuration, testing, and deployment

• Customize and integrate General Ledger, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Cash Management, and Fixed Assets modules

• Implement and support e-businesstaxand special ledger functionalities for UAE compliance

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements and translate them into SAP solutions.

• Provide training and documentation for end-users and stakeholders.

• Ensure system testing and validation of financial andtaxscenarios.

• Support integration with external systems, including government portals and third-partytaxengines.

Basic Requirement:

• 10 years of SAP experience

• Good communication skills

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Support the establishment of the tax function, ensure compliance, optimize tax strategies, and manage tax-related risks across the organization. Responsible for conducting gap analysis, advising Finance, Legal, and Operations teams on project tax structures, and overseeing transfer pricing. Additionally, manage the tax compliance cycle for corporate tax, liaise with tax advisors, and monitor tax filings for the company and its subsidiaries.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement transfer pricing policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with local and international transfer pricing regulations
• Prepare and review transfer pricing documentation and reports
• Conduct transfer pricing risk assessments and provide strategic advice

Setting Up the Tax Function

• Assist the Tax Director in establishing and maintaining a comprehensive tax compliance framework
• Supervise the preparation and filing of all tax returns, including VAT and corporate income tax
• Develop a system for tracking tax deadlines, payments, and filings
• Ensure all group entities comply with local and international tax regulations
• Implement best practices for tax risk management and internal controls

Gap Analysis

• Conduct thorough gap analysis to identify discrepancies between current practices and tax code requirements across the AMEA Power Group
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and ensure compliance with new or revised laws
• Provide recommendations and strategies to senior management based on analysis findings

Additional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with finance and legal teams to identify tax-saving opportunities and implement effective tax strategies
• Analyze the financial impact of various tax scenarios and provide recommendations
• Optimize the organization’s tax position through incentives, exemptions, and deductions
• Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements to ensure accurate tax representation
• Liaise with auditors to address tax-related queries and assist in the audit process
• Provide guidance on the tax implications of business decisions and transactions
• Conduct regular tax audits and liaise with tax authorities as required

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in tax management, preferably in the Middle East and Africa
• Experience in both Big 4 accounting firms and in-house tax roles
• Experience with tax audits and liaising with tax authorities
• Managing tax compliance and reporting for multinational companies
• Familiarity with tax planning and advisory in the renewable energy sector
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
• Master’s or professional tax qualification preferred

Required Skills

• In-depth knowledge of UAE and international tax laws and regulations
• Background in transfer pricing and corporate tax strategy implementation
• Proficiency in tax compliance software and Microsoft Office Suite

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Basic Function: Apply expert knowledge of tax compliance requirements and procedures in GCC Major Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in collecting, organizing, and entering financial data into tax software or spreadsheetsConduct research on tax laws, regulations, and rulingsPrepare and maintain documentation, such as schedules and workpapers, to support tax filings and compliance effortsSupport Tax Manager and Finance Head in developing and implementing tax planning strategiesAnalyze financial data to identify potential tax implications and assist in making informed decisionsCollaborate with other departments to gather necessary information and ensure accurate and complete tax reportingProvide support during tax audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and helping to resolve issuesStay updated on changes in tax laws and regulations and communicate relevant information to the tax team and other stakeholdersParticipate in period-end closing activities, particularly in processing tax records and performing reconciliationsHandle administrative tasks such as filing, organizing documents, and maintaining recordsRequirementsQualified CA/ACCA who has 2-3 relevant UAE experiencePossess Strong technical knowledge regarding UAE and GCC Tax LawsExpertise in tax returns, preparation and finalization for tax auditsKnowledge of IFRS, local statutory laws and regulations/implicationsBe self-motivated and a problem solverAbility to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environmentExcellent communication skillsTeam playerKnowledgeable Oracle System

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The Role
Tax Accountant Location: Dubai, UAE (Barsha Heights) About the Company: SORP Group is an international consulting, logistics, and investment group headquartered in the UAE. With 19+ years of experience, presence in 10+ jurisdictions, and management of 500+ projects, SORP operates one of the largest private business centers in Dubai, serving as the core of its corporate ecosystem. Tax Manager Responsibilities: VAT & Corporate Tax - Control preparation and review of VAT (monthly) and Corporate Tax (annual) calculations. - Verify transaction categories and VAT rates (0%, 5%, exempt, out of scope). - Monitor operation journals for proper classification, accounting logic, and data completeness. - Maintain up-to-date tax calendar and filing deadlines. FTA Interaction & Reporting - Work with FTA UAE portal: submission of VAT/CT returns, monitor notifications and requests. - Prepare responses to official inquiries, participate in inspections and audits. - Ensure company readiness for e-Invoicing / Digital Tax Invoice implementation. Communication & Training - Advise colleagues and clients on tax matters (reverse charge, import/export VAT, free zones, etc.). - Collect missing documents from related departments and organize proper archiving. - Train the team on FTA updates and clarifications.

Requirements
- Higher education in Taxation, Accounting, or Finance. - Minimum 2 years of UAE tax experience (VAT, Corporate Tax). - Strong knowledge of UAE tax regulations: FTA VAT Guide, Corporate Tax Law, Transfer Pricing Rules. - Proficiency in QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Google Sheets. - Experience with FTA UAE portal and tax return submission. - English level: Upper-Intermediate or higher (daily oral and written communication). Additional Information about the role: - Full-time role in an international outsourcing company. - Wide variety and intensity of tax-related tasks. - Office-based role in Dubai, international team environment. Key Skills for the role: - Tax Consulting, Tax Reporting, Tax Legislation - Internal Audit, Accounting, Tax Audits, Tax Optimization

About the company
INIX offers outsourcing services for the sourcing, import, and export of goods both within the UAE and internationally. The company specializes in the import and delivery of building materials, innovative composite materials, motor oils and additives, chemical products, medical products and electrical equipment. INIX has established itself as a reliable partner, cooperating with companies from the EU, USA, China, India and other countries.

Director Tax Transaction Advisory Services

As specialists in the investment management sector, our Transaction Tax Advisory team has a broad range of experience tackling complex tax issues that span jurisdictions and tax codes. We offer a broad range of transaction tax advisory services that evolve as client needs develop. We provide expert tax advice to our clients, working collaboratively with legal counsel and local specialists where required.

We offer you the opportunity to advance your business development skills as well as manage your own portfolio of clients seeking advice, within a work environment that offers variety and is challenging and rewarding. This is a technical, client facing role with the potential to hone a specialist field of technical knowledge and expertise is available.

Day-to-day responsibilities

• Have technical and commercial oversight on tax due diligence projects for buy-side and sell-side transactions including the providing instruction to international tax counsel, and advise on pre-acquisition and post-acquisition tax structuring.
• Provide a range of inbound and outbound tax advisory services, helping multinational companies align their tax strategies to their business.
• Design and successful international tax structuring and planning.
• Oversee advice on international tax issues including earnings repatriation, tax credit planning, cross-border mergers, financing, intangibles planning and worldwide tax management strategies.
• Act as the primary senior point of contact within the practice for clients, responding to queries, anticipating requests, and maintaining regular contact with clients.
• Undertake highly technical advisory projects with managing director support and guidance.
• Be responsible for coaching, mentoring and counselling junior staff.
• Develop a professional network proactively seeking and identifying new business opportunities that drives workflow to the group.
• Work as part of a collaborative team adding to the team spirit.
• Successfully completed an economics degree with a focus on accounting, auditing and/or taxes (or equivalent).
• 6-7 years’ experience.
• Good understanding of the structure of hedge and private equity funds. Ideally has advised the manager, the fund, investment mandates and fund trading activities.
• Knowledge of the international tax environment and recent responses to anti-avoidance.
• Proven expertise in tax matters and project oversight and management skills.
• A strong work ethic and focus on personal excellence.
• Ability to provide leadership and direction to team members.
• Must be able to work productively in a high pressure environment and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate complex tax issues with non-tax persons.
• Must be able to manage several simultaneous work streams.

About Kroll

Join the global leader in risk and financial advisory solutions—Kroll. With a nearly century-long legacy, we blend trusted expertise with cutting-edge technology to navigate and redefine industry complexities. As a part of One Team, One Kroll, you'll contribute to a collaborative and empowering environment, propelling your career to new heights. Ready to build, protect, restore and maximize our clients’ value? Your journey begins with Kroll.

Kroll is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, age or disability.

In order to be considered for a position, you must formally apply via careers.kroll.com.

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• Maintain current knowledge of regional corporate and VAT tax laws
• Participate in and advise on regional tax strategy & planning
• Lead the review of direct and indirect tax, including coordination of any data prep for external service provider and tax payments
• Manage local tax audits within the region and lead on communication with local tax authorities
• Advise within and outside of the tax function on regional income tax and VAT implications of business initiatives
• Support transfer pricing analysis and calculations for intercompany transactions, including data gathering for transfer pricing reports and submission of local filings to support transferpricingwork

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Support the tax team in the preparation, review, filing, and documentation of the tax returns of Talabat group.

Support the tax team in reviewing tax-relevant documentation and records to ensure they are compliant with the relevant tax legislation.

Support the tax team in conducting different tax analyses to ensure the Talabat group is compliant with any new tax legislation.

What are we looking for: (Core Qualifications & Experience)

Qualifications :

1. Taxation experience preferred
2. A finance, tax, accounting, or business degree is preferred
3. Familiarity with basic computer applications such as Microsoft Office
4. Strong organizational and time management skills
5. Good verbal and written communication skills
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
7. Attention to detail and accuracy in completing tasks
8. Professional demeanor and positive attitude
9. Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities as needed
10. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Additional Information : UAE Nationals only

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Fulltime

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The Role
Role overview We are looking to recruit a Senior VAT Consultant with an extensive background in VAT and indirect-Tax. The role is the implementation and compliance for our clients. The role will be heavily client facing, working towards the expansion of the service line. The successful candidate must be driven to succeed, available for frequent travel, give seminars/training and undertake a variety of VAT consultancy services in an efficient and professional manner. This is an excellent opportunity to join an experienced big 4 partner team and help shape the future of the firm. The team are driven to succeed and strive to provide real value to our clients. Key responsibilities • Working both independently and alongside partner and VAT Team to promote and manage the practice and VAT Consultancy services to the firm. • Manage and facilitate routine VAT seminars to clients and potential clients. • Prepare technical VAT documents and communications for clients. • Frequent travel to client sites for VAT work/meetings. • Working with finance and commercial teams to support on billing arrangements. Provide internal and external training to develop the team and clients. • Provide VAT consultancy services to clients such as Outputs and Inputs Tax reviews and compliance; Contract reviews and; any ad-hoc work required by clients in order to meet their VAT statutory obligations. • Support the expansion of VAT Consultancy Services and generate income through the achievement of sales targets. Essential skills • Comprehensive experience of the VAT guidelines and regulations in the UAE • Experience in dealing with clients demands and requests • Good communication, coaching and presentation skills • Ability to make well informed decisions on complex raw data complying with any relevant legislation • Good commercial mind to make value judgments and recognise potential growth opportunities • Excellent IT skills – in particular the use of Microsoft office applications • Driving license and ability to travel across the UAE to client sites • Proven track record in meeting and exceeding sales targets • Assist with evaluating the tax effect and implications of international business initiatives, contemplated transactions, and business proposals • Work with the intercompany accounting team to ensure indirect tax requirements are implemented • Drive and implement changes required to indirect tax compliance processes as a result of changes to indirect tax legislation • Identify cash flow and tax benefits related to indirect taxes for various business units Desired Candidate Profile • Knowledge in other areas of VAT and Tax • Knowledge of different ERP systems

Requirements
• Will have 3+ years progressive tax experience including a minimum of 1-2 years Indirect tax experience working in International Indirect tax. • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics or Business Administration, VAT Diploma is a plus • Progressive tax experience with some exposure to international transactional taxes in a Big 4 public accounting firm and/or a multinational corporation • Experience and knowledge with UAE and International Indirect-tax is required. • Experience managing a transactional tax compliance function • Experience and knowledge in IFRS and tax regulations, laws and standards • Advanced data analytics skills (including proficiency in Excel) • Ability to understand and work with ERP systems, • Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to interface with senior management • Ability to work independently with limited general supervision, effectively prioritizing competing demands in a fast-paced environment • Ability to lead international tax compliance through hiring and development • Professional certification in taxation and accounting.

About the company
XB4 was formed in Pennsylvania in 2003, in the wake of the Enron-Andersen collapse, when serious quality and confidence challenges were facing the accounting world, and in particular the Big Four. Founded by a CPA with years of experience working in and out of the Big Four Accounting firms, XB4s earliest goal was to deliver assurance, tax and financial advisory services that combined integrity and transparency with highly individualized professional care. In other words, bigger is not necessarily better. All our clients are important. All their concerns are significant, and all our clients can expect that with XB4 they will receive services that will add value to their organizations or businesses. At XB4, our goal is to serve and protect the interest of our profession, therefore, we are here to deliver more than just a name. We pride ourselves on a team that comprises of former Big Four Partners and staff. They bring with them decades of experience across a range of industries and organizations, in the public and private sectors, both profit and non-profit entities. Our approach combines a number of key ingredients that makes XB4 unique from other firms: - thorough understanding of the applicable Standards and regulations; - strong competency in local and international best industry practices; - use and rely on the latest and best technology; - individualized research; - accessibility to our clients and communities; and - trusted, honest, reliable, and timely service. At XB4, we believe ethics are real values, and not just another box on a check-list. If you share our values, please join us!

The Role
To support the Group's tax strategy, focusing on direct tax, transfer pricing, and Pillar 2 implementation across all divisions, ensuring full compliance and effective project execution. Client Details Our client is a leading diversified group headquartered in Dubai. With a large footprint across various sectors, they are continuing to develop their in-house tax function to meet growing regulatory requirements and drive efficiency. Description Strategic Responsibilities: * Support the Head of Direct Tax in managing all direct tax and transfer pricing matters * Advise on compliance with local direct tax laws, transfer pricing rules, and accounting standards * Assist in managing audits, risks, exposures, and tax planning initiatives * Help prepare and maintain the Group's transfer pricing policies * Support on implementing new tax regulations such as Pillar 2 and global minimum tax * Identify and support tax automation and technology initiatives Functional Responsibilities: * Ensure adherence to transfer pricing and direct tax regulations across all geographies * Maintain and support implementation of transfer pricing documentation * Review direct tax filings including Corporate Tax, Withholding Tax * Support in preparing for and responding to tax audits * Liaise with external advisors and internal stakeholders to manage deliverables * Track tax projects in coordination with relevant teams * Lead internal workshops and training sessions to enhance awareness * Maintain a central database of all direct tax documents Technology & Project Support: * Contribute to tax process improvement and automation * Maintain tax project documentation and escalate key issues as needed * Collaborate with the Head of Tax to deliver projects on time and within budget Job Offer * Join a highly reputable and well-established Group headquartered in Dubai * Opportunity to work on high-impact tax projects and regulatory implementations * Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional collaboration * Gain regional and international tax exposure in a dynamic environment * Work in a forward-thinking tax function investing in automation and best practice * Be part of a growing in-house tax team shaping the Group's tax agenda

Requirements
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance or Tax * Professional Tax Qualification (e.g., CTA, ACA, ATT) * Minimum 7 years of experience in direct tax and transfer pricing; a mix of in-house and consultancy is ideal * Prior Big 4 experience is mandatory * Arabic speaking is essential for the role * Strong knowledge of UAE tax regime; GCC and international exposure is a plus * Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills * Result-driven with high analytical and presentation capabilities

About the company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of: Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.