Chartered Accountant – Tax & Compliance (Immediate Joiner)

About the role

Our client, a leading tax and compliance firm in Dubai, is seeking a Chartered Accountant to join the team immediately. The role involves end‑to‑end handling of UAE VAT, corporate tax, FTA filings, audits and client compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and file UAE VAT returns, amendments and voluntary disclosures on the FTA portal.
• Manage UAE Corporate Tax registration, filings and computations in line with the new CT law.
• Handle Economic Substance Reporting (ESR) and Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) filings for client entities.
• Assist clients during FTA audits, tax assessments and respond to official queries.
• Review client books, invoices and contracts for VAT and CT compliance.
• Prepare tax advisory notes, impact analyses and compliance reports.
• Liaise with the FTA, clients, auditors and internal teams to gather documentation.
• Maintain a compliance calendar, track deadlines and send client reminders.
• Support senior managers on tax planning, structuring and consulting projects.

Required profile

• Chartered Accountant qualification (CA, ACCA or CPA).
• 3‑5 years post‑qualification experience in UAE VAT, Corporate Tax and FTA compliance.
• Hands‑on experience with the FTA portal for VAT filing, CT registration, ESR and voluntary disclosures.
• Strong knowledge of UAE Tax Law, VAT Law, Corporate Tax Law and IFRS.
• Immediate availability or notice period not exceeding 15 days.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with Tally, Zoho Books or other ERP systems.

Required skills

• UAE VAT filing
• Corporate Tax registration
• Economic Substance Reporting (ESR)
• Voluntary Disclosure
• FTA portal navigation
• Advanced Excel
• Tally
• Zoho Books
• ERP systems

What we offer

• Competitive salary (AED 6,500 – 7,000 per month) plus benefits.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable tax advisory firm.
• Immediate start in a dynamic Dubai office.