Manager - Indirect Tax

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Indirect Tax Manager to lead VAT compliance and advisory services for a portfolio of clients across diverse industries in the UAE. The role involves overseeing tax filings, providing technical guidance, and managing a team of associates.

Key responsibilities

• Manage monthly, quarterly and annual VAT compliance for multiple clients.
• Conduct VAT Health Checks and prepare detailed reports with recommendations.
• Prepare VAT advisory notes, technical memos, clarifications and other client deliverables.
• Maintain accurate VAT return workings and documentation (FAF) to support all filings.
• Provide ad‑hoc tax advisory services and handle litigation processes, including reconsideration applications and penalty waivers.
• Operate the FTA portal for VAT registration, amendments, voluntary disclosures and technical clarifications.
• Analyze clients’ ESR applicability and assist with ESR notifications and reports.
• Review and guide work performed by senior and junior associates to ensure quality.
• Coordinate communication with clients regarding engagements and deliverables.
• Deliver training sessions on UAE tax law updates for clients and internal teams.

Required profile

• CA, ACCA, CPA or Master’s in Tax/Finance (preferred).
• 4–6 years of relevant indirect tax experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of UAE VAT Law, FTA portal operations and ESR regulations.
• Proven experience in tax litigation and handling TDRC representations.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• FAF (VAT return workings) preparation.
• Use of tax software and portals, including the FTA portal.
• VAT registration and amendment processes.