UAE Corporate Tax Manager

About the role

An experienced and detail-oriented UAE Corporate Tax Manager is sought to oversee corporate tax compliance, planning, reporting and advisory functions. The role ensures compliance with UAE Corporate Tax requirements, manages tax risks, optimizes tax positions and provides strategic tax guidance to support business operations and financial objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee corporate tax compliance, computations, reporting and filing in line with UAE Corporate Tax requirements
• Ensure accurate preparation and timely submission of corporate tax returns and supporting documentation
• Monitor developments in UAE Corporate Tax Law, FTA guidance and tax regulations
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize tax efficiency and minimize tax exposure
• Review financial statements, accounting records and business transactions for appropriate tax treatment
• Manage tax provisions, reconciliations, deferred tax calculations and tax-related financial reporting
• Oversee transfer pricing documentation, related-party transactions and compliance requirements
• Identify, assess and manage corporate tax risks and strengthen internal tax controls
• Coordinate tax audits, FTA inquiries, assessments and communications with external tax advisors
• Provide tax advisory support on restructuring, investments, contracts and commercial transactions
• Work with Finance, Accounting, Legal and other departments; prepare tax reports and management presentations
• Lead, mentor and develop tax team members

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or a related discipline
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CA, CTA or equivalent preferred
• Proven experience in corporate tax management, compliance or advisory, preferably in the UAE
• Experience handling tax audits, regulatory inquiries and external tax advisors

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax Law, FTA regulations and tax procedures
• Practical experience in corporate tax returns, computations, transfer pricing and reporting
• Good understanding of IFRS, financial statements and tax accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems
• Strong analytical, financial reporting and problem-solving skills