VAT Manager

About the role

MHA is seeking a VAT Manager to join its dynamic tax advisory team in Dubai. You will work closely with a diverse client base, providing practical VAT and indirect tax solutions while building strong relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality, commercial advice on complex UAE VAT and indirect tax matters for owners, listed companies and multinationals.
• Identify and promote VAT service opportunities, supporting business development initiatives.
• Write articles for newsletters and press releases.
• Manage VAT projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Handle VAT aspects of acquisitions, disposals and deliver internal/client presentations.
• Stay current with technical developments and disseminate updates.
• Support and review junior team members, providing constructive feedback.
• Oversee general team management tasks such as appraisals and billing.

Required profile

• Strong working knowledge of United Arab Emirates VAT laws and regulations.
• Experience with Excise tax.
• Ability to provide practical, commercial advice to a wide range of clients.
• Business development mindset and relationship‑building skills.
• Willingness to write articles and contribute to thought leadership.

Required skills

• UAE VAT regulations
• Excise tax knowledge