Tax Consultant (Chartered Accountant) – VAT & Corporate Tax – Dubai

About the role

Our client, a leading tax and compliance firm in Dubai, is seeking a Chartered Accountant to join as a Tax Consultant. The role focuses on end‑to‑end UAE VAT, Corporate Tax, and FTA compliance for a portfolio of corporate clients. Immediate joiners or candidates with a maximum 15‑day notice period are preferred.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and file UAE VAT returns, amendments and voluntary disclosures on the FTA portal on a monthly/quarterly basis.
• Handle UAE Corporate Tax registration, filings and tax computations in line with the new UAE CT law.
• Manage Economic Substance Reporting (ESR), Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) and related filings for client entities.
• Assist clients during FTA audits, tax assessments and respond to queries or notices.
• Review client books, invoices and contracts to ensure VAT and CT compliance.
• Prepare tax advisory notes, impact analyses and compliance reports.
• Liaise with the FTA, clients, auditors and internal teams to gather required documentation.
• Maintain a compliance calendar, track deadlines and send timely reminders to clients.
• Support senior managers in 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 a maximum notice period of 15 days.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with Tally, Zoho Books or similar ERP systems.

Required skills

• UAE VAT filing
• Corporate Tax registration
• ESR filing
• FTA portal navigation
• Advanced Excel
• Tally
• Zoho Books
• ERP systems

What we offer

• Salary range AED 7,500 – 8,000 per month plus benefits.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable tax advisory firm in a dynamic market.
• Immediate start for qualified candidates.