Tax Consultant

Job Description: Tax Consultant – Corporate Tax & Transfer Pricing

Location: Dubai, UAE

Experience: 1–2 years of relevant UAE experience

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary Range: AED 5,000–9,000 per month, depending on experience and technical interview performance

We are seeking a qualified and motivated Tax Consultant to join a well-established and growing tax and auditing firm in Dubai, UAE .

The successful candidate will support Corporate Tax and Transfer Pricing engagements, including tax compliance, documentation, advisory services, and Federal Tax Authority (FTA)-related assignments. Working under the guidance of senior management, the candidate will be responsible for managing client deliverables, coordinating with internal teams, and contributing to the successful execution of tax engagements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Corporate Tax Compliance & Advisory

• Prepare UAE Corporate Tax computations and file tax returns through the EmaraTax portal, including applicable tax adjustments, reliefs, and exemptions.
• Handle Corporate Tax registrations, amendments, deregistrations, tax group applications, and relevant tax elections.
• Assess Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) status and applicable eligibility requirements.
• Assist with Corporate Tax health checks, tax impact assessments, and advisory assignments.
• Support advisory matters relating to business restructuring, participation exemption, and other provisions of UAE Corporate Tax Law.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of tax compliance assignments in accordance with applicable legislation and FTA guidance.

2. Transfer Pricing Documentation & Analysis

• Prepare Transfer Pricing Disclosure Forms, Master Files, and Local Files, as applicable.
• Review related-party and connected-person transactions for compliance with the arm’s length principle.
• Conduct Functions, Assets, and Risks (FAR) analyses.
• Assist with benchmarking studies, arm’s length range determination, and selection of appropriate transfer pricing methods.
• Analyse intra-group services, intercompany financing arrangements, and other related-party transactions.
• Review transfer pricing policies, intercompany agreements, and benchmarking reports.
• Ensure documentation is aligned with applicable UAE requirements and OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines.

3. FTA Matters & Client Coordination

• Assist in preparing responses to FTA queries, notices, and audit-related requests.
• Support reconsideration applications, penalty waiver requests, and tax dispute submissions, where applicable.
• Coordinate with clients to obtain information, resolve queries, and complete deliverables within agreed timelines.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and manage multiple assignments efficiently.
• Monitor updates to UAE tax legislation, FTA guidance, and relevant international tax developments.
• Coordinate with senior team members to ensure high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction.

Qualifications & Requirements

• CA, ACCA, CMA, or a Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of relevant UAE experience in Corporate Tax, Transfer Pricing, or tax advisory.
• Practical knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax Law, FTA guidance, and OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines.
• Experience with EmaraTax, tax return preparation, and Corporate Tax compliance is preferred.
• Familiarity with Transfer Pricing documentation, FAR analysis, benchmarking, and related-party transactions is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, numerical, research, and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant office applications.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to use AI tools responsibly while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards.
• UAE-based candidates with relevant experience are preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: AED 5,000–9,000 per month, depending on experience and technical interview performance
• Six-month probation period, followed by a performance review.
• Employment visa and medical insurance, subject to applicable eligibility and employment terms.
• Other benefits in accordance with UAE Labour Law and the employment contract.
• Technical interview preparation materials and up to 10 days of preparation support.
• Professional development opportunities and career progression towards engagement management.

Career Growth Opportunity

This position offers an opportunity to develop specialised expertise in UAE Corporate Tax and Transfer Pricing, gain exposure to compliance and advisory assignments, and build a long-term career in taxation. Successful candidates will have opportunities to assume greater responsibilities and progress towards engagement management roles.

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