Accountant ( VAT & Compliance Specialist - Part-time)
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About the Role
Alpha Leadership Co. is seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Accountant to oversee UAE tax compliance, financial reporting, and day-to-day accounting activities. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with UAE VAT submissions, corporate tax compliance, and multi-entity accounting within Free Zone structures.
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Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and submit monthly and quarterly VAT returns in compliance with FTA regulations
- Manage corporate tax compliance and filings for Meydan Free Zone and RAK ICC entities
- Maintain accurate accounting records, general ledger entries, and supporting documentation
- Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, and monthly bank reconciliations
- Prepare periodic financial statements, management reports, and cash flow summaries
- Ensure compliance with UAE accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements
- Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, banks, and government authorities as required
- Maintain audit ready financial records and supporting schedules
- Develop and maintain financial KPI dashboards and quarterly reporting packs for management
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of hands on UAE accounting and VAT compliance experience
- Proven experience preparing and submitting VAT returns through the FTA portal
- Strong understanding of UAE Corporate Tax regulations and compliance requirements
- Experience working with Free Zone entities, including regulatory and tax obligations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems such as QuickBooks, SAP, Zoho Books, Xero, or similar
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
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About the Role
- Alpha Leadership Co. is seeking a detail oriented and experienced Part Time Accountant to oversee UAE tax compliance, financial reporting, and day to day accounting activities.
- The ideal candidate will have hands on experience with UAE VAT submissions, corporate tax compliance, and multi entity accounting, particularly within Free Zone structures.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, review, and submit monthly and quarterly VAT returns in compliance with Federal Tax Authority (FTA) regulations.
- Manage corporate tax compliance and filings for Meydan Free Zone and RAK ICC entities.
- Maintain accurate accounting records, general ledger entries, and supporting documentation.
- Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, and monthly bank reconciliations.
- Prepare periodic financial statements, management reports, and cash flow summaries.
- Ensure compliance with UAE accounting, tax, and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, banks, and government authorities as required.
- Maintain audit ready financial records and supporting schedules.
- Develop and maintain financial KPI dashboards and quarterly reporting packs for management.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of hands on UAE accounting and VAT compliance experience.
- Proven experience preparing and submitting VAT returns through the FTA portal.
- Strong understanding of UAE Corporate Tax regulations and compliance requirements.
- Experience working with Free Zone entities, including regulatory and tax obligations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems such as QuickBooks, SAP, Zoho Books, Xero, or similar platforms.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, CMA, CA, or equivalent.
- Experience managing accounting for multiple entities or holding company structures.
- Familiarity with Qualifying Free Zone Person (QFZP) requirements and UAE Corporate Tax exemptions.
- Familiarity with cross border UAE–Saudi compliance.
- Arabic language proficiency is an advantage.
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