Senior Tax & Accounting Expert
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Industry: Accounting, VAT & Corporate Tax Advisory Employment Type: Full-time ROLE OVERVIEW We are seeking a Senior Accounting & Tax Professional with proven leadership skills to lead and manage an accounting, tax team and clients.
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Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Accounting & Tax Professional with proven leadership skills to lead and manage an accounting, tax team and clients.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in accounting, VAT, and Corporate Tax under UAE law, combined with the ability to supervise staff, review work, and advise clients.
This role is suited for a hands-on leader who can own month-end closing, compliance, and client delivery, while developing team performance.
Leadership, Team and Client Management
- Lead, mentor, and supervise the accounting, tax team and clients
- Review team deliverables (accounts, VAT returns, CT calculations)
- Allocate work, set deadlines, and ensure quality control
- Train junior and senior staff on UAE accounting and tax requirements
Accounting & Reporting
- Oversee full accounting cycle and **month-end / year-end closing**
- Review financial statements and management reports
- Ensure compliance with **IFRS and UAE regulations**
- Review provisions (depreciation, EOSB, leave, inventory, accruals)
Vat & Corporate Tax
- Manage **VAT compliance** (registration, filing, refunds, audits)
- Handle **Corporate Tax** registrations, calculations, and filings
- Advise clients on UAE VAT & Corporate Tax matters
- Liaise with **Federal Tax Authority (FTA)** and external auditors
Client & Business Support
- Act as primary contact for key clients
- Support audits, inspections, and tax assessments when needed
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
- **5-7 years of UAE experience** in accounting and taxation in accounting firm
- **Strong knowledge of UAE VAT & Corporate Tax Law**
- Proven **team leadership / supervisory experience**
- Experience dealing with **FTA audits and compliance**
- **Fluent Arabic (mandatory)** and strong English skills
- Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skills
- Must have Zoho and Quickbooks Experience
- Professional certifications (ACCA, CPA, CA, CMA) are a strong advantage.
What We Offer
- Senior-level role with leadership responsibility
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Exposure to VAT, Corporate Tax, and advisory work
- Professional and growth-oriented environment
How To Apply
Submit your CV via Email: recruitment@swift-audit.com
*Join Swift Audit & Advisory — where precision meets purpose.*
Pay: From AED9,000.00 per month
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