Job Description

Senior Accounting and Tax Supervisor

Salary: AED 11,000 + Commission + Medical and Air Ticket      

Our client, a UAE based Accountancy Practice firm is looking to recruit a Senior Tax & Accounting Advisor, this role will be client facing, responsible for providing expert guidance to  a variety clients, ensuring compliance with ever-evolving tax law.

Responsibilities:

• Proactively engage with clients to respond to queries, address concerns, and resolve issues efficiently
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, ensuring all data complies with regulatory standards

• Conduct detailed consultations to understand clients’ individual financial goals and challenges
• Offer expert advice on tax planning, compliance, and accounting strategies to support optimal financial outcomes
• Prepare customised financial plans and recommendations based on each client’s specific requirements

• Keep abreast of the latest tax legislation and regulatory updates
• Guide clients in meeting their tax and compliance obligations, helping them to avoid penalties and maintain full compliance

• Effectively manage bookkeeping processes, including accounts payable and receivable
• Oversee petty cash management and liaise with banks for daily transactions

• Calculate tax liabilities in strict adherence to applicable tax codes and regulations
• Prepare a variety of tax returns for individuals and small businesses, ranging from straightforward to complex cases
• Advise clients on how to make the most of available tax reliefs, credits, and allowances
• Monitor and manage VAT and Corporate Tax registration thresholds and obligations

• Analyse financial records such as income statements and expenditure reports
• Conduct comprehensive interviews to obtain a full understanding of clients’ financial situations

• Review and validate the accuracy of previously submitted tax returns
• Ensure records are always reconciled and compliant with relevant standards
• Provide advice on applicable regulations including VAT, CT, AML, ESR, and UBO reporting requirements

• Suggest relevant financial products or services aligned with clients’ evolving needs

• Use electronic filing software to prepare and submit tax returns accurately
• Ensure clients are provided with copies of their completed returns for their records

• Maintain and regularly update internal financial trackers and databases
• Prepare weekly and monthly summary reports for management review

• Support the professional development of junior team members through active mentoring

• Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as required by the manager to support departmental goals

Requirements:

• Degree in Finance or Accounting
• ACCA / CA / CPA / CMA qualification is preferred

• 4–6 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 2 years in the UAE
• Previous experience in a client-facing role within an accountancy practice

• Sound understanding of financial operations, tax, and accounting principles
• Solid grasp of IFRS and relevant tax legislation
• Proficient in VAT and corporate tax computations

• Proficient in English, both written and spoken

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