Manager – Indirect Tax (VAT Compliance)

compliance-focused

FTA Portal & Regulatory Submissions

• Manage and update all

  FTA portal records

  (registrations, profile updates, bank details, group changes, etc.).
• Prepare and submit

  FTA FAF files

  , including detailed supporting schedules and reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit

  VAT refund claims

  , ensuring full substantiation and timely follow-up with the FTA

Audit & Authority Support

• Support internal and external

  FTA audits

  , including collation of data, preparation of schedules

Systems, Data & Controls

• Ensure accuracy and consistency of VAT data within

  ERP and tax reporting systems

  .
• Identify and report

  process weaknesses, compliance risks, and control gaps

  , with recommendations for improvement.

Process Improvement & Governance

• Contribute to continuous improvement of

  VAT compliance processes and internal controls

  .
• Assist in updating

  VAT procedures, checklists, and compliance manuals

  .

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 7–10 years’ experience

  in indirect tax / VAT, preferably within a large corporate, real estate, or professional services environment.
• Strong practical experience in:
• UAE VAT compliance and FTA filings
• Preparation of VAT returns, FAF files, and refund claims
• Supporting VAT audits
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field.
• Professional qualification (ACCA, ACA, CTA, CPA, ADIT)

  preferred

  .

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong working knowledge of

  UAE VAT Law, Executive Regulations, and FTA guidance

  .
• Hands-on experience with

  ERP systems

  (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, or equivalent).
• High level of proficiency in

  Excel and data analysis

  .
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under

  strict regulatory deadlines

  .
• Strong documentation, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.

Key Competencies

• Compliance-focused and risk-aware
• Highly organized with strong time management
• Comfortable working under pressure during filing deadlines
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Proactive problem solver