Accounts & Corporate Tax (UAE Portfolio)

Role Summary

The Assistant Manager – Accounts & Corporate Tax will be responsible for supporting the preparation and review of IFRS-compliant financial statements, UAE Corporate Tax computations and CT return submissions for a diverse portfolio of UAE-based clients. The role requires strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Review bookkeeping and accounting work prepared by Bookkeeping Team to ensure accuracy of the trial balance for year-end financial statements.
• Review VAT workings and assist in the preparation of Corporate Tax Computations in accordance with UAE Corporate Tax Laws.
• Prepare draft Corporate Tax Returns for client approval.
• Submit approved Corporate Tax Returns via the FTA portal.
• Support the Manager in preparing IFRS-compliant year-end accounts.
• Communicate with clients to resolve routine queries and prepare review notes for the Manager.
• Assist in arranging and preparing for virtual meetings with clients to discuss financial statements, corporate tax computations and CT returns.
• Liaise regularly with the Manager and Partner based in the Dubai office for technical guidance and workflow coordination.
• Undertake any additional reasonable duties aligned with the role to support smooth operations within the department.
  
  

Candidate Requirements

• ACCA Finalist or ACCA Qualified (ATX paper passed is preferred).
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in accounting, auditing, or tax (preferred but not essential).
• Strong understanding of accounting standards (IFRS exposure preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical ability and attention to detail. Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.
  
  

Location

This role is based on-site at our back office in Defence Phase II Extension, Karachi, Pakistan . Please mention AM Accounts & CT (UAE Portfolio in subject).