vat specialist

Client of Emirates Business Management (E.B.M. International)

<li>VAT/Tax Auditor/Consultant 
A Reputed Group of professional Serious Company established in Dubai for 25 years, immediately requires VAT/TAX AUDITOR/CONSULTANT. 
Should be minimum 3 years independent experience in all aspect of VAT - VAT Concept, VAT Accounting, VAT Auditing, VAT Software, VAT TAX Returns and all other matters related to VAT. Sholud be CA, ACCA, or other suitable qualification. Job Type: Full-time</li>

VAT, Tax Auditor, Consultant

Mercure Advantage Advisory LLC

<ul><li>We are looking for a skilled Accountant with 2+ years of UAE experience in Accounting, Tax, VAT, and Audit processes to join our growing team in Dubai.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage day-to-day accounting operations and prepare financial reports for clients
Handle VAT filings, corporate tax compliance, and provide tax advisory services
Ensure compliance with UAE accounting and tax regulations for client companies
Support audits and liaise with relevant authorities when required
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Minimum 1–2 years of accounting and tax experience in the UAE
Strong knowledge of VAT, Corporate Tax, and UAE compliance frameworks
Proficiency in accounting software (Zoho / Tally / QuickBooks preferred)
Excellent communication and analytical skills</li></ul>

Accountant

Taxcom

Education &amp; Background: ACCA qualified /Finalist / Xero or Qb knowledge.We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented individual to join our team for the following responsibilities:<ul><li>Preparation and submission of UK company accounts and tax returns</li><li>Processing UK payroll in accordance with HMRC requirements</li><li>Preparing and submitting UK VAT returns (MTD-compliant)</li><li>Completing year-end statutory accounts for UK companies</li><li>Preparing and filing self-assessment (personal) tax returns</li><li>Responding to client queries professionally via email and calls</li><li>Communicating effectively with clients and colleagues</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Good Understanding of UK tax laws and accounting principles</li><li>Prior experience in UK payroll, VAT, and company accounts is a plus</li><li>Ability to work independently and meet deadlines</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs80,000.00 - Rs100,000.00 per monthWork Location: In personApplication Deadline: 16/10/2025

Senior Accountant, MALE/FEMALE (UK Timings)

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 MENA Indirect Tax Assistant Manager
 
 
 
 Our globally coordinated tax professionals offer connected services across all tax disciplines to help our clients thrive in an era of rapid change. We combine our exceptional knowledge and experience with the people and technology platforms that make us an ideal partner for all their tax-related needs. In Tax, we equip clients to make better business decisions by bringing insights to the forefront. We help companies understand the tax policies and tax laws of governments around the world to plan and comply accordingly.
 
 
 Our teams leverage transformative technologies to deliver strategy and execution, from tax and regulatory obligations to operations and workforce management, to reduce risk and drive sustainable value. Tax has six sub-service lines which cover a wide range of issues: Business Tax Services, Global Compliance and Reporting, Global Law, Indirect Tax, International Tax and Transaction Services and People Advisory Services.
 
 
 
 The opportunity
 
 
 
 Joining our Indirect Tax team, you'll be a part of a globally integrated team helping leading organizations to move goods and services around the world more effectively. You'll combine your technical skills and practical experience across industries and geographies to provide tailored advice to clients. This will include identifying risk areas and sustainable planning opportunities for indirect taxes throughout the tax life cycle. You'll advise clients on VAT treatment of new and complex transactions and help resolve classification or other disputes and issues with the authorities. Your proactive, pragmatic and integrated strategies will help our clients achieve their potential in today's global environment.
 
 
 
 Your Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Client responsibilities
 
 
 You are expected to work effectively as a member of a worldwide network of professional advisors, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress. You must also collaborate with a team of VAT professionals to combine diverse cross-border transaction experience with local tax knowledge across a broad spectrum of industries. Participating and assisting in preparing for meetings with management teams will be part of your role.
 
 
 You will be assisting in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties. You will also develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel and build strong internal relationships within the VAT practice, Indirect Tax and across other service lines.
 
 
 Technical responsibilities
 
 
 You must build a deep understanding of the Customs Law and its practical application across the countries. You are expected to understand and apply the regional Free Trade Agreements and key customs concepts such as valuation, classification and origin. You will be identifying and discussing VAT considerations for clients to be aware of in their outbound investments. Engaging with colleagues in overseas offices to deliver VAT advice in respect of global jurisdictions will be part of your responsibilities. You will also prepare for the potential introduction of VAT in the different countries and to discuss with clients how this may impact them as well as work with internal teams to provide indirect tax expertise for audit and transaction projects.
 
 
 
 Skills And Attributes For Success
 
 
 
 You must be able to build strong client relationships &amp; excellently communicate in a range of situations in both written and oral English. You should also be able to identify areas of risk, carry out an effective review and know when to refer upwards. You are expected to be a client focused and commercially aware team player with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels. You must also possess project management skills, plan and prioritise work, meet deadlines, monitor own budget. You should also be able to solve problems creatively and pragmatically.
 
 
 
 To qualify for the role you must have
 
 
 
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 A degree in economics, finance, tax or accounting
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 A relevant Masters degree, CPA or ACA/CA/CPA/CMA/SOCPA/Law qualification/CTA or equivalent tax qualification
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 At least 4 years of relevant experience as Indirect Tax professional
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 Experience working for a Big 4 accounting firm is preferred. However, we will consider candidates with from law firms or with relevant industry experience
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 Customs duty advisory experience is preferable, but we will also consider candidates with VAT/GST advisory experience
 
 
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 Ideally, you&rsquo;ll also have
 
 
 
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 Experience working in multicultural teams
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 Good verbal/written communication skills
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 Strong organizational, project management and analytical skills.
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 Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
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 Coordination and prioritization skills
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 Independent in managing own workload, ability to work under pressure and to keep things moving and to juggle multiple tasks
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 Excellent team player
 
 
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 What We Look For
 
 
 
 Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you&rsquo;ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.
 
 
 
 What We Offer
 
 
 
 We offer a competitive compensation package where you&rsquo;ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:
 
 
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 Continuous learning: You&rsquo;ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
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 Success as defined by you: We&rsquo;ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
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 Transformative leadership: We&rsquo;ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
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 Diverse and inclusive culture: You&rsquo;ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
 
 
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 If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
 
 
 
 
 The Exceptional EY Experience. It&rsquo;s Yours To Build.
 
 
 
 
 EY | Building a better working world
 
 
 
 EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.
 
 
 Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.
 
 
 Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.
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Indirect Tax Assistant Manager - Bahrain

MC Ledger

<div>Company Description 
Are you ready to join a dynamic team that's transforming the way small businesses manage their finances? At mazeed, we're not just offering a service; we're providing a lifeline to micro and small-sized enterprises. Our multi-faceted platform is the key to helping these businesses keep their financial records in check, issuing invoices promptly, and making informed decisions. We're the trusted extension of their team, their Finance &amp; Accounting Department.
Our core values of Integrity, People Growth, Customer Centric, Global Mindset, Innovation, and Adaptability are the foundation upon which we've built our success. We're not just looking for someone who can fill a role, but someone who can align with these values, adding their unique perspective to our team. 
Job Description 
Role Summary
The Head of Tax will oversee all tax-related services in the UAE and KSA, leading compliance, advisory, and strategic tax planning for Mazeed&rsquo;s clients. This role will also play a key part in shaping new tax service verticals, collaborating across departments to develop and promote offerings that align with market needs and regulatory changes. Beyond operations, the Head of Tax will act as a thought leader, representing Mazeed in the market through events, webinars, and client engagements
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Lead and manage corporate tax, VAT, WHT and regulatory compliance services in UAE and KSA.</li><li>
Monitor and interpret ongoing changes from FTA, ZATCA, and other regulators, ensuring Mazeed&rsquo;s compliance and thought leadership.</li><li>
Identify and launch new service verticals or enhanced offerings (e.g., structuring, tax advisory, sector-specific compliance).</li><li>
Collaborate with the product &amp; tech team to improve tax-related features, workflows, and automation within the Mazeed platform.</li><li>
Work closely with marketing and sales to:<ul><li>
Develop and position service offerings</li><li>
Define pricing structures and packages</li><li>
Shape go-to-market strategies and promotional campaigns</li></ul></li><li>
Engage directly with key clients to provide strategic tax consultation and build long-term trusted relationships.</li><li>
Represent Mazeed in webinars, events, and seminars as a subject-matter expert.</li><li>
Lead, mentor, and grow the tax team, fostering a high-performance and learning-driven environment.</li><li>
Act as the senior escalation point for high-value or complex tax cases.</li></ul> 

Qualifications 
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance; advanced certifications (CPA, ADIT, CTA) preferred.</li><li>
Minimum 7 years of experience in tax, with strong expertise in both UAE and KSA tax regimes.</li><li>
Proven leadership in managing tax operations and advisory teams.</li><li>
Strong client-facing and consultative skills, with a commercial mindset.</li><li>
Experience working cross-functionally with product, marketing, and sales teams.</li><li>
Confident public speaker with a track record of external engagements (webinars, panels, etc.).</li><li>
Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a strong plus.</li></ul> 

Additional Information 
If you're excited to embark on this journey with us, to be part of an innovative team that's changing the game for small businesses, we encourage you to apply. At mazeed, we don't just hire employees; we welcome team members who share our values and vision. Join us in making a real impact on the financial well-being of small enterprises while advancing your own career. Your success is our success, and together, we'll reach new heights in the world of finance and accounting.
Join our mazeed Family and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, comprehensive health coverage, professional development opportunities, work-life balance initiatives, an inclusive company culture, and performance bonuses and incentives. We prioritize the well-being and growth of our employees and strive to create a supportive and rewarding work environment.</div>

Tax Manager

Zain

<div>About the Role 
The Tax compliance specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring precise and timely compliance with all indirect and emerging direct tax obligations, specifically Value Added Tax (VAT) in Bahrain and Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (DMTT) requirements. The role supports the organization in meeting its legal and regulatory tax obligations, mitigating tax risks, and contributing to the development of robust tax governance frameworks in alignment with regional tax reforms.
What We Need From You 
VAT Compliance:<ul><li>
Prepare, review, and file timely and accurate VAT returns in compliance with Bahrain's National Bureau for Revenue (NBR) regulations for the Telco as well as relevant subsidiaries.</li><li>
Ensure proper VAT treatment of transactions across departments/ business units/ subsidiaries.</li><li>
Reconcile VAT general ledger accounts and manage input/output VAT reporting for all relevant entities.</li><li>
Maintain up-to-date records and documentation to support all VAT filings and audits.</li><li>
Respond to NBR queries, VAT audits, and assessments, ensuring resolution in compliance with applicable laws.</li></ul>
DMTT and Pillar Two:<ul><li>
Monitor developments and regulatory updates related to DMTT and OECD Pillar Two in the GCC.</li><li>
Support the implementation of internal frameworks to comply with DMTT requirements across group entities.</li><li>
Assist in preparing Effective Tax Rate (ETR) calculations and modeling top-up tax exposures.</li><li>
Coordinate with external tax advisors and internal finance teams on DMTT strategy and readiness.</li><li>
Ensure timely and accurate reporting of relevant data for global and local compliance.</li></ul>
Tax Governance &amp; Reporting:<ul><li>
Maintain comprehensive and audit-ready tax records and documentation.</li><li>
Assist in periodic tax risk assessments and support control implementation to mitigate exposure.</li><li>
Support the development and communication of internal tax compliance policies and updates.</li><li>
Contribute to knowledge sharing across departments regarding VAT and emerging direct tax rules.</li></ul>
Qualifications and Experience<ul><li> 
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance or related field.</li><li>
Professional certification is an advantage (e.g. ACCA, CMA).</li><li>
Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in tax compliance, with a strong focus on VAT in Bahrain
</li></ul>Skills and Knowledge<ul><li> 
Strong knowledge of indirect tax laws and corporate tax developments in the GCC</li><li>
Ability to interpret complex tax regulations and apply them effectively</li><li>
Proficiency with ERP systems</li><li>
Capable of working independently and collaboratively across departments.</li><li>
Comfortable engaging with tax authorities and external consultants</li><li>
Prior experience in Big 4 or a multinational corporate tax function</li><li>
Experience with tax audits or government tax reviews</li></ul></div>

Tax Compliance Specialist

Javelin Global Commodities

<div>About Javelin
Javelin Global Commodities is a leading global commodities marketing, trading, logistics services and investment firm with head offices in London and wider global offices in New York, Dallas, San Diego, St Louis, Canada, Switzerland, Poland, Dubai, India, Singapore, China and Australia. Javelin was founded in 2015 and now operates across six continents with respect to more than 20 different commodities across thermal coal, metallurgical coal, iron ore, steel scrap, metals, hydrocarbons, freight, softs, and renewables.
Established in 2015, Javelin employs over 200 people and is a unique place to grow your career. We take pride in our values, global reach, meritocratic culture and strong work ethic. Our success over the years has been built on our guiding principles of customer service, creativity, transparency, integrity, and responsibility.
Whilst our footprint grows, we still foster a small-company atmosphere. We have a flat company structure and encourage collaboration across all seniority levels, teams and locations to generate the best ideas. Javelin has a dedicated strategy to support local and meaningful charities through volunteer days, donation matching, a &lsquo;give as you earn&rsquo; scheme and other fundraising activities. We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and organise various social evenings, sports clubs and lunchtime activities. Discover more at http://www.javelincommodities.com/.
The Role
We are seeking our first Tax Bookkeeper to be based in our growing, dynamic Bangalore office. As our first local specialist Tax hire in India you will work closely with our local Operations and Finance teams as well as the London based head office to maintain accurate financial records, preparing and reconciling accounts, and supporting the preparation of tax returns and compliance filings. This role ensures that all bookkeeping and tax-related data are recorded in accordance with accounting standards and statutory requirements, enabling timely and accurate tax reporting.<ul>
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Review of specified accounts, (e.g. expenses, legal fees, etc) to:</li>
<li><ul><li>Maximising VAT recovery</li>
<li>Identify taxable benefits</li>
<li>Properly classify expenditure for corporate income tax</li>
<li>Identification of items to be recharged within the group</li>
</ul></li></ul><ul><li>Review of all purchase and sale data coming from internal systems for
</li><li><ul><li>validity of invoices for VAT recovery</li>
<li>correct classification regarding VAT</li>
<li>correct recipient entity</li>
</ul></li><li>Identification of purchases to be recharged within the group and liaise with operations teams to repost and resolve any errors.
</li></ul>Requirements<ul>
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Competence in bookkeeping</li>
<li>Awareness of how data flows through financial systems</li>
<li>Competence with Workday and Business Central ERP systems</li>
<li>Knowledge of income tax adjustments to accounting profit</li>
<li>Knowledge of how a VAT system works and the main issues around recovery of VAT</li>
<li>Knowledge of taxable employee benefits and identification thereof.</li>
</ul>
Benefits<ul>
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Private Health Insurance</li>
<li>Life Insurance</li>
<li>Gym Membership Allowance</li>
<li>Travel Allowance</li>
<li>23 days annual leave</li>
<li>Discretionary Performance Bonus</li></ul></div>

Tax Analyst

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