Accountant (VAT & Corporate Tax Specialist)
Essence Accounting & Bookkeeping LLC
Regulatory Compliance, Financial Reporting, and UAE Tax Advisory
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Posted on January 9, 2026
Job Description / Role
🔹 Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date daily accounting records in accordance with UAE regulatory standards.
- VAT Compliance: Prepare, review, and file VAT returns, ensuring timely and accurate submission to the Federal Tax Authority (FTA).
- Corporate Tax Support: Assist in the preparation of documentation and reporting required under the UAE Corporate Tax law.
- Reconciliation & Controls: Perform routine bank and ledger reconciliations to identify and resolve financial discrepancies.
- Reporting Standards: Contribute to the preparation of high-quality financial statements and reports reflecting the firm’s commitment to accuracy.
- Regulatory Alignment: Stay updated on the latest UAE financial laws to ensure all client accounting processes remain fully compliant.
🔹 Requirements:
- UAE Expertise: Proven, hands-on experience in UAE accounting practices and bookkeeping.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Practical and up-to-date knowledge of VAT and Corporate Tax regulations in the UAE.
- Accuracy: Strong attention to detail with a focus on delivering high-standard financial reporting.
- Software Skills: Proficiency in modern accounting ERP systems and advanced MS Excel capabilities.
- Independence: Ability to manage accounting portfolios independently while contributing to a professional team culture.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a recognized professional qualification (ACCA/CPA/CMA).
What We Offer:
- Professional Growth: Opportunity to advance your skills within a reputable and expanding accounting firm.
- Service Excellence: Join a dynamic team that values professionalism and high-quality financial operations.
- Market Exposure: Gain deep insight into diverse business sectors through varied client accounting portfolios.
- Compensation: Monthly salary of AED 4,000 to 1,000, tailored to your professional UAE tax and accounting expertise.