Senior Accountant - Tax and Accountancy

Job description / Role

Overview:

WellTax is an established and growing firm based in London (UK) and Dubai (UAE), which is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our office in Dubai (UAE).

The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in UAE Corporate Tax (CT), Transfer Pricing (TP), and VAT, combined with proven experience in managing and supervising junior accountants. While the role has a strong advisory component, providing high-quality guidance on CT, VAT, and TP matters within the UAE, the successful candidate will also be involved in international and cross-border tax matters, working closely with clients operating across multiple jurisdictions.

In addition to advisory responsibilities, the role includes overseeing day-to-day accounting and tax compliance work, reviewing the work prepared by junior team members, and ensuring that deliverables meet both technical and quality standards. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for coordinating workflows within the team, providing technical guidance and on-the-job mentoring, and acting as a key point of escalation for complex matters.

If you are an ambitious and driven professional with a strong passion for tax consultancy and client-facing environments, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and play a key role in driving the growth and success of our accountancy and tax advisory firm in the UAE.

Responsibilities:

• Manage Corporate Tax (CT), VAT and Transfer Pricing advisory and compliance projects in the UAE and globally, acting as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Supervise, review, and guide the work of junior accountants, ensuring accuracy, technical quality, and compliance with internal standards and timelines.
• Draft tax memorandums, letters, compliance reports, and Private Clarifications requests.
• Provide expert advice on UAE CT & VAT issues, including registration, deregistration, and amendments.
• Apply OECD Transfer Pricing principles in client advisory work.
• Support senior managers in preparing proposals for clients and creating other related materials.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of VAT returns and statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with IFRS and other regulatory requirements
• Liaise with external regulators and provide information required for auditors' reports.
• Prepare and review CT returns and disclosures accurately and on time.
• Acting as a point of contact for tax authorities, dealing with new queries and ensuring that any FTA inquiries are managed promptly and effectively.
• Stay updated on UAE Corporate tax and VAT regulations and legislative changes.

- Minimum of five years in accountancy or tax practice or related environment having multi-jurisdictional presence.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master's degree is a plus).
- A relevant qualification (ACCA, ACA, CPA, CTA, ADIT or ATT) is required.
- Registered Tax Agent with the FTA for CT and VAT is preferable.
- Solid knowledge of international accounting and tax principles, laws, and regulations.
- Accurate and detailed oriented, confident and team player.
- Able to deal with client enquiries in a timely and precise manner.
- Flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in MS Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks and Xero).
- Strong understanding of the UAE market, local business practices, and regulations.
- Fluency in English. Knowledge of Italian, Spanish and/or Arabic is desirable.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the UAE and occasionally internationally.

Job Offer: Competitive salary based on experience, variable bonuses.

Office Location: Dubai Internet City, Dubai.

About the Company

WellTax is a highly respected accounting firm recognised locally for a broad range of accounting, tax and consulting services. Our partners and senior staff members are professionals in taxation and business analysis.

We deliver tailor-made solutions to our clients who highly recommend the quality of work, commitment and support they receive. We serve customers from various sectors from retail businesses to contractors.

We deliver a comprehensive range of services including accountancy, taxation, financial reporting, bookkeeping, payroll, management accounting and business plans. Each of our partners and staff members pursues a highly attentive and precise approach to the comprehension of your business issues and provides personalised solutions to our customers.