Associate Manager - Group Tax (UAEN/Expat)

A leading industrial company in Dubai is seeking an Associate Manager - Group Tax to join their highly respected tax team. This is a unique opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in supporting the group’s tax function, ensuring all obligations are met across multiple jurisdictions and contributing to the smooth operation of tax accounting, compliance, and advisory activities.

What you'll do:

As an Associate Manager - Group Tax, you will immerse yourself in a broad range of responsibilities that span day-to-day compliance tasks through to strategic project support. Your role will involve preparing detailed tax accounting entries, managing complex filings across different countries, and acting as a key point of contact for both internal teams and external partners. You will help drive successful outcomes on major initiatives such as adapting to new global reporting frameworks or responding to legislative changes. Your ability to build relationships will be essential as you work closely with finance, treasury, logistics, legal teams, overseas offices, external advisors, and authorities. Success in this position comes from your attention to detail, proactive approach to problem-solving, effective communication skills, and commitment to delivering high-quality work within agreed timelines. You will also have opportunities to mentor colleagues and contribute positively to the team’s knowledge-sharing culture.

• Assist with the preparation of all aspects of tax accounting, provisioning, and deferred tax positions for the group, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory deadlines.
• Support the completion of multiple tax returns including withholding tax, VAT, and corporate income across various jurisdictions such as the UAE.
• Collaborate with the Group Tax Manager and wider team on ad hoc projects including implementation of new legislative requirements and global reporting standards like Pillar 2.
• Prepare comprehensive supporting documentation and notifications required for annual filing under UAE Economic Substance Regulation (ESR).

What you bring:

In this Associate Manager - Group Tax position, your proven background in multinational or Big 4 environments equips you with the technical acumen needed for handling intricate cross-border compliance issues. Your formal qualifications underpin your credibility when navigating regulatory frameworks or advising on best practice approaches. You bring not only technical excellence but also interpersonal sensitivity—your ability to connect with others fosters trust among colleagues from diverse departments. Your enthusiasm for continuous learning keeps you ahead of regulatory developments while your organisational skills ensure nothing falls through the cracks even during busy periods. By sharing knowledge generously with peers and offering guidance where needed, you help nurture an inclusive atmosphere where everyone thrives together.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting coupled with full professional accountancy qualification such as ACCA, ACA, CPA or equivalent is required for this role.
• Formal tax qualifications such as ATT or CTA (or equivalent) are essential for demonstrating technical expertise.
• At least three years’ experience working within the tax department of a multinational corporation or Big 4 firm is necessary for success in this position.
• Comprehensive understanding of international tax laws, regulations, compliance requirements, and best practices is expected.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering dedication to employee development within an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity of thought and background. Flexible working opportunities allow you to balance personal commitments while pursuing professional ambitions. The company invests heavily in ongoing training programmes designed to keep your skills current amid ever-changing regulations. Supportive leadership encourages open communication so that every voice is heard—whether you’re contributing ideas on process improvements or seeking advice on complex challenges. With generous pension contributions available alongside structured career progression pathways, you’ll find ample encouragement here not just for today’s goals but also tomorrow’s aspirations. The collaborative spirit extends beyond immediate teams; cross-functional projects offer rich opportunities for networking across departments locally and internationally. Above all else, this employer values integrity—ensuring that every member feels respected, supported, and empowered throughout their journey.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career forward within a globally respected organisation where your expertise makes a real difference every day—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided; we look forward to connecting with talented professionals who share our passion for excellence.