Assistant Manager Finance, Tax & Compliance
4 days ago⚠️ Before applying, please carefully review all the job requirements
- Location:
- Dubai, (UAE)
- Work Arrangement:
- Onsite
- Experience:
- 4–6 years PQE (CA/CMA), 7–10 years (CA Inter), or 10+ years (Graduate/Post Graduate); minimum 3+ years of UAE experience
- Job Type:
- Full Time
- Company:
- Shriji Trading FZCO
- Salary:
- Negotiable
- Posted:
- 2026-09-29
Job Overview
- Shriji Trading FZCO is seeking a qualified finance professional for the position of Assistant Manager – Finance, Tax & Compliance, located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This mid-to-senior level accounting and compliance management role focuses on overseeing core financial reporting, navigating regional tax frameworks, and ensuring complete alignment with local regulatory standards. The position requires strong expertise in UAE VAT, Corporate Tax regulations, and Federal Tax Authority (FTA) guidelines, alongside hands-on experience in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and advanced spreadsheet analytics.
Key Responsibilities
- ✦ Lead daily accounting functions and prepare accurate financial reports for management review.
- ✦ Manage complete UAE Value Added Tax (VAT) compliance, including calculations, filing, and record maintenance.
- ✦ Apply in-depth knowledge of UAE Corporate Tax and Federal Tax Authority (FTA) regulatory requirements.
- ✦ Supervise, mentor, and direct the daily activities of the finance and accounting team.
- ✦ Utilize ERP software systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365, to streamline financial workflows.
- ✦ Perform advanced data analysis and financial modelling using Microsoft Excel.
- ✦ Ensure adherence to corporate compliance guidelines and prepare statutory regulatory submissions.
- ✦ Produce financial analysis and comprehensive Management Information System (MIS) reports.
- ✦ Provide financial insight and operational support to drive organizational growth and efficiency.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- ✦ Professional accounting qualification such as CA or CMA with 4 to 6 years of post-qualification experience, CA Inter with 7 to 10 years of experience, or a Bachelor's/Master's degree in a relevant field with over 10 years of experience.
- ✦ Minimum of 3 years of professional accounting and finance experience within the United Arab Emirates.
- ✦ Thorough working knowledge of accounting principles, UAE VAT, Corporate Tax, and FTA compliance rules.
- ✦ Proven track record in team management and supervisory duties.
- ✦ Hands-on experience working with ERP systems, with specific preference for Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- ✦ Advanced technical skills in Microsoft Excel for financial reporting and data handling.
- ✦ Current physical residence in the UAE with immediate or short-notice availability for employment.
What the Company Offers
- ✦ Opportunities for professional career growth.
- ✦ A structured and professional work environment.
- ✦ Continuous learning and skill development opportunities.
- ✦ A chance to be part of an expanding business team in Dubai.
Prepare for Your Interview
- These suggested questions can help you prepare for an interview by focusing on the skills, responsibilities, and technical areas relevant to this role.
Suggested Interview Questions
- Q: How do you ensure full compliance with UAE VAT and Corporate Tax regulations when preparing financial reports?
- Q: Can you describe your experience implementing or managing financial workflows within Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar ERP systems?
- Q: How do you approach supervising and developing the performance of a financial accounting team?
- Q: What advanced functions or modeling techniques do you utilize in Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and MIS reporting?
- Q: How do you stay updated with regulatory changes issued by the UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA)?
- Q: Can you walk us through a time when you successfully led a complex financial compliance audit or regulatory submission?
- Q: How do you balance day-to-day accounting supervision with strategic financial analysis that supports business growth?
- Q: How has your previous UAE work experience prepared you to step into this Assistant Manager role immediately?
Application Tips
- Applicants may want to clearly highlight their educational qualifications, post-qualification experience (PQE), and specific years of professional accounting work conducted within the United Arab Emirates. It is beneficial to emphasize practical familiarity with UAE VAT laws, Corporate Tax provisions, and Federal Tax Authority procedures directly on your CV. Detailing your experience with enterprise software platforms like Microsoft Dynamics 365 and highlighting advanced Excel capabilities—such as pivot tables, complex financial formulas, and dynamic dashboard creation—will help demonstrate technical readiness.
Send your updated CV via email with Email Subject Line: Assistant Manager – Finance, Tax & Compliance sangeetha@shrijitrading.com
