VAT Accountant

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced VAT Accountant to join our finance team and support end-to-end VAT compliance across the group. If you have strong hands-on UAE VAT experience and enjoy working with data, audits, and compliance, we’d love to hear from you.

Looking for a VAT Accountant at PARIS GROUP in Dubai, United Arab Emirates? This role focuses on the day-to-day work of a VAT Accountant.

Role Overview: We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced VAT Accountant to join our finance team and support end-to-end VAT compliance across the group. If you have strong hands-on UAE VAT experience and enjoy working with data, audits, and compliance, we’d love to hea

Company Overview

The company's continuous success has established it as a trademark of professionalism and excellent service. Established in 1983 by Dr. Abdulkader Sankari, the company is widely recognized as a prominent force in the Fashion and Hospitality industry in the Middle East, specializing in renowned international brands from Europe. By assuming the role of a fashion retailer and franchisee, it has displayed a deep appreciation for the retail sector.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Specified
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience: 2 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Support the VAT In-charge in ensuring end-to-end VAT compliance for the group
• Review daily VAT transactions and assist in VAT return preparation
• Maintain complete backup documentation for VAT return workings and filings
• Review VAT recovery processes and ensure compliance with regulations
• Assist the Finance team with VAT interpretation and advisory support
• Conduct internal VAT audits and support external audits
• Prepare, submit, and follow up on UAE VAT refund applications via the FTA portal, including reconciliations and documentation
• Handle FTA clarifications and correspondence
• Utilize Microsoft Power BI dashboards and reports for VAT reconciliation, analysis, and management reporting
• Support ad-hoc tax and finance projects as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on UAE VAT experience (mandatory)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Tax, Accountancy, Finance, or a related field (mandatory)
• Strong and up-to-date knowledge of UAE VAT laws and compliance
• Working knowledge of GCC VAT and exposure to Corporate Tax
• VAT Compliance Diploma preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in tax systems, ERP tools, and reporting platforms
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Adaptable to regulatory and business changes

Benefits

• Support the VAT In-charge in ensuring end-to-end VAT compliance for the group
• Review daily VAT transactions and assist in VAT return preparation
• Maintain complete backup documentation for VAT return workings and filings
• Review VAT recovery processes and ensure compliance with regulations
• Assist the Finance team with VAT interpretation and advisory support
• Conduct internal VAT audits and support external audits
• Prepare, submit, and follow up on UAE VAT refund applications via the FTA portal, including reconciliations and documentation
• Handle FTA clarifications and correspondence
• Utilize Microsoft Power BI dashboards and reports for VAT reconciliation, analysis, and management reporting
• Support ad-hoc tax and finance projects as assigned