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This Senior Accountant role focuses on UAE Tax and Compliance, as well as Business Setup services. Responsibilities include responding to client inquiries on accounting, VAT, Corporate Tax, and company formation, preparing quotations, following up with leads, and identifying cross-selling opportunities. The position also involves assisting clients with UAE company formation, explaining different business structures, and coordinating with consultants and authorities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, 4-7 years of experience in UAE tax and compliance, and hands-on experience with business setup procedures. Strong communication skills and experience with relevant software and tax procedures are essential.
Respond to enquiries related to accounting, VAT, Corporate Tax and company formation.Understand prospective client requirements and explain relevant services.Prepare basic quotations/proposals in coordination with management. Follow up with prospective clients through phone, email and WhatsApp. Assist in converting qualified leads into clients.Maintain lead and client follow-up records. Identify cross-selling opportunities such as bookkeeping, VAT registration, VAT filing, Corporate Tax registra
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CMA) is highly advantageous.
Minimum of 4-7 years of progressive experience in accounting, with a significant focus on UAE tax and compliance.
Proven track record in managing VAT and Excise Tax filings, understanding of Corporate Tax concepts, and Economic Substance Regulations.
Hands-on experience with UAE business setup procedures, including mainland, free zone, and offshore company formation.
Good English communication skills.
Ability to communicate professionally with clients.
Experience with FTA/EmaraTax procedures.
Experience with accounting software such as Zoho Books, QuickBooks, Xero, TallyPrime, Odoo or similar.
Description
Respond to enquiries related to accounting, VAT, Corporate Tax and company formation.Understand prospective client requirements and explain relevant services.Prepare basic quotations/proposals in coordination with management. Follow up with prospective clients through phone, email and WhatsApp. Assist in converting qualified leads into clients.Maintain lead and client follow-up records. Identify cross-selling opportunities such as bookkeeping, VAT registration, VAT filing, Corporate Tax registration, Corporate Tax filing and business setup services.Support management in client meetings and business-development activities. Maintain professional relationships with referral partners and prospective clients.Assist clients with UAE company formation and business setup requirements. Understand and explain the basic differences between Mainland, Free Zone and other UAE business structures.Assist clients in identifying suitable business activities and licensing requirements. Coordinate with business setup consultants, authorities and service providers. Assist with documentation required for company incorporation and KYC. Coordinate with clients for passport, Emirates ID, shareholder/director and corporate documents as applicable. Assist with trade license, establishment and related business setup documentation. Follow up on applications and communicate status updates to clients.Maintain proper records of company incorporation and renewal documents.