Consultant / Senior Consultant - Indirect Tax

Grant Thornton UAE is a member firm of Grant Thornton International Ltd, one of the world’s leading organizations of independent assurance, tax, and advisory firms.

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Our collaborative approach, deep industry knowledge, and commitment to excellence ensure that we deliver tailored solutions to meet our clients' unique needs.

An Indirect Tax Consultant / Senior Consultant at Grant Thornton UAE oversees VAT compliance and planning, assisting clients in navigating regulations and enhancing their tax efficiency through tailored solutions.

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Imagine being part of a team that puts “we before me”, where flexibility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back. Imagine working for an organization that believes in the power of authenticity in everything that we do. Whether you're steering discussions in a client meeting, tackling your fear of heights at the top of the Burj Khalifa or ziplining across Jebel Jais – bring your true self to work. Be a part of a team driven by a purpose of shaping the world that we live in, based on trust and integrity in markets, dynamic businesses, and communities where businesses and people thrive. Join us to expand your horizons, be inspired, face challenges, and most importantly, be yourself.

About the Indirect Tax Service Line

The Indirect Tax service line at Grant Thornton UAE provides comprehensive advisory and compliance services related to VAT, excise tax, and customs duties. The team helps clients navigate complex tax regulations, ensuring efficient tax planning, risk management, and compliance with local and international tax laws. We proactively assist clients to be compliant and VAT efficient and represent their interests to resolve complex or contentious matters.

As a Consultant / Senior Consultant some of your responsibilities will include:

• Consulting and liaising with clients on matters of a compliance type nature, checking schedules and issuing VAT Returns
• Drafting reports in respect of reviews
• Identifying exposure in respect of VAT
• Assisting the Finance team in the interpretation of the VAT Act, planning and restructuring
• Researching into local and offshore legislation and case law
• Actively working with some practice management issues associated with the VAT department, such as work-in-progress monitoring

Think you've got what it takes to be a Consultant? Like the color purple? Great. Here's a few more boxes we're also hoping you can tick:

• Bachelors or Master degree in Accounting or Tax
• 3+ years of experience in VAT/ GST
• Professionally qualified (CTA or equivalent)
• GCC or EU VAT experience is desirable
• Current relevant knowledge of VAT Act and relevant case law
• Strong interpersonal and presentation capability
• Excellent analytical, organization and engagement management skills.
• Fluent communication skills in both written and spoken English
• Arabic speaking is advantageous
• Technically strong with experience of advising clients on sophisticated tax-related issues
• Excellent proficiency with IT and systems including VAT accounting

At Grant Thornton we’re focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. That’s our purpose. Or, as we like to say, our purple.

Are you ready to Discover Your Purple? We are committed to electronically confirm with all applicants when an application has been received. If your application is shortlisted, then the next stage will be a technical assessment using the software TestGorilla.

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