Job Description

Tax Manager - Al-Futtaim Group - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Al-Futtaim Group is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Tax Manager to oversee tax compliance, reporting, and process improvement across its diverse business portfolio in Dubai. The role focuses on ensuring full compliance with UAE and international tax regulations, managing direct and indirect tax obligations, and supporting the Group's Tax Tower operations. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with finance, legal, and business teams to enhance tax governance, efficiency, and automation.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Financial Services
Function: Tax Accounting
Salary: 28000-36000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Oversee tax compliance and reporting processes across the Group, ensuring accurate and timely submission of VAT, WHT, and other returns.
• Maintain compliance with all local and international tax laws, implementing tax tools and processes aligned with the Group's Tax Operating Model.
• Provide guidance and training to Tax Tower Accountants and business units on tax policies, documentation standards, and system updates.
• Develop and improve tax data collection templates, automate reporting processes, and enhance tax record management systems.
• Draft and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all key tax operational activities.
• Support new tax registrations and ensure requirements are accurately reflected in ERP systems such as SAP.
• Assist in handling tax audits, responding to queries from Tax Authorities, and coordinating with external advisors.
• Drive process improvement initiatives using Lean or Six Sigma methodologies to optimize tax operations.
• Prepare and review monthly VAT and withholding tax filings and manage liability settlements.

Ideal Profile

• Master's degree or certification in Tax, Accounting, or Finance (MBA, ACA, ACCA, CFA, or CIMA preferred).
• At least 7 years of progressive experience in taxation within large organizations or multinational groups.
• Strong knowledge of UAE, GCC, and international tax laws and compliance frameworks.
• Proven experience in tax process automation, ERP systems (especially SAP), and tax risk assessment.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong problem-solving ability and a proactive approach to process improvement and compliance management.

Skills Set

• Tax compliance and reporting
• VAT and WHT management
• Process automation and ERP integration (SAP preferred)
• Financial and regulatory analysis
• Team leadership and stakeholder coordination
• Audit and risk management

Why Join Us

• Be part of one of the UAE's most trusted and established business groups with global operations.
• Competitive salary and benefits package with professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to multinational tax operations, innovation-driven initiatives, and automation projects.
• Collaborative and integrity-driven work culture that values respect, excellence, and continuous learning.

About Al-Futtaim Group
Founded in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim Group is one of the Middle East's leading conglomerates, headquartered in Dubai, UAE. With over 35,000 employees operating in more than 20 countries, the Group's business spans automotive, retail, financial services, real estate, and healthcare. Partnering with over 200 of the world's most admired brands, Al-Futtaim continues to drive sustainable growth, innovation, and customer satisfaction across all sectors.
Job Title Tax Manager - Al-Futtaim Group - Dubai, UAE
Tax Manager - Al-Futtaim Group - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Al-Futtaim Group is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Tax Manager to oversee tax compliance, reporting, and process improvement across its diverse business portfolio in Dubai. The role focuses on ensuring full compliance with UAE and international tax regulations, managing direct and indirect tax obligations, and supporting the Group's Tax Tower operations. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with finance, legal, and business teams to enhance tax governance, efficiency, and automation.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Financial Services
Function: Tax Accounting
Salary: 28000-36000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Oversee tax compliance and reporting processes across the Group, ensuring accurate and timely submission of VAT, WHT, and other returns.
• Maintain compliance with all local and international tax laws, implementing tax tools and processes aligned with the Group's Tax Operating Model.
• Provide guidance and training to Tax Tower Accountants and business units on tax policies, documentation standards, and system updates.
• Develop and improve tax data collection templates, automate reporting processes, and enhance tax record management systems.
• Draft and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all key tax operational activities.
• Support new tax registrations and ensure requirements are accurately reflected in ERP systems such as SAP.
• Assist in handling tax audits, responding to queries from Tax Authorities, and coordinating with external advisors.
• Drive process improvement initiatives using Lean or Six Sigma methodologies to optimize tax operations.
• Prepare and review monthly VAT and withholding tax filings and manage liability settlements.

Ideal Profile

• Master's degree or certification in Tax, Accounting, or Finance (MBA, ACA, ACCA, CFA, or CIMA preferred).
• At least 7 years of progressive experience in taxation within large organizations or multinational groups.
• Strong knowledge of UAE, GCC, and international tax laws and compliance frameworks.
• Proven experience in tax process automation, ERP systems (especially SAP), and tax risk assessment.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong problem-solving ability and a proactive approach to process improvement and compliance management.

Skills Set

• Tax compliance and reporting
• VAT and WHT management
• Process automation and ERP integration (SAP preferred)
• Financial and regulatory analysis
• Team leadership and stakeholder coordination
• Audit and risk management

Why Join Us

• Be part of one of the UAE's most trusted and established business groups with global operations.
• Competitive salary and benefits package with professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to multinational tax operations, innovation-driven initiatives, and automation projects.
• Collaborative and integrity-driven work culture that values respect, excellence, and continuous learning.

About Al-Futtaim Group
Founded in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim Group is one of the Middle East's leading conglomerates, headquartered in Dubai, UAE. With over 35,000 employees operating in more than 20 countries, the Group's business spans automotive, retail, financial services, real estate, and healthcare. Partnering with over 200 of the world's most admired brands, Al-Futtaim continues to drive sustainable growth, innovation, and customer satisfaction across all sectors.
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Job Start Date
Salary from 28000.00
Salary to 36000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -
Location City Dubai
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