Excise Tax Manager

Key ResponsibilitiesProvide technical advice on UAE Excise Tax legislation, regulations and FTA guidance, including complex or contentious matters.Lead and manage FTA Excise Tax audits and inspections, including responses to information requests, technical discussions and audit defence strategies.Review FTA assessments, penalties and decisions relating to Excise Tax, identifying appropriate technical and procedural considerations.Advise on Excise Tax registration and compliance obligations.Advise on classification of excise goods, excise prices, designated zones, warehousing, imports and production.Prepare and review technical submissions, position papers and FTA correspondence.Ensure compliance with procedural requirements, statutory deadlines and record-keeping obligations.Assess Excise Tax exposures and develop appropriate risk mitigation and remediation strategies.Support stakeholders in implementing effective Excise Tax processes and controls.Monitor UAE Excise Tax legislation and FTA practices and assess their impact on the business.Coordinate with stakeholders, the FTA and external advisers on Excise Tax matters.Maintain effective reporting over the Excise Tax portfolio, including exposures, status and key deadlines.Experience & CompetenciesSignificant experience & technical knowledge of UAE Excise Tax and the UAE Tax Procedures framework.Demonstrable experience managing FTA Excise Tax audits, assessments, penalties and complex technical matters.Hands-on experience with Excise Tax registration, classification, pricing, designated zones and compliance.Strong drafting, analytical, communication and stakeholder-management skills.Ability to develop robust technical positions and manage complex, high-value and time-sensitive Excise Tax matters.Professional qualification or relevant background in tax, accounting or law preferred.